SL America Corporation · 9 hours ago
Lighting Program Manager
Auburn Hills, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expSL Michigan is a global leader in automotive components, committed to delivering quality while shaping the future of automotive technology. The Lighting Program Manager will oversee the design, development, and implementation of automotive lighting projects, ensuring project success while maintaining high-quality standards and customer satisfaction.
AutomotiveManufacturing
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring strong communication and relationship management
Lead global cross-functional teams (CFT) to successfully deliver program milestones
Manage overall program timing, deliverables, and project milestones
Oversee program budgets, cost tracking, and financial performance
Coordinate and lead customer and internal program review meetings (PDT, design, quality, and specification reviews)
Maintain and drive resolution of open issues with key stakeholders
Partner with Sales and Engineering teams to support cost resolution and cost-reduction initiatives
Prepare and present project updates, meeting agendas, and executive summaries
Allocate and manage program resources, budgets, and project hours
Ensure compliance with internal program management systems and processes
Lead complex program activities with a high level of ownership and accountability
Support domestic and international travel as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
4–7 years of automotive Program Management experience or similar project leadership experience
Experience supporting at least one full product development lifecycle
Strong knowledge of Project Management methodologies (PMBOK preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project
Excellent communication, facilitation, and documentation skills
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Ability to work independently while collaborating across global teams
Preferred
Prior automotive product development experience strongly preferred
Company
SL America Corporation
SL offers auto parts such as auto lamp assemblies, chassis, mirror, and FEM (Front End Module) for over half a century since its inception in 1954.
51-200 employees
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