Program Manager I

Job Description

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Eaton's IS VEH EMB division is currently seeking a Program Manager I.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $94000 - $130,000 a year.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

* This Hybrid role must work on-site 3 days a week in Southfield , Michigan or Carol Stream, IL Eaton locations. Relocation is not available for this role. Candiate must currently reside within 50 miles or either location.

What you'll do:
PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Responsible for leading projects within our Power Connecters Automotive/ Commercial Division 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
A. 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.
B. Lead cross-functional teams to drive accountability and performance established for commercial, technical, and manufacturing readiness levels at start of production.
C. 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.
D. 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.
E. 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.
F. 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.
G. Leverage program management standard work processes, tools, systems, and performance measures to provide an operational cadence, agility and transparency during project execution.
H. 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.
I. Effectively tailor messaging and lead project/program reviews with multiple levels of leadership to enable robust decision making and risk mitigation.
J. 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.
K. Engage in new business proposal development by partnering on product strategy and product roadmap initiatives.
L. Strengthen skillsets in cross-functional and operational knowledge areas outside of previous domain expertise (i.e. Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance).

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Engineering from an accredited instituition.
• 5+ 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 complete NPI cycle as a Program Manager.

• Proficient in Program and Project Management methodologies processes and tools.

• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.

• Candidate must currently reside within 50 miles of either Southfield, MI ..or... Carol Stream, IL. Relocation is not available.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Business or Engineering.
• Previos Automotive Project Mangement experience.
• Knowledge of passenger car and commercial vehicle product/markets .
• PMP Certification from Project Management Institute (PMI).
• Experience in Requirements and Risk Management.
• Knowledge of product and project portfolio management principles .

Skills:
Position Criteria:
• 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.
• 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

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