General Motors

Staff Program Manager - Manufacturing & Technology Integration

General Motors$100K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in program management within a complex, high-volume environment
  • Experience in manufacturing execution across development and steady-state operations
  • Knowledge of manufacturing systems and software-enabled solutions in production environments
  • Strong expertise in PMO frameworks and structured program execution
  • Proven ability to lead large, cross-functional programs
  • Experience in identifying and mitigating program risks
  • Proficiency in program and portfolio management tools like Jira and MS Project

Responsibilities

  • Establish and scale PMO governance for consistent execution across programs
  • Lead cross-functional alignment for readiness in electrical system integration
  • Standardize execution and reporting with dashboards and KPIs
  • Develop talent to strengthen team capability and PMO effectiveness
  • Provide insights on program health and strategic risks to senior leadership
  • Drive execution of new initiatives and ongoing operational improvements
  • Identify and mitigate risks affecting quality and manufacturing performance
  • Influence operational consistency across global manufacturing sites

Benefits

  • Onsite work arrangement at the General Motors Technical Center in Warren, MI
  • ~25% domestic and international travel required
  • Opportunities for talent development and team leadership
  • Engagement in high-impact, cross-domain initiatives
  • Involvement in evolving manufacturing and engineering processes
Full Job Description
Job Description

Global Manufacturing Electrical & SDV is seeking a strategic program leader to drive cross-functional execution across manufacturing, product, and software initiatives. This role operates at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and technology-ensuring solutions are developed, implemented, and sustained effectively across global manufacturing environments.

You'll lead alignment, establish scalable program management processes, and support a wide range of initiatives-from early development through launch and into steady-state operations-playing a critical role in improving quality, execution, and overall manufacturing performance.

This role is ideal for experienced program leaders with a background in manufacturing, engineering, or technology who enjoy owning cross-functional execution across a wide range of initiatives-from early development through deployment and into steady-state operations.

WHY:

Enable consistent, high-quality execution across manufacturing by driving alignment, improving processes, and reducing risk across product, software, and operational initiatives-from early development through steady-state production.

WHAT:

Lead program management and cross-functional execution across manufacturing, product, and software initiatives-establishing governance, driving alignment, and ensuring successful implementation of solutions across global manufacturing operations.

HOW:

Operate as an enterprise-level program leader-aligning manufacturing, engineering, software, and plant teams to standardized processes, driving disciplined execution through PMO governance, and proactively identifying and mitigating risks to deliver successful launches across a global manufacturing footprint.

Work Arrangement - Onsite at the General Motors Technical Center in Warren, MI. This role requires ~25% domestic and international travel

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
  • Establish and scale PMO governance to drive consistent execution, visibility, and accountability across electrical launch programs (GVDP alignment)
  • Lead cross-functional program alignment across manufacturing engineering, operations, software, and vehicle teams to ensure readiness for electrical system integration and validation
  • Standardize program execution and reporting, including dashboards, KPIs, and escalation frameworks for leadership visibility
  • Lead and develop talent, strengthening team capability and PMO effectiveness
  • Partner with senior leadership, providing clear insights on program health, trade-offs, and strategic risks
  • Drive execution across a portfolio of initiatives, including new development, deployment, and ongoing operational improvements
  • Identify and mitigate risks impacting quality, timing, and manufacturing performance across plants
  • Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and software teams to ensure solutions are scalable, executable, and sustainable in production environments
  • Influence plant execution and operational consistency across global manufacturing sites


Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications)
  • 5+ years of experience in program management, manufacturing operations, or launch execution within a complex, high-volume environment
  • Experience supporting manufacturing execution across development, deployment, or production environments, including launch and/or steady-state operations
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing systems, product development, or software-enabled solutions in production environments
  • Strong expertise in PMO frameworks, governance, and structured program execution within global organizations
  • Proven ability to lead large, cross-functional programs across manufacturing, engineering, and operations
  • Experience identifying and mitigating program risks related to quality, timing, and plant readiness
  • Proficiency with program and portfolio management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, launch tracking tools)
  • Proven ability to influence without authority and drive alignment across functions and leadership levels


What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Experience building or transforming PMO organizations or governance models
  • Experience operating in global manufacturing environments, supporting multiple plants and stakeholders
  • Familiarity with SDV programs or software-enabled vehicle systems
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor team members and contribute to organizational capability building
  • Strong executive communication skills with the ability to translate complex program updates into clear, concise messaging
  • Track record of operating effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced environments with competing priorities
This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.The selected candidate will be required to travel

About General Motors

General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
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