Principal Program Manager, Auto & Industrial

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Kentucky.

📋 Description

• Oversee and direct intricate, cross-functional operational programs from their inception to execution and delivery.

• Work in collaboration with product, engineering, supply chain, and customer success teams to implement operational enhancements and achieve measurable results.

• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate program effectiveness and pinpoint areas for ongoing improvement.

• Develop comprehensive project plans, manage financial resources, mitigate potential risks, and ensure adherence to timelines.

• Act as a primary point of contact between stakeholders to guarantee alignment on goals and deliverables.

• Examine data to guide decision-making and uncover opportunities for automation and process optimization.

• Advocate for lean principles and best operational practices throughout the organization.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or a closely related discipline.

• At least 7 years of experience in program or project management, operations, or supply chain positions.

• Proven capability to lead extensive projects involving cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.

• Established experience in managing budgets, schedules, and project scopes.

• Willingness and capability to travel up to 25% of the time.

• Background in the Automotive Industry or Industrial sector is highly preferred.

• Knowledge of ERP systems, supply chain platforms, and operational analytics tools.

• PMP, Six Sigma, or Lean certification is advantageous.

• Expertise in project management software such as Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project.

• For roles based in the US, authorization to work in the U.S. will be verified through E-Verify upon accepting an offer.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer.

• E-Verify participation for US-based roles.