Project Manager

PROJECT MANAGER

Aptiv focuses on addressing the future needs of the auto industry through improved safety,
electrification, and new mobility solutions. We are now uniquely positioned as the leading global technology company serving both the traditional automotive and new mobility markets.

Your Role:

• Support project execution through the proactive management of deliverable performance from business award through end-of-life.
• Champion Overall Project Plan and Reviews
• Proven ability to work effectively under remote supervision, demonstrating strong communication, accountability, and self-management skills
• Risk Management through cross-functional problem solving and mitigation strategy development
• Champion cross-functional team discussions to ensure cooperation with the relevant technical experts (Engineering Project Leader, Quality, Sales, SCM, Manufacturing, etc..) is achieved to drive expected progress of product development and achieve overall project milestones
• Assess critical path and project risks/issues while aligning with stakeholders to deliver flawless execution
• Develop relationship with customer and engage with regularly for all Project activity
• Effectively manage customer and ensure communication alignment between stakeholders
• Prepare status reports for assigned project activities (Executive Reports, open issues/key actions, critical path, issues/risk, progress vs. KPI’s, etc.)
• Escalate risks/issues as needed to protect project commitments
• Ensure proper staffing is in alignment with key areas - resource planning/projects goals
• Meet investment spending and financial statistics from Project Award through CAPEX planning and tracking and spend contribution
• Lead by example to develop a “one team” mindset and environment
• Provide feedback into processes as lessons learned to improve future project and organizational performance.
• Provide input into Customer Sales Lead / Product org on key features to incorporate into the product roadmap
• Support the Customer Sales Lead in their pursuits by providing input on feasibility and cost associated with programs
• Work with Customer Sales Lead to support maintenance post-launch collaborating with Product, Service orgs, and Regional Mfg., SCM, and Quality Lead
• Work across regions to coordinate workforce planning to deliver programs for OEMs not headquartered in region

• Provide project forecast to feed into budgeting and financial planning, and align project priorities to top-down financial targets

Your Background:  

• 3-5 years of project management / program development experience within automotive electronics 
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, finance or equivalent relevant experience 
• Experience working with OEMs and understanding of their product development and program execution ecosystem (Ideally, Stellantis)
• Strong knowledge of Industrialization Operating Systems, with experience supporting manufacturing readiness, program launches, and cross-functional execution.

• Strong customer interface skills
• Proficient in MS excel, PowerPoint, MS project, and MS word 

• Strong organization, planning and follow up skills 

• Strong presentation skills 

• Excellent team player and ability to work effectively with others 

• Ability to demonstrate and communicate a methodical and analytical approach to problem solving   

WHY JOIN US?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.

• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.

• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:

• Private health care effective day 1 of employment

• Life and accident insurance

• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, 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

• Adoption Assistance

• Fertility Coverage

APPLY TODAY, AND TOGETHER LET’S CHANGE TOMORROW! 

“Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law”

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