Magna International · 12 hours ago
Manager, Program Management
Muncie, Indiana, US
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
8+ years expMagna Powertrain of America Inc. is a premier supplier for the global automotive industry, focusing on innovative powertrain systems. The Program Manager is responsible for leading a team of Program Managers, ensuring program performance across the product life cycle while meeting quality, timing, and financial objectives.
AutomotiveIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing
Responsibilities
Provide direct leadership, coaching, performance management, and professional development for Program Managers
Own portfolio-level performance for timing, quality, cost, and customer satisfaction across assigned programs
Act as escalation point for high-risk or off-track programs and lead recovery and corrective action plans
Ensure consistent application of GPMS and standard program management practices across all programs
Support and participate in executive-level customer communications as needed
Oversee preparation and review of customer quotations, business cases, and contract reviews to ensure profitable and/or strategic business awards
Partner with Sales, Global Product Managers, Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Finance to remove execution barriers and align priorities
Review and challenge program budgets, financial forecasts, change management, claims, and commercial recoveries
Drive continuous improvement, VA/VE initiatives, and lessons learned across the program portfolio
Support Series Production Phase activities including claims management, change management, and ongoing price negotiations/adjustments
Lead preparation and communication of program status to management steering committees and ensure timely escalation of critical issues
Ensure MAFACT standards are planned and implemented to support world-class manufacturing
Ensure compliance with TS 16949, OSHA, ISO, ANSI, and EH&S requirements
Maintain working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must possess a combined 8–12+ years of program management and leadership experience within the automotive manufacturing industry, with a verifiable record of results
Bachelor's degree required or equivalent (6 additional years of related technical experience in addition to experience referenced above)
Strong technical background that may include knowledge of powertrain systems & components (including 4WD/AWD, fluid pressure & controls, stampings & castings) and a strong understanding of cross-functional responsibilities
Strong financial acumen with experience managing program budgets, forecasts, quotations, and business cases
Must possess advanced usage of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint); must be/become proficient in company & customer systems
Preferred
Technical / Engineering degree strongly preferred
Prior people leadership experience strongly preferred (direct or indirect leadership of program teams)
Previous experience in a plant operations role or manufacturing environment preferred
Company
Magna International
Magna International is a mobility tech company and auto supplier that engages in body exteriors, structures, power, vision, and seating.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.79B2025-05-14Post Ipo Debt· $1.04B
2024-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $330.18M
2024-03-05Post Ipo Debt· $400M
Leadership Team
Philip Fracassa
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
Jorg Meinrich
Purchasing Director
Recent News
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