Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Nappanee , Indiana (On-Site)

Employment: Full-Time Permanent

Job Description & Skill Requirement:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in project or program management.
• Experience in automotive, heavy truck, RV, or similar complex manufacturing preferred.
• Proven ability to lead project teams and mentor direct reports.
• Demonstrated expertise with stage-gate product development frameworks.
• Strong understanding of vehicle systems and associated development lifecycles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or Jira.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment.

Functional Leadership & Team Management

• Lead the Program Management function and supervise 2-3 program managers/project coordinators.
• Provide coaching, performance management, and skills development to team members.
• Standardize program management practices, documentation, and reporting across all projects.
• Allocate programs, resources, and workload across the team to ensure optimal execution.

Program & Portfolio Leadership

• Oversee execution of multiple product development programs across vehicle platforms.
• Drive alignment on scope, schedule, cost, and risk across cross-functional teams.
• Serve as an escalation point for program-level obstacles and major risk decisions.
• Ensure adherence to the stage-gate development process from concept through post-launch review.

Stage-Gate Process Governance

• Lead gate review preparation, ensuring consistent quality and completion of deliverables.
• Facilitate milestone planning and decision-making forums.
• Implement process improvements and ensure compliance with PMO standards.
• Communication & Executive Reporting
• Provide consolidated program updates to senior leadership.
• Create and deliver executive-level presentations for program reviews.
• Serve as the primary interface for critical internal and external stakeholders.

Industry-Specific Execution

• Guide execution on vehicle systems including interior, exterior, electrical, and chassis components.
• Ensure all programs comply with FMVSS, RVIA, and other applicable standards.
• Oversee prototype builds, pilot production activities, and launch readiness.
• Continuous Improvement & PMO Development
• Identify and implement improvements to project execution and resource efficiency.
• Recommend enhancements to stage-gate processes and PMO tools.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement."