The program manager (PM) is ultimately responsible for ensuring the program meets the project cost, timing, and quality commitments. The program manager ensures effective communication, collaboration, and Cross\-Functional Team alignment.**Key Accountabilities:** * Provide program management for customer programs, serving as the program owner accountable for execution and success, including: + Overseeing product launches effectively by identifying, capturing, and mitigating risks throughout the program. + Ensuring vigilant cost containment, avoidance, and reduction to achieve the program's financial targets. + Developing and maintaining a comprehensive communications plan. **Program Organization and Management:** * Align programs with the organization's mission and goals. * Develop and maintain strong customer relationships to ensure optimal communication. * Manage a cross\-functional team, driving cross\-functional excellence and timely fulfillment of cross\-functional team deliverables based on the PDP. **Risk Management:** * Lead CFT to identify and assess program risks, and develop mitigation plans to address potential issues using the risk register. * Lead CFT to review and update risk management strategies to adapt to changing circumstances. * Ensure proactive risk communication to stakeholders and senior management. * Foresee and recognize program risks and opportunities, developing proactive solutions. **Problem Solving:** * Utilize a methodical approach to task management and problem\-solving. * Demonstrate strong problem\-solving skills, employing a data\-driven approach to analysis. * Challenge team members to foster innovative solutions. * Engage the team in collaborative problem\-solving sessions to address complex issues. * Apply critical thinking to identify root causes and implement effective mitigation plans. * Maintain a focus on achieving goals while resolving issues efficiently and effectively. * Familiar with the program 8D process (BWS55011\-11\), drive launch excellence and reduce the number of red programs **Program Planning and Timing:** * Develop detailed project plans outlining key milestones, deliverables, timelines, and aligned with CFT team. * Ensure alignment of project timelines with organizational goals and customer expectations. * Monitor and adjust project schedules as necessary to accommodate changes and ensure on\-time delivery. * Coordinate with cross\-functional team to ensure timely completion of tasks and milestones. * Track and report on project progress, identifying any deviations from the plan and implementing corrective actions. * Utilize project management tools and software to maintain accurate schedules and resource allocation. * Ensure clear communication of timelines and expectations to all stakeholders. * Anticipate potential delays and develop contingency plans to mitigate impacts on project timing. **Financial and Resource Management:** * Ensure the Appropriations Request \[AR] is prepared and approved on time to meet program milestones. * Develop and manage program budgets effectively. * Optimize project plans by balancing inputs. * Set clear priorities and organize the team to solve problems. * Coordinate resources within the program's scope. * Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions as necessary. **Monitoring and Communication:** * Monitor the process, and control deliverables' status. * Handle inquiries or issues from customers and internal personnel promptly. * Manage conflicts and challenge the team respectfully. * Follow up the changes with the CFT. * Make decisions within the program scope and drive the team to achieve objectives. * Escalate issues to the appropriately using BWS 55011\-14\. * Maintain clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders. **Reporting and Documentation:** * Lead the EOT Workbook preparations \[in xPro], ensuring all data and information are up\-to\-date and accurate. * Produce accurate and transparent reports of program status for management. * Maintain necessary communications with customer personnel and senior BorgWarner management. * Prepare end\-of\-project reports and program handovers. * Lead and document 'Lessons Learned' reviews. * Foster team cohesion and contribute to a positive team atmosphere. * Ensure all program documentation is complete on time and regularly updated as necessary. **Continuous Improvement and Innovation:** * Identify improvement opportunities and implement changes to enhance program success; recognize areas for improvement and apply lessons learned to drive program success. * Encourage innovation within the team to drive better program outcomes. * Benchmark best practices and integrate new methods where applicable. * Promote a culture of continuous improvement and learning. **Stakeholder Management:** * Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to ensure program alignment and support. * Facilitate stakeholder meetings and communications to keep all parties informed and engaged. * Negotiate with stakeholders to resolve conflicts and ensure program success. **Skills \& Knowledge** * Customer\-oriented approach to all tasks * Strong customer interfacing and management skills * Strong people management skills * Understanding of key financial concepts * Strong project planning capabilities * Demonstrates product \& process and supplier management knowledge * Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks * Resourcefulness in delivering necessary resources * Ability to foresee and recognize program risks and opportunities * Methodical approach to task management with clear communication at all levels * Ability to diplomatically challenge team members * Data\-driven approach to analysis * Strong problem\-solving skills, 8D knowledge \& FTA as the basic requirement. * Focus on achieving goals * Knowing when, where, and how to escalate to solve problems * Strong communication and presentation skills * Effective and respectful communication at both global and local levels * Mastery of BorgWarner program management tools \[xPro, Risk Register,Timing Template, etc.] and procedures \[BWS] * Ability to develop strong working relationships * Adaptable leadership style to suit various situations and team member needs, capabilities, and personalities * Ability to influence and motivate the team by removing ambiguity and promoting organizational flexibility * Optimistic and positive approach **Education and Requirements:** * Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred. * 5\+ years of work experience in sales, product, manufacturing, or quality engineering with significant customer contact. * 3\+ years of project management experience (Certification with IPMP\-C\+ \& PMP is a plus). * Strong focus on timing, cost, and quality. * Demonstrated knowledge of program management, planning \& timing, risk and conflict management, problem\-solving, and customer communication. * Fluent in English **CORE COMPETENCIES** Customer Focus Organizational Agility Dealing with Ambiguiity Decision Quality Dealing with Pardox Process Management Informing Business Acumen Priority Setting Drive for Results **Customer Focus:** Dedicated to meeting customer (internal and external) expectations and requirements, gaining their trust…