Program Manager

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets - passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment - Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

**Position Summary**:
We are looking for a **Program Manager** in **Arco** or **Rivoli** or **Reggio Emilia** location (Italy).

The Program Manager is a key position in the Dana business.
This person will be responsible and accountable for successfully leading a cross-functional team in planning and executing product development programs and projects from quoting through production launch.

Program Management is a highly respected function in the global Dana organization due to the unique skillset required and the impact it has to the company’s financial results.

**Main Responsibilities**:

- Assemble core program team and complete the program planning process to ensure development of a complete program plan and work breakdown structure, including the financial pro-forma baseline.
- Meet all design, quality, production, financial, and milestone timing needs of the program.
- Develop and maintain project-timing charts and maintain the project schedule as agreed between the internal/external customers and Dana.
- Plan, lead & conduct timely team meetings and program status reviews based on the defined Program Management process - which includes direct leadership of the functional disciplines such as Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Operations, Sales, and Finance.
- Support the Dana organization in the Stage-Gate (APQP) process used globally in other Dana facilities for developing and launching new products.
- Communicate or present project status as needed through reports and program management reviews at all levels.
- Identify and resolve project issues, using systemic root cause analysis and provide a robust process for change management.
- Liaison with internal/external customers regarding program issues, including participation in their meetings.
- Monitor project concept, budget & schedule for compliance with customer specification. Plan and identify required staffing needs to the appropriate function in a timely manner.
- Ensure successful design, capability, installation and prove-out of production equipment and tools including procurement of capital equipment & compliance with all required codes.
- Optimize project cash flow through timely coordination of all purchase order releases. Plan and manage all budgets and costs associated with the program and adhere to the program pro-forma (business case).
- Responsible for extended support of operations, quality, or engineering beyond what a typical program would require.
- Responsible for scheduling, monitoring, and facilitating the execution of Functional Stage Gate Reviews Responsible for scheduling and conducting Stage Gate reviews with senior management.

**Job Position Requirements**:
Education: University Master Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electronics preferred)

Professional background: Minimum 5 years’ experience as Program Manager, working within a multi-national, complex matrix-based organization.
- Hard Skills- Experience with mechatronics (mechanical, electrical, software) products required.
- Excellent APQP and program management techniques knowledge.
- A solid understanding of financial analysis concepts and budget management.
- Business-level fluency in English are required for this position.
- Strong office 365 environment and presentation skills.
- Experience of managing challenging negotiations and achieving the desired outcome.
- Ability to successfully function in a matrix style of management, managing a variety of cross functional team members.
- Considered as a plus- Title of Certified project management professional title or a project management degree, an asset (e.g. PMP certification)
- Soft Skills- Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
- Excellent organizational leadership and follow-up skills; competent in problem solving, team building, planning and decision making
- Able to effectively interface with other disciplines in the organization to achieve result
- Demonstrated ability to drive results
- Proactivity, an individual who drives change and seeks opportunity for improvements
- Able to operate successfully at management level

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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