Senior Manager - Project Management

Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as ROLE.

We are looking for an experienced Assistant General Manager / Senior Manager – Project Management to join our team in Bangalore. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automotive project management, excellent stakeholder management skills, and experience working with global customers across Europe, Japan, and Korea. This role is responsible for driving multiple projects from initiation to completion while ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal resources and cross-functional teams for seamless project execution.

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

• Develop, maintain, and monitor detailed project plans.

• Track project progress and proactively manage scope, schedule, and cost changes.

• Manage stakeholder expectations through effective communication and regular updates.

• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.

• Escalate issues to management when required.

• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.

• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

• Support budget planning and financial tracking activities.

• Continuously develop and demonstrate leadership capabilities.

What We're Looking For

Required Experience

• 8-11 years of experience in the automotive industry.

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Project Management.

• Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• Experience working with:

  • European customers (VW, Stellantis, Renault)

  • Japanese customers (MSIL, Honda, Toyota)

  • Korean customers (Hyundai, Kia)

• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline from a reputed institution.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP Certification (preferred but not mandatory).

• Experience using project management tools and software.

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Skills & Competencies

Project Management Skills

• Budget Development and Tracking

• Risk Management

• Process Improvement

• Planning and Execution

• Negotiation

• Problem Solving

• Documentation & Reporting

Leadership & Communication

• Leadership and Team Collaboration

• Coaching and Mentoring

• Stakeholder Management

• Strong Verbal and Written Communication

• Attention to Detail

• Organizational and Multitasking Skills

Autoliv Values

• Take Ownership

• Add Value

• Collaborate

• Make it Easy

• Be Curious

Success Factors

• Ability to inspire, challenge, and enable teams.

• Strong change management capabilities.

• Customer-focused mindset with excellent relationship management skills.

• Commitment to working as One Autoliv Team.

We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.

In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.

                              More lives saved – more life lived!