Program Manager II

Eaton\u2019s IS VEH EMB Automotive division is currently seeking a Program Manager II. \n\nThe expected annual salary range for this role is $113000 - $145K a year. \n\nPlease note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. \n\n* This Hybrid role must work on-site 3 days a week at either our Southfield, MI ... or.. Carol Stream, IL location.\n\n## What you\u2019ll do:\n\nA strong leader responsible for complex, global New Product Introduction (NPI) and industrialization projects and programs (STP- Standard Transition Process, VA/VE, etc.) that deliver on business case cost and benefit commitments. \n\nEnsures correct and rigorous application of various Eaton NPI processes/tools (ProLauch, ProPM, etc.) on projects/programs and coaches cross-functional teams on NPI processes, as applicable. \n\nCoach/mentor junior PMs (PM I) and interns, as applicable. \n \nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: \nA. Manage the project lifecycle from development through launch while achieving business case financials of the NPI Program(s)/ STP Program(s) and / or VAVE projects. \nB. Lead cross-functional teams to drive accountability and performance established for commercial, technical, and manufacturing readiness levels at start of production. \nC. Develop and execute comprehensive project management plans that deliver on scope, schedule, and financial commitments. Guide teams from project initiation through planning, executing, monitoring, and closure. \nD. Influence and secure baseline business case expectations with key stakeholders in the areas of scope, benefit, cost, assumptions, risks/opportunities, key milestones, and alternate implementation scenarios. Fully understand and articulate business case financials and content. \nE. Establish organizational resource management plans that clearly articulate the requirements for core team member, work package approver, and decision gate committee member engagement for the project duration. \nF. Build effective cross-functional team dynamics by recognizing individual strengths and weaknesses, providing proactive feedback and coaching, and creating an atmosphere that inspires learning and recognition. Drive a mindset of proactive risk mitigation and methodical problem solving. \nG. Leverage program management standard work processes, tools, systems, and performance measures to provide an operational cadence, agility and transparency during project execution. \nH. Establish and execute effective internal and external stakeholder communication strategies that address customer, internal leadership, and core team needs for the duration of a project. \nI. Effectively tailor messaging and lead project/program reviews with multiple levels of leadership to enable robust decision making and risk mitigation. \nJ. Develop negotiation strategies with functional partners that meet business case commitments for both customer and supplier contract management. Ensure effective change management processes and contract language is designed and applied. \nK. Engage in new business proposal development by partnering on product strategy and product roadmap initiatives. \nL. Strengthen skillsets in cross-functional and operational knowledge areas outside of previous domain expertise (i.e. Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance).\n\n## Qualifications:\n\nBasic Qualifications:\n\n \n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree required (Business or Engineering).\n\n\u2022 6+ years of global experience in Program Management or a combination of Program Management with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing/SCM, or Product Development.\n\n\u2022 Experience in managing and leading projects through complete NPI cycle as a Program Manager.\n\n\u2022 Previous automotive experience.\n\n\u2022 Previous coaching/ mentorship of Lower-level junior PM\u2019s..\n\n\u2022 Proficient in Program and Project Management methodologies processes and tools.\n\n\u2022 Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.\u201d \n\n\u2022 Candidate will not need sponsorship now or in the future.\n\n\u2022 Must reside with 50 miles of either Southfield, MI or Carol Stream IL. Relocation assistance is not available for this role.\n\n \n \nPreferred Qualifications:\n\n\u2022 Master\u2019s degree in Business or Engineering.\n\n\u2022 Previous automotive Connector/connection system related products .\n\n\u2022 Previous experience with EV protection products.\n\n\u2022 Previous experience managing Program Budgets. \n\n\u2022 Products related to Hybrid-electric vehicles.\n\n\u2022 Knowledge of passenger car and commercial vehicle product/markets.\n\n\u2022 Previous Automotive PM experience.\n\n\u2022 PMP Certification from Project Management Institute (PMI)\n\n\u2022 Experience in Requirements and Risk Management.\n\n\u2022 Knowledge of product and project portfolio management principles.\n\n\u2022 Ability to travel up to 25%. \n\n## Skills:\n\nPosition Criteria \n\u2022 Demonstrated leadership style that is consistent with Eaton expectations of leaders (ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent, learner). Capable of leading change in a cross-functional environment that requires cross-region, site, and/or global collaboration and span. \n\u2022 Strategic thinker who is adept at building organizational capability through communicating a vision that both engages and motivates the organization while holding them accountable to achieve stretch results. \n\u2022 A results oriented and highly adaptable person who can be a supportive team player in corporate environment. \n\u2022 Strong analytical skills and business acumen. \n\u2022 A focused, intelligent individual who is a pragmatic motivator with a good decision-making skills.\n\nWe are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. 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