Program Manager

Job Title: Program Manager Location: Auburn Hills, MIJob Description: The Mopar After Sales Launch Manager (ASLM) role is a key strategic component to the overall success of Mopar's timely and accurate support of a new vehicle program. The ASLM is responsible for the upfront engagement with Vehicle Engineering teams on designated programs to identify program requirements and communicate applicable Mopar requirements. The ASLM is considered the Mopar lead for their program(s) and remains engaged with his/her assigned programs throughout their lifecycle coordinating related Mopar impact assessments and launching readiness reports. Although this role resides within Technical Service Operations (TSO), the ASLM’s responsibilities span across Mopar TSO, Parts Supply Chain, Accessories, Purchasing, and Technical Training.Specific Roles and Responsibilities:Upfront engagement with Engineering as the Mopar liaison to communicate Mopar requirements/needs while documenting vehicle requirementsCross-functional coordination with various levels of Stellantis management to complete Mopar impact analyses and launch/dealer readiness assessmentsManage, track, and report critical Mopar deliverables to support vehicle program launchesEscalate issues early and quickly for resolution and awarenessAdvance integration efforts with Stellantis global counterparts with focus on new vehicle planning and readiness effortsPrepare and effectively deliver executive management presentations related to MPR responsibilitiesAssist with TSO / Mopar benchmarking activitiesPosition Requirements:Bachelor's degree in supply chain, automotive, program management, engineering, or related field3+ years of engineering and/or aftersales experience in the automotive or related industry (5 5+ years' work experience on program launchesStrong technical aptitude and understanding of the dealership environmentStrong organizational, self-management, and negotiations skillsExperience in presenting ideas and concepts to all levels of managementPrior program management experience in a technical capacityChinese (Mandarin) and English Speaking. Spanish is a bonus.