Client is transforming into a customer centric sustainable mobility company and is looking for motivated and passionate individuals to join our team. The Project Management Office (PMO) is a critical function of the Cross Carline & Project Engineering Team and is responsible for oversight of common process and methods used to achieve technical, quality, timing and cost targets. The PMO Planning Specialist is responsible for supporting the Platform and Project Planning Manager in the achievement of project timing, labor and investment objectives of the vehicle. Responsibilities may include, but not limited to: 37 Coordinate the general and detailed (by phase) scheduling of the project /program to ensure timing consistency in execution37 Create / Manage Bulletins and Bulletin responses37 Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create for governance decks of product action requests37 Ensure that labor, validation and prototype financial targets are achieved37 Facilitate PMT and Program Review37 Manage vehicle build plan and delivery to support vehicle validation requirements37 Manage the commercial launch plan (volumes and dates) with the Brand(s), the Plant(s) and the Purchasing Department The Planning Specialist's primary interface is with the Vehicle Project, Platform & Modules Teams Planning (QCTP) Manager and the Chief Project Engineer (CVE) Basic Qualifications: 37 Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance or Business from an ABET accredited university. Other degree/educational credentials, in combination with relevant experience, may be considered. 37 Minimum of 5 years automotive industry experience at an OEM or large tier 1 in any of the following areas: Product development engineering, program management, finance, accounting or quality 37 Must be a highly motivated, detail oriented, and a self-directed process thinker 37 Strong interpersonal and leadership skills 37 Strong written and presentation skills are a must 37 Advanced to expert skill level in using Excel and PowerPoint. 37 Ability to interface with all levels of management Preferred Qualifications: 37 Full Program Life-cycle Experience 37 Client PDP understanding 37 Launch Experience a plus 37 Manufacturing process fundamentals understanding 37 Ability to quickly learn use of proprietary software 37 Advanced skills required in manipulating, interpreting, comparing, and overall analysis of large data sets/financials