American Axle & Manufacturing

Program Management Manager

American Axle & Manufacturing$90K — $120K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or related field.
  • 7–10+ years of experience in program/project management, operations, or related leadership roles.
  • Proven ability to lead complex projects with minimal guidance.
  • Strong competency in using project management methodologies, tools, and templates.
  • Demonstrated experience in planning and organizing projects with defined schedules and budgets.

Responsibilities

  • Determine project requirements and develop detailed plans to achieve goals.
  • Manage cross-functional teams and coordinate all project activities from start to finish.
  • Perform project risk analysis and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Guide team members to achieve program deliverables and maintain project quality.
  • Establish transparent communication with stakeholders, reporting on program status regularly.
  • Identify dependencies between projects to ensure seamless integration.
  • Support program needs through occasional domestic travel.

Benefits

  • Flexible working environment with remote work options.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
Full Job Description

Job Posting Title

Program Management Manager

Job Description Summary

The Program Management Manager determines project requirements, schedules, and capital expenditures to develop detailed project and program plans. Manages cross-functional teams; coordinates all project activities to drive projects from initial to completion. Coordinates critical, multisectional projects involving customers, vendors, and consultants. Performs project risk analysis, identifies risk areas, and develops alternate mitigation measures.

The Program Management Manager is also responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing a group of related projects to achieve organizational goals, acting as the central point of contact for stakeholders, and managing cross-functional teams, budgets, risks, scope and quality. Identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks, and manage changes within the program to ensure goals are met.

Job Description:

  • Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.

  • Demonstrable ability to lead and deliver important projects through to completion.

  • Demonstrate competency in maintaining project documents using approved methodology, tools, and templates.

  • Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects including schedules, budgets, and project deliverables.

  • Develop and implement programs aligned with organizational objectives, setting clear goals and defining the strategic direction for initiatives.

  • Lead and influence cross-functional team members, guiding them in achieving program deliverables.

  • Manage the dependencies between various projects within the program to ensure seamless integration.

  • Establish and maintain transparent communication with all stakeholders, providing accurate and timely reports on program status.

  • Ability to travel domestically to support the needs of the program.

  • All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or related field.

  • 7–10+ years of experience in program/project management, operations, or related leadership roles.


About American Axle & Manufacturing

American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM) is a leading global Tier 1 automotive supplier of driveline and metal forming technologies that are used to power a wide range of vehicles. AAM’s products are found in vehicles that drive on the road, fly through the air, and even drive under the sea. AAM’s engineering, design, and manufacturing capabilities allow it to produce products that meet the needs of its customers around the world. AAM has over 25,000 associates operating at nearly 90 facilities in 17 countries to support its customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.
Learn more about American Axle & Manufacturing
Size
18,000 employees
Market Cap
$872.8 million
Industry
Net Income
-$561.2 million
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+5.5%
Revenue
$4.7 billion
NASDAQ

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