Sr Program / Project Manager

Aptiv • Troy, AL

3d

About The Position

Aptiv is hiring a Sr. Project Manager to lead design teams and manufacturing through development of new connection systems product lines, including HV Connectors, Inlets, and Media Modules. The role develops initial plans, sets milestones, tracks activities, communicates progress to stakeholders, and works across functions to build internal relationships and serve as the primary customer contact.

The position owns program execution and lifecycle strategy, including delivering launches on time, with quality, and in line with profitability objectives. It drives reviews and escalations, identifies and mitigates risks, removes roadblocks, secures timely appropriation approvals, supports customer management and new business development, and helps ensure compliance with company standards and customer-specific requirements. The role also supports staffing plans, enterprise effectiveness, and lean functional excellence.

Requirements

• Must be legally able to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship or transfer, now or at any time in the future.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in project/program management or an equivalent field.
• At least 5 years of experience using product lifecycle and risk management tools.
• Previous leadership experience in Project/Program Management, Product Engineering, Project Lead, or Manufacturing Engineering Lead roles.
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels of an organization.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to work with a team.
• Strong results orientation and execution skills.
• Resourceful, innovative, and adaptable in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and accomplish multiple conflicting tasks, make timely decisions, and solve problems independently.
• Knowledge of OEM processes and development cycles.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to lead, coach, and mentor team members.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of management.
• Track record of completing projects on time and within specifications despite obstacles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to drive corrective actions with minimal direction.
• Strong work ethic; self-directed and able to work independently.
• Proven conflict-management and negotiation skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.
• Financial knowledge and business acumen.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Business or Engineering.
• Knowledge of EOS, APQP, VDO, and PDP processes.
• IATF and ISO procedures and audit experience.
• Hands-on experience with PLM tools such as Omnify, GSD, GES, Planview, or Teamcenter.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams and manufacturing through development of new connection systems product lines, including HV Connectors, Inlets, and Media Modules.
• Develop initial plans, set milestones, track project activities, and communicate progress to stakeholders.
• Build cross-functional working relationships and act as the main customer contact.
• Own program delivery to achieve on-time, quality launches and profitability.
• Act as the program lifecycle owner, bringing strategy and a holistic approach.
• Drive reviews and escalations, identify and mitigate risks, and remove roadblocks.
• Support profitability for assigned business in collaboration with Directors and profit management.
• Secure timely approval of appropriation requests for project execution.
• Communicate regularly with customers and manage escalations.
• Manage multiple customers and complex products; understand customer technology roadmaps and build relationships with key customers.
• Support customer management, particularly in critical situations.
• Support new business development activities.
• Review and modify proposed staffing plans.
• Support enterprise effectiveness, efficiency, and lean functional excellence through Lean and I&CIM techniques.
• Comply with standards, policies, procedures, and PDP requirements.
• Ensure compliance with customer-specific requirements.
• Manage customers’ technical requirements and change-order expectations.

Benefits

• Private health care effective on the first day of employment.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and parental leave.
• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers.
• Recognition for innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities to give back to the community.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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