Principal Program Manager, Auto & Industrial
Core
Own a portfolio of complex, high-value ($5M+) production programs from award through launch and steady-state supply, serving as the primary point of contact for customers and leading cross-functional teams to ensure quality, delivery, and financial results.
Role type
Principal Program Manager (Manufacturing Operations)
Builds
Complex production programs for Fortune 1000 companies via a digital manufacturing marketplace
Domain
Industrial manufacturing / Contract manufacturing / Supply chain
Required skills
Program management, Manufacturing operations, Cross-functional team leadership, Budget and financial management, APQP, Supplier/Partner management, Risk mitigation, Process improvement, Mentoring
Preferred skills
Military program management experience, PMP certification, Lean/Six Sigma, Automotive/Aerospace/Defense industry knowledge, PPAP/AS9102, ERP/BI tools
Technologies
APQP, PPAP, AS9102, ERP systems, Salesforce, Tableau, Looker, Smartsheet, Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project
Responsibilities
Lead multiple concurrent production programs from award to repeat production; Manage program budgets, timelines, scope, and financial results; Serve as primary customer contact and lead cross-functional teams; Hold manufacturing partners accountable for commitments; Drive operational improvements and define program management standards; Mentor and coach program managers on launch planning and financial management.
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship