Navistar, Inc. • Lisle, IL 60532
Job #2692066199
Position Overview
Navistar is seeking a Senior Program Manager - Technical to initiate, plan, execute, control and close product programs and manufacturing insourcing programs for commercial vehicles.
Under the direction of the Program Management Organization (PMO) leadership, you will provide comprehensive management of multiple product development programs. The individual will lead cross-functional teams to complete tasks and deliverables and be responsible for success of the program toward achieving quality, schedule and financial targets.
Successful candidates will demonstrate a history of leading program teams in a matrixed organization structure, and success in leading without direct authority in a fast-moving dynamic environment. Ultimate responsibility for the success of the program toward achieving financial, timing and performance targets resides with the Sr. Program Manager.
Responsibilities
Develop detailed program scope, budget and schedules based on leadership intent
Develop detailed program schedules and perform critical path analysis using Microsoft Project
Use best practices and knowledge of internal/external business issues to improve products, services or processes
Leading resolution of a wide range of complex problems in innovative ways, including issues where precedent may not exist
Network with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise
Leading a recurring program Configuration Change Board (CCB)
Corrective action implementation
Leading Risk and Issues investigations and mitigation
May instruct, coach or provide informal guidance to colleagues with less experience
25% domestic/international travel including: South America, Mexico and Europe
Regularly presents program status to senior management and Executive level audiences
Identifies needed resources for cross functional program teams
Manages the program from initiation through delivery, interfacing with internal and external customers
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree
At least 12 years of technical project/program management experience
At least 2 years of lead experience
OR
Master's degree
At least 8 years of technical project/program management experience
At least 2 years of lead experience
OR
At least 14 years of technical project/program management experience
At least 2 years of lead experience
Additional Requirements
Desired Skills
Specific experience in leading electric propulsion (electric mobility), Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), and Connected Vehicle programs is preferred
PMP or PgMP strongly preferred
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt / Green Belt training and/or certification preferred
Master of Business Administration strongly preferred
Working knowledge of program finance
Self starter and skilled problem solver who follows through
Demonstrates good judgement in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Proficiency in Swedish, Portuguese and/or German is a plus
Ability to make real-time decisions in the absence of complete or perfect information
Experience managing product and/or manufacturing programs for North America Truck OEMs, Heavy Equipment manufacturing, or Aerospace/Defense product development or other capital goods business-to-business industries strongly preferred
Ability to work in a centralized Program Management Office separate from traditional function areas (i.e. Production, Logistics, Engineering, Finance, etc.)
Company Overview
Navistar, Inc. ("Navistar") is a purpose-driven company, reimagining how to deliver what matters to create more cohesive relationships, build higher-performing teams and find solutions where others don't.
Based in Lisle, Illinois, Navistar or its subsidiaries and affiliates produce International® brand commercial trucks and engines, IC Bus® brand school and commercial buses, all-makes OnCommand® Connection advanced connectivity services, and Fleetrite®, ReNEWeD® and Diamond Advantage® brand aftermarket parts.
With a history of innovation dating back to 1831, Navistar has more than 14,500 employees worldwide and is part of TRATON SE, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. Additional information is available at ~~~.
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Navistar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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