Regional Program Manager Lead

Eaton Corporation•Lathrup Village, MI

3d•$130,000 - $190,000•Remote

About The Position

Eaton’s IS VEH VGNA division is seeking a Regional Program Manager Lead. This remote position may be based from a home office and/or an approved Eaton Mobility facility in the United States; preference is given to candidates in the Michigan/Indiana region. The role supervises and enables program managers delivering complex, global New Product Introduction (NPI), Standard Transition Process (STP), and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) initiatives. It promotes consistent use of enterprise program management methods, drives governance and accountability, supports resolution of program risks and escalations, and develops organizational capability through coaching, mentoring, and continuous improvement. The role also leads regional capital planning and prioritization with Operations and Finance. The anticipated annual salary range is $130,000–$190,000. Eaton announced its intent to combine its Mobility Group with a new company, with completion expected by the end of the first half of 2027. Compensation and benefits initially offered are based on Eaton’s plans and practices; the new company will provide further details to employees who are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the transaction closes. The position requires approximately 25% or more travel. The application window is anticipated to close on 10/23/26. Eaton does not provide employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. Eaton offers health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and programs for paid and unpaid time away from work; specific options may depend on eligibility factors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, and/or Operations from an accredited institution.
At least 10 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, engineering, supply chain, program management, and/or related business functions within automotive or industrial manufacturing environments.
At least 5 years of experience leading complex programs or projects in a global manufacturing environment.
Willingness to travel approximately 25% or more.
Must not require employment immigration sponsorship or support from Eaton for this position.
Skills in leading complex global programs, planning, operational understanding, and delivery across program lifecycle phases.
Strategic and business acumen, including alignment of programs with business strategy and management of business cases and financial trade-offs.
Data-driven decision-making using performance metrics, scenario analysis, and business judgment.
Ability to integrate customer requirements, product knowledge, and competitive insights into program outcomes.
Change management and continuous improvement capabilities, including use of Lean, Six Sigma, and lessons learned.
Ability to influence cross-functional global teams in a matrixed organization and foster alignment and accountability.
Leadership, coaching, and talent development skills that promote accountability, engagement, and continuous learning.
Strong ownership, adaptability, urgency, and results orientation.
Hands-on experience in manufacturing or plant environments, with knowledge of operations, processes, and supply chain principles.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, and/or Operations Management.
Experience with product development and launch execution in an automotive or industrial manufacturing environment.
PMP (PMI), PgMP, or equivalent certification demonstrating advanced program and portfolio management expertise.

Responsibilities

Oversee multiple programs to deliver scope, schedule, quality, and financial objectives, while supervising and developing program managers.
Develop and govern integrated program management plans, including work breakdown structures, schedules, resource plans, capital requirements, risk registers, and communication frameworks.
Drive standardized program management practices, tools, KPIs, and phase-gate governance, including ProLaunch.
Manage program scope, risks, issues, and opportunities using structured methodologies, baseline control, proactive mitigation, and value realization.
Align and hold cross-functional stakeholders accountable for manufacturing readiness, technical maturity, and successful product launches.
Build and lead teams through coaching, mentoring, and structured feedback in a matrixed environment.
Define, validate, and manage program business cases using financials, customer requirements, market trends, and competitive dynamics.
Manage program financial performance, including forecasting, reporting, and variance control, and support data-informed decisions and trade-offs.
Coordinate customer-related program activities, including requirements alignment, specification updates, and change request tracking.
Lead program communications, governance, and transformation activities, including executive reporting, decision forums, organizational change management, capital planning (CARs), automation initiatives, and lessons learned.
Coordinate prioritization and resource alignment across programs, balancing competing demands and supporting regional decision-making.