Role Overview

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-PHONE_NUMBER-30 (0 recordable injuries; 0 customer quality rejections; 100% on time delivery to the customer; 100% of the CAR financial targets; measured during the first 30 calendar days after the customer's Start of Production).

- 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 strong 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.

Education & Certifications
- 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

Key Skills
- Program & Project Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Risk & Change Management
- Financial Acumen & Budget Management
- Customer Relationship Management
- Supplier Management
- Solid Written & Verbal Communication
- MS Office & MS Project
- Fluent English (German preferred)

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