Program Manager I

What You’ll Do

A strong leader responsible for leading low to medium complexity projects in New Product Introduction (NPI, Prototype phase, etc.) and industrialization (STP- Standard Transition Process, VA/VE, Engineering changes, capacity upgrades, etc.) that deliver on business case cost and benefit commitments.

Ensures correct and rigorous application of various Eaton NPI processes/tools (ProLauch, ProPM, etc.) on projects/programs and coaches cross-functional teams on NPI processes, as applicable.

• Manage the project lifecycle from development through launch while achieving business case financials of the NPI Program(s)/ STP Program(s) and / or VAVE projects.
• Lead cross-functional teams to drive accountability and performance established for commercial, technical, and manufacturing readiness levels at start of production.
• Develop and execute comprehensive project management plans that deliver on scope, schedule, and financial commitments. Guide teams from project initiation through planning, executing, monitoring, and closure.
• Influence and secure baseline business case expectations with key stakeholders in the areas of scope, benefit, cost, assumptions, risks/opportunities, key milestones, and alternate implementation scenarios. Fully understand and articulate business case financials and content.
• Establish organizational resource management plans that clearly articulate the requirements for core team member, work package approver, and decision gate committee member engagement for the project duration.
• Build effective cross-functional team dynamics by recognizing individual strengths and weaknesses, providing proactive feedback and coaching, and creating an atmosphere that inspires learning and recognition. Drive a mindset of proactive risk mitigation and methodical problem solving.
• Leverage program management standard work processes, tools, systems, and performance measures to provide an operational cadence, agility and transparency during project execution.
• Establish and execute effective internal and external stakeholder communication strategies that address customer, internal leadership, and core team needs for the duration of a project.
• Effectively tailor messaging and lead project/program reviews with multiple levels of leadership to enable robust decision making and risk mitigation.
• Develop negotiation strategies with functional partners that meet business case commitments for both customer and supplier contract management. Ensure effective change management processes and contract language is designed and applied.
• Engage in new business proposal development by partnering on product strategy and product roadmap initiatives.
• Strengthen skillsets in cross-functional and operational knowledge areas outside of previous domain expertise (i.e. Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance).
  
  
  

• Bachelor’s/ Masters degree required (Business Administration or Engineering)
• 7-10 years of professional experience in one or more of the following functions - Program Management, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing/SCM, or Product Development.
  
  
  

• Experience in managing and leading projects through from start through completion.
• Developing to fully demonstrating in Program and Project Management methodologies, processes, and tools.
• Good communication and presentation skills – both verbal and written with ability to make necessary status reports and technical presentations to Eaton management and customer.
• Some experience in Risk Management
• Good analytical, decision-making skills, and business acumen
  
  
  

• Demonstrated leadership style that is consistent with Eaton expectations of leaders (ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent, learner). Capable of leading change in a cross-functional environment that requires cross-region, site, and/or global collaboration and span.
• Strategic thinker who is adept at building organizational capability through communicating a vision that both engages and motivates the organization while holding them accountable to achieve stretch results.
• A results oriented and highly adaptable person who can be a supportive team player in corporate environment.
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen.
• A focused, intelligent individual who is a pragmatic motivator with a good decision-making skills.
• Automotive experience
• PMP Certification from Project Management Institute (PMI)
• Experience in Requirements and Risk Management
• Knowledge of product and project portfolio management principles
• Knowledge of passenger car and commercial vehicle product/markets