Development Project Manager

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Wixom, MI, USA
In-Office
90K-110K Annually
Senior level
Automotive • Manufacturing
The Role
Leads automotive development projects from planning through mass production, serving as the liaison between factories and customers. Responsibilities include project planning, gate management, resource mobilization, cost and risk management, customer relationship development, cross-functional coordination, operational planning, issue prevention, knowledge transfer, and support for new business contracts. The role requires automotive manufacturing, quality systems, capacity planning, and project leadership expertise.
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Our team is expanding and looking to add a Development Project Manager. We are seeking a dynamic and driven candidate interested in joining a rapidly growing global automotive company. 

The Development Project Manager will act as the primary liaison between the factory and its key clients. Additional responsibilities include: 

  • Lead and support the project team, effectively mobilize resources through project planning and Gate management, and efficiently manage cost risks to enable the factory to achieve successful mass production and delivery.
  • Establish and maintain good relationships with customers, and delve into exchanges and cooperation regarding future technologies and business development.
  • Effectively identify project risks, foster team collaboration to achieve flawless mass production, and reduce cost investments in factory operations during the initial mass production phase.
  • Implement the annual operational targets and guiding policies of the project center, formulate team action plans and future development plans, prevent the recurrence of project issues, and ensure knowledge transfer between different levels.
  • Assist GADC in securing new project contracts and achieving sustainable business growth.

To be a qualified candidate, you must have the following: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Automotive, Materials, or related field). An MBA, PMP, or Master's in Project Management is a strong plus.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in the automotive industry; for management positions, at least 3 years of experience as a business department manager or department head in the automotive components sector
  • Proficient in the product development process for a specific customer segment;
  • Master automotive industry-specific terminology;
  • Familiar with the automotive industry quality system (TS16949);
  • Acquainted with the manufacturing processes of automotive trim strips, decorative parts, and metal structural components;
  • Knowledgeable about human resource management and financial management principles;
  • Well-informed about industry trends and technological development directions.


Key to being successful in this role: 

  • Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, IATF 16949, capacity planning, and automotive quality tools.
  • Strong project leadership, cross-functional coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, or similar project-management tools; PMP certification is preferred.

Why work for Minth? Here are the advantages of working at Minth. 

  • International development platform
  • Dynamic and efficient team
  • All-round personal improvement
  • Personalized humanistic care
  • Diversified working atmosphere
  • Modern office setting
  • Competitive compensation package

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Automotive, Materials, or a related field
  • At least 5 years of experience in the automotive industry
  • For management positions, at least 3 years of experience as an automotive business department manager or department head
  • Proficiency in product development processes for a specific customer segment
  • Knowledge of automotive industry terminology
  • Familiarity with TS16949 and IATF 16949 automotive quality systems
  • Knowledge of automotive trim strip, decorative part, and metal structural component manufacturing processes
  • Knowledge of human resource management and financial management principles
  • Awareness of automotive industry trends and technology development
  • Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, capacity planning, and automotive quality tools
  • Strong project leadership, cross-functional coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, or similar project-management tools
  • MBA, PMP certification, or Master’s degree in Project Management
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The Company
Wixom, Michigan
2,799 Employees
Year Founded: 1992

What We Do

Minth Group stands as a global leader in the manufacturing of exterior and structural automotive parts. With a workforce of 27,367 employees distributed across four business units and 78 global plants and offices, our operations span four continents and 15 countries. We take immense pride in serving a diverse clientele, encompassing over 80 automobile brands from all over the world. Leveraging one of the world’s most comprehensive and diverse customer platforms, Minth has made significant investments in the electrification of the automotive industry, positioning itself as the world's largest supplier of battery enclosures and body structure components. At Minth Group, our commitment extends beyond business success to the creation of a sustainable society and future for all. We champion green innovations and increasingly adopt green energy in our operations. Concurrently, we are dedicated to providing high-performance, superior-quality automotive parts that adhere to the highest global standards, continually driving innovation within the automotive industry.

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