Aptiv PLC

Project Manager

Aptiv PLC • $80K — $110K *
Troy, MI 48085In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of project management/program development experience in automotive electronics.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, finance or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, and MS Word.
  • Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills.
  • Excellent team player with strong customer interface skills.
  • Strong presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated analytical problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Support project execution through proactive management of deliverable performance.
  • Champion the overall project plan and conduct project reviews.
  • Manage risks and develop mitigation strategies through cross-functional collaboration.
  • Facilitate cooperation and discussions among technical experts to drive project milestones.
  • Prepare and present status reports on project activities and progress against KPIs.
  • Escalate risks and issues as necessary to maintain project commitments.
  • Contribute feedback to improve processes and learn from project experiences.

Benefits

  • Private health care effective day 1 of employment.
  • Life and accident insurance.
  • Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, and Parental leave).
  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Learning and development opportunities.
  • Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers.
  • Recognition for innovation and excellence.
  • Opportunities to give back to the community.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
Full Job Description
PROJECT MANAGER

As a PROJECT MANAGER on our team

In your daily job you will:
  • Support project execution through the proactive management of deliverable performance from business award through end-of-life.
  • Champion Overall Project Plan and Reviews
  • Proven ability to work effectively under remote supervision, demonstrating strong communication, accountability, and self-management skills
  • Risk Management through cross-functional problem solving and mitigation strategy development
  • Champion cross-functional team discussions to ensure cooperation with the relevant technical experts (Engineering Project Leader, Quality, Sales, SCM, Manufacturing, etc..) is achieved to drive expected progress of product development and achieve overall project milestones
  • Assess critical path and project risks/issues while aligning with stakeholders to deliver flawless execution
  • Develop relationship with customer and engage with regularly for all Project activity
  • Effectively manage customer and ensure communication alignment between stakeholders
  • Prepare status reports for assigned project activities (Executive Reports, open issues/key actions, critical path, issues/risk, progress vs. KPI's, etc.)
  • Escalate risks/issues as needed to protect project commitments
  • Ensure proper staffing is in alignment with key areas - resource planning/projects goals
  • Meet investment spending and financial statistics from Project Award through CAPEX planning and tracking and spend contribution
  • Lead by example to develop a "one team" mindset and environment
  • Provide feedback into processes as lessons learned to improve future project and organizational performance.
  • Provide input into Customer Sales Lead / Product org on key features to incorporate into the product roadmap
  • Support the Customer Sales Lead in their pursuits by providing input on feasibility and cost associated with programs
  • Work with Customer Sales Lead to support maintenance post-launch collaborating with Product, Service orgs, and Regional Mfg., SCM, and Quality Lead
  • Work across regions to coordinate workforce planning to deliver programs for OEMs not headquartered in region
  • Provide project forecast to feed into budgeting and financial planning, and align project priorities to top-down financial targets


YOUR BACKGROUND

Key skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are:
  • 3-5 years of project management / program development experience within automotive electronics
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, finance or equivalent relevant experience
  • Strong customer interface skills
  • Proficient in MS excel, PowerPoint, MS project, and MS word
  • Strong organization, planning and follow up skills
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Excellent team player and ability to work effectively with others
  • Ability to demonstrate and communicate a methodical and analytical approach to problem solving


WHY JOIN US?
  • You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
  • You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
  • You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.


YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:
  • Private health care effective day 1 of employment
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation and Parental leave)
  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
  • Recognition for innovation and excellence
  • Opportunities to give back to the community
  • Tuition Reimbursement


APPLY TODAY, AND TOGETHER LET'S CHANGE TOMORROW!

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About Aptiv PLC

Aptiv PLC is a global technology company that designs and manufactures vehicle components and provides electrical and electronic and active safety technology solutions to the global automotive and commercial vehicle markets. The company's products include advanced safety systems, electrical and electronic distribution systems, and software and controls. Aptiv's largest customers are automotive manufacturers, and the company has a significant presence in Europe, Asia, and North America. The company was formerly known as Delphi Automotive PLC and changed its name to Aptiv PLC in December 2017.
Learn more about Aptiv PLC
Size
155,000 employees
Market Cap
$24.7 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$1.8 billion
5 Year Trend
+4.9%
Revenue
$13 billion
NASDAQ
APTV
* Ladders Estimates

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