The Program Manager is ultimately responsible and accountable for the execution of all programs assigned to him / her, and adherence to Tenneco program management processes. This role ensures flawless launch performance and meets all program targets including but not limited to: 0-0-100-100-30 (0 recordable injuries; 0 customer quality rejections; 100% of the CAR financial targets; End-to-End Program Management

Lead automotive programs from Gate 1 through Gate 7, ensuring effective planning, execution, issue resolution, and successful program launches.
Cross-Functional Leadership Coordinate and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Finance, Sales, Purchasing, Operations, Launch Managers, plants, and suppliers to drive program success.
Scope, Risk & Change Management Manage customer scope changes, perform trade-off analysis (cost, timing, quality, and resources), identify risks early, and execute mitigation and escalation plans.
Project Delivery & Resource Planning Develop and manage project timelines, ensure all gates and customer milestones (MRDs) are achieved on time, and optimize resource utilization.
Financial & Business Management Ensure programs meet budget, profitability, and financial targets by managing business cases, CAPEX requests (CARs), and financial roadmaps.
Quality & Supplier Management Drive program quality objectives,



ensure timely sourcing and PPAP completion, support Make vs. Buy decisions, and maintain robust supplier performance through regular reviews and visits.
Leadership, Customer Focus & Communication Demonstrate strong leadership, decision-making, stakeholder management, customer focus, and communication skills while fostering teamwork and driving execution across the organization.
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Required)
MBA / Master's Degree in Business Administration (Preferred)
PMP Certification (Preferred)
Experience Required
Minimum 6 years of experience in the automotive industry
Minimum 3 years of experience in a functional area such as Engineering, Operations, Finance, Quality, Sales, or Purchasing
Experience in at least two key functions: Program Management, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Operations, or Sales
Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex programs
Strong knowledge of Program Management methodologies, tools, and techniques
Program & Project Management
Risk & Change Management
Financial Acumen & Budget Management
Customer Relationship Management
Supplier Management
MS Office & MS Project
Fluent English (German preferred)
Willingness to Travel

📌 Postgraduate Programmes Coordinator (Pune)
🏢 Tenneco
📍 Pune