{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"29d034e4a37cf0263496a1cb","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/29d034e4a37cf0263496a1cb","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/29d034e4a37cf0263496a1cb","title":"Program Manager","description":"Program Manager – Overview\r\nThe Program Manager is responsible for organizing, coordinating, and executing a comprehensive program management regimen that meets customer expectations. The individual provides program management for customer programs smaller in scope in terms of the number of customers, facilities, programs, or strategic importance. Potentially involved in winning the business/quotation preparation focusing on (1) the assertive oversight of product launches, (2) vigilant cost containment, avoidance, and reduction throughout a product's life cycle, and (3) a comprehensive communications effort. Working at all levels of the organization the incumbent must build a case for the program and gain the commitment of the department heads allowing the allocation of the necessary resources. The leadership activities would include but not be limited to strategic programs within the team environment involving planning and defining objectives, product design and development, process design and development, product and process validation, and initial production performance.\r\nStandard Duties\r\nLead customer required APQP activity\r\nLead internal team through new program launches\r\nLead internal team through current program uplifts\r\nFacilitate and lead customer meetings\r\nSupport PTC SEG/PDT meetings\r\nLead PRA actions with entire launch team\r\nLead all customer process changes and gain approval (SREAs, FRs)\r\nChallenge whole supply base to properly validate change requests to align with OEM expectations.\r\nPerform capacity analysis (Ford CAR, Toyota Loading Capacity)\r\nSchedule all pre-SOP builds with production team.\r\nManage trial/prototype builds assuring that resources are available (people, material, machines, etc.)\r\nAttend all program management and EOT meetings providing input when necessary\r\nWrite all supplier tooling kickoff requisitions and pre-production PPAP part requests\r\nDrive accountability through regular follow up including PRA / APQP meetings\r\nLead SLT weekly and monthly status update meetings\r\nProduce and maintain master Gantt charts\r\nMaintain and track program financials to AR\r\nInterface with the customer and facilitate customer visits to the plant\r\nLead or participate on cost reduction teams\r\nSupport update activities of APQP documentation on customers' systems\r\nFacilitate Seneca change management meeting as required.\r\nLead or participate in Program Gate Reviews.\r\nLead or participate in PKO (Program Kick-Off) meetings\r\nLead or participate in Lessons Learned reviews\r\nWrite Purchase Requisitions as required for trial build parts, supplier tooling, etc.\r\nServes as program owner, accountable for the execution and success of the\r\nProgram Execution Responsibilities\r\nDevelops and validates program scope and customer deliverables and ensures that customer expectations for quality, timing, and product performance are met.\r\nIdentifies and manages assigned resources (purchased material, engineering development, capital investment, launch costs, contract provisions) to minimize total program costs and maximize expected return.\r\nMeets program deliverables (financial targets of appropriation request, cost, timing, completeness) as defined by the Executive Oversight Team (\"EOT\").\r\nLeads efforts to ensure that BW expectations of ROI and EV are met.\r\nAssists the EOT in developing a program strategy and converts the strategy into action.\r\nAlerts the EOT of program risks that are beyond the scope of the program team in an appropriate timeframe; continuously identifies risk factors and seeks to mitigate adverse impact.\r\nWorks with functional managers to assign members of cross-functional SEG product launch teams. This includes but is not limited to manufacturing management, production operators, maintenance, materials, finance, quality, safety and HR.\r\nLeads and manages team environment through all program phases / gate points with emphasis on synergy, development and empowerment to ensure collaboration, team unity and team success.\r\nConducts frequent Team meetings. Leads team meetings, monthly functional meetings, joint BW/customer meetings and EOT review meetings.\r\nMaintain program charter, timing plan and gate review matrices.\r\nHelps the team reach consensus when necessary and makes decisions as required.\r\nKnows when to make decision independently and when to ask for guidance and input.\r\nEvaluates and reviews team member performance and provides input to TMS.\r\nAddresses and resolves program \"roadblocks\" through the appropriate functional managers, or functional directors, or vice presidents.\r\nKeeps program team in place for 3 to 6 months after launch to ensure objectives of delivery, quality and cost are met. Objectively evaluates performance with input from the EOT to determine at the 3 month after launch window if extension is required.\r\nServes as contact person to the customer and participates in, or leads in some cases, customer meetings; a key contact for the customer APQP program.\r\nDevelops relationship with customer that makes the product launch an experience that contributes to awarding new business in the future.\r\nEnsures internal and external documentation requirements are met.\r\nAdditional Information\r\nTravel is occasionally required, up to 5% of the time.\r\nSafety and Physical Requirements\r\nAll employees are responsible for knowing, understanding and complying with the safety policies and procedures.\r\nWear PPE when appropriate in designated campus areas.\r\nLifting shoulder high up to 35 lbs. on occasion.\r\nKey Competencies\r\nSafety Initiative Judgement/Decision Making Teamwork/Interpersonal Skills Process Management\r\nEducation & Experience\r\nBachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related discipline required\r\n5+ years' experience in business, engineering, or manufacturing (automotive driveline or powertrain preferred)\r\nProduct and process launch experience strongly preferred\r\nDemonstrated team leadership experience and training\r\nEffective, professional verbal and written communication skills to interface with all levels BorgWarner, external customers, and suppliers\r\nLanguages: English and customer specific language depending upon Program assignment(s)\r\nProficient in computer skills for industry standard word processing, spreadsheet, intranet, and PLM software\r\nTravel requirements depend upon Program assignment(s\r\nEEO Statement\r\nBorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.\r\nSalary Range\r\n$107,600 - $147,950\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Borgwarner Emissions Systems Spain Sl","rawCompany":"borgwarner emissions systems spain sl","city":"Seneca","state":"SC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-08T00:55:09.425Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-1021.00","title":"General and Operations Managers","slug":"general-and-operations-managers"},{"code":"11-9151.00","title":"Social and Community Service Managers","slug":"social-and-community-service-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"332710","title":"Machine Shops","slug":"machine-shops"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Manager","description":"Program Manager – Overview\r\nThe Program Manager is responsible for organizing, coordinating, and executing a comprehensive program management regimen that meets customer expectations. The individual provides program management for customer programs smaller in scope in terms of the number of customers, facilities, programs, or strategic importance. Potentially involved in winning the business/quotation preparation focusing on (1) the assertive oversight of product launches, (2) vigilant cost containment, avoidance, and reduction throughout a product's life cycle, and (3) a comprehensive communications effort. Working at all levels of the organization the incumbent must build a case for the program and gain the commitment of the department heads allowing the allocation of the necessary resources. The leadership activities would include but not be limited to strategic programs within the team environment involving planning and defining objectives, product design and development, process design and development, product and process validation, and initial production performance.\r\nStandard Duties\r\nLead customer required APQP activity\r\nLead internal team through new program launches\r\nLead internal team through current program uplifts\r\nFacilitate and lead customer meetings\r\nSupport PTC SEG/PDT meetings\r\nLead PRA actions with entire launch team\r\nLead all customer process changes and gain approval (SREAs, FRs)\r\nChallenge whole supply base to properly validate change requests to align with OEM expectations.\r\nPerform capacity analysis (Ford CAR, Toyota Loading Capacity)\r\nSchedule all pre-SOP builds with production team.\r\nManage trial/prototype builds assuring that resources are available (people, material, machines, etc.)\r\nAttend all program management and EOT meetings providing input when necessary\r\nWrite all supplier tooling kickoff requisitions and pre-production PPAP part requests\r\nDrive accountability through regular follow up including PRA / APQP meetings\r\nLead SLT weekly and monthly status update meetings\r\nProduce and maintain master Gantt charts\r\nMaintain and track program financials to AR\r\nInterface with the customer and facilitate customer visits to the plant\r\nLead or participate on cost reduction teams\r\nSupport update activities of APQP documentation on customers' systems\r\nFacilitate Seneca change management meeting as required.\r\nLead or participate in Program Gate Reviews.\r\nLead or participate in PKO (Program Kick-Off) meetings\r\nLead or participate in Lessons Learned reviews\r\nWrite Purchase Requisitions as required for trial build parts, supplier tooling, etc.\r\nServes as program owner, accountable for the execution and success of the\r\nProgram Execution Responsibilities\r\nDevelops and validates program scope and customer deliverables and ensures that customer expectations for quality, timing, and product performance are met.\r\nIdentifies and manages assigned resources (purchased material, engineering development, capital investment, launch costs, contract provisions) to minimize total program costs and maximize expected return.\r\nMeets program deliverables (financial targets of appropriation request, cost, timing, completeness) as defined by the Executive Oversight Team (\"EOT\").\r\nLeads efforts to ensure that BW expectations of ROI and EV are met.\r\nAssists the EOT in developing a program strategy and converts the strategy into action.\r\nAlerts the EOT of program risks that are beyond the scope of the program team in an appropriate timeframe; continuously identifies risk factors and seeks to mitigate adverse impact.\r\nWorks with functional managers to assign members of cross-functional SEG product launch teams. This includes but is not limited to manufacturing management, production operators, maintenance, materials, finance, quality, safety and HR.\r\nLeads and manages team environment through all program phases / gate points with emphasis on synergy, development and empowerment to ensure collaboration, team unity and team success.\r\nConducts frequent Team meetings. Leads team meetings, monthly functional meetings, joint BW/customer meetings and EOT review meetings.\r\nMaintain program charter, timing plan and gate review matrices.\r\nHelps the team reach consensus when necessary and makes decisions as required.\r\nKnows when to make decision independently and when to ask for guidance and input.\r\nEvaluates and reviews team member performance and provides input to TMS.\r\nAddresses and resolves program \"roadblocks\" through the appropriate functional managers, or functional directors, or vice presidents.\r\nKeeps program team in place for 3 to 6 months after launch to ensure objectives of delivery, quality and cost are met. Objectively evaluates performance with input from the EOT to determine at the 3 month after launch window if extension is required.\r\nServes as contact person to the customer and participates in, or leads in some cases, customer meetings; a key contact for the customer APQP program.\r\nDevelops relationship with customer that makes the product launch an experience that contributes to awarding new business in the future.\r\nEnsures internal and external documentation requirements are met.\r\nAdditional Information\r\nTravel is occasionally required, up to 5% of the time.\r\nSafety and Physical Requirements\r\nAll employees are responsible for knowing, understanding and complying with the safety policies and procedures.\r\nWear PPE when appropriate in designated campus areas.\r\nLifting shoulder high up to 35 lbs. on occasion.\r\nKey Competencies\r\nSafety Initiative Judgement/Decision Making Teamwork/Interpersonal Skills Process Management\r\nEducation & Experience\r\nBachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related discipline required\r\n5+ years' experience in business, engineering, or manufacturing (automotive driveline or powertrain preferred)\r\nProduct and process launch experience strongly preferred\r\nDemonstrated team leadership experience and training\r\nEffective, professional verbal and written communication skills to interface with all levels BorgWarner, external customers, and suppliers\r\nLanguages: English and customer specific language depending upon Program assignment(s)\r\nProficient in computer skills for industry standard word processing, spreadsheet, intranet, and PLM software\r\nTravel requirements depend upon Program assignment(s\r\nEEO Statement\r\nBorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.\r\nSalary Range\r\n$107,600 - $147,950\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-08-08T00:55:09.425Z","dateModified":"2026-08-08T00:55:09.425Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Borgwarner Emissions Systems Spain Sl","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Seneca","addressRegion":"SC","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"29d034e4a37cf0263496a1cb"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/29d034e4a37cf0263496a1cb"}}