Dana Incorporated

Project Manager

Dana Incorporated • $80K — $110K *
Maumee, OH 43537In-Person
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required, Accounting or Finance preferred.
  • 5+ years of project management experience in a mid-to-large organization.
  • Proven track record leading complex, cross-functional projects.
  • Experience in Shared Services, Finance, or Operations preferred.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex projects from initiation to implementation, ensuring they align with business objectives.
  • Manage project scope, timelines, resources, and budgets effectively.
  • Collaborate with business leaders and IT stakeholders to define requirements and solutions.
  • Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and customer experience.
  • Communicate project status and risks to stakeholders and leadership.
  • Facilitate cross-team collaboration for successful project execution.
  • Support automation initiatives and serve as a liaison between teams.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement training.
  • Flexible work hours to accommodate business needs.
  • Support for travel as required for project implementation.
Full Job Description
Job Purpose

The Project Manager is responsible for leading complex, cross-functional initiatives that support Shared Services, Finance, and operational excellence objectives. This role partners with business and IT stakeholders to successfully deliver projects, drive process improvements, support automation initiatives, and ensure measurable business value. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, strong relationship builder, and results-oriented leader who can effectively manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead complex, cross-functional projects from initiation through implementation, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.
  • Manage project scope, timelines, resources, budgets, risks, dependencies, and overall project performance.
  • Partner with business leaders, Shared Services teams, and IT stakeholders to identify opportunities, define requirements, and develop practical solutions to business challenges.
  • Drive process improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, strengthen controls, enhance customer experience, and deliver measurable business value.
  • Facilitate collaboration across functional teams to ensure alignment, accountability, and successful execution of project goals.
  • Communicate project status, milestones, risks, and recommendations to project sponsors and leadership teams.
  • Lead change management, testing, and implementation activities to support successful adoption of new processes, systems, and technologies.
  • Identify, track, and resolve project risks and issues while driving timely and effective solutions.
  • Support automation and digital transformation initiatives, including serving as a key liaison between Shared Services and IT teams.
  • Develop and maintain project documentation, governance standards, reporting tools, and lessons learned to support continuous improvement.
  • Contribute to the development and enhancement of project management standards, methodologies, and best practices across the organization.


Competencies

  • Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
  • Strong decision-making capabilities supported by data, business knowledge, and risk awareness.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate ambiguity, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
  • Adaptable and responsive to changing business needs and priorities.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Results-oriented with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and accountability.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
  • Ability to build strong working relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.


Education and Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; Accounting or Finance preferred.
  • Prior experience in project management and leadership positions within a mid-to-large organization or organization of comparable size.
  • Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional projects and initiatives from planning through implementation.
  • Experience in Shared Services, Finance, Operations, or a related business environment preferred. Experience supporting plant operations is a plus.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and project management tools.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to effectively manage project teams, coordinate resources across functions, and lead through influence rather than direct authority.
  • Experience leading process improvement, business transformation, automation, or continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Proven ability to identify, manage, and coordinate business and technology resources necessary to successfully deliver project objectives.
  • Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple functional areas.
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver results with minimal supervision.
  • Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as business needs require.

About Dana Incorporated

Dana Incorporated is a global supplier of drivetrain and e-propulsion systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and off-highway equipment. The company's products include axles, driveshafts, transmissions, and electrodynamic technologies. Dana Incorporated serves customers in the automotive, commercial vehicle, and off-highway markets. The company operates through four segments: Light Vehicle Driveline Technologies, Commercial Vehicle Driveline Technologies, Off-Highway Drive and Motion Technologies, and Power Technologies. Dana Incorporated was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in Maumee, Ohio.
Learn more about Dana Incorporated
Size
38,000 employees
Market Cap
$3.7 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$31 million
5 Year Trend
+3.2%
Revenue
$7.1 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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