Program Manager - Traded Product

Tasus Corporation • Bloomington, IN

15h

About The Position

The Trade Program Manager leads the end-to-end execution of domestic and international trade-related projects, serving as the primary operational bridge between customers, internal cross-functional teams, and external or outsourced manufacturing partners. The role oversees programs throughout their lifecycle, primarily leading from the point of awarded business. Responsibilities span initial quoting, feasibility, and APQP launch through mass production, annual price reviews, and End of Life management, while ensuring compliance with automotive quality standards, timeline integrity, and profitability goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Project Management, Purchasing, Global Trade, Engineering, Business, or equivalent work experience.
• At least 2 years of Program Management experience in manufacturing or automotive sectors.
• Proficiency with AIAG APQP tools, including FMEA, Control Plans, and PPAP.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 quality standards and basic statistical analysis.
• Proficiency with project management processes, PC-based applications such as Google Suite or MS Office, ERP systems, and blueprint/CAD reading.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, cross-cultural collaboration, and problem-solving ability.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Nice To Haves

• Supplier quality or outsourcing management experience.
• PLEX ERP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead APQP activities from project kick-off through Start of Production (SOP), including program timeline execution, part number and BOM development, PPAP support, control runs, and IMDS documentation.
• Serve as the primary liaison between traded product suppliers and customers; coordinate technical specifications, commercial negotiations, and resolution of product availability or packaging issues.
• Partner with purchasing, finance, and business development to track part costs, maintain profitable margins, manage Annual Price Reviews (APRs), and oversee product extensions and EOP/EOS program transitions.
• Assist with customer product surveys, including conflict minerals, environmental reporting, and maintenance of quality assurance frameworks aligned with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.
• Collaborate with quality, purchasing, logistics, finance, and business development teams, and assist international program management with global sourcing and import/export initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level