Program Manager for Automotive & Indirect

Company Description

We are Sygic and we have been changing the way people travel since 2004.
We are known for the Sygic GPS Navigation mobile application, the first navigation app on the App Store and the second on Google Play, but today we are much more! After all these years, we extended, but the focus and start-up mentality remain.
Our users are considered part of our development family. We listen to their suggestions and try to ensure that our product still brings them added value. 

As part of the Eurowag Group, which comprises a dynamic portfolio of innovative companies, including us – Sygic but also fireTMS, Inelo, WebEye, Princip, KomTeS, and CVS, we collectively play pivotal roles in creating sustainable financial and technological solutions. Together we work to simplify the life of fleet companies worldwide. 

At Eurowag Group, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage women, men, and individuals of all backgrounds to apply and join our team.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to join our Automotive & Indirect team. As a key member, you will manage complex business development, delivery, and R&D programs for both automotive and indirect partners. Additionally, you will play a critical role in tracking and overseeing delivery across Eurowag’s entire product ecosystem, ensuring seamless coordination from ideation with stakeholders to continuous development post-release. This involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to monitor progress, drive alignment, and maintain high standards of delivery across all product phases.

Key Responsibilities

· Coordinate all Automotive & Indirect projects, overseeing the full lifecycle from initial concept to release and continuous development thereafter.

· Develop and manage comprehensive program plans, ensuring all product phases (from ideation, design, development, to post-release iterations) are executed efficiently across teams.

· Act as the central point for tracking product development phases, ensuring smooth transitions between ideation, stakeholder input, development sprints, and post-launch improvements.

· Track and report on delivery progress across Eurowag’s entire product ecosystem, ensuring alignment with timelines, quality standards, and business objectives.

· Manage risks and mitigation procedures, ensuring product releases meet quality, time, and budget constraints.

· Provide visibility of the program's status across business units and with customers and partners, keeping all stakeholders informed.

· Support business development teams by participating in customer and partner interactions, helping define technical and product requirements.

· Assist with tenders, procurement, bids, and contracting, including SLA definition, while ensuring product and technical perspectives are integrated.

· Drive continuous improvement initiatives post-release, ensuring ongoing development and optimization of released products based on customer feedback and market needs.

Qualifications

· Proven experience as a Program Manager, Project Manager, or in a similar role, with the ability to track and manage complex product delivery across multiple stages.

· Expertise in managing full product development lifecycles, from ideation with stakeholders to continuous development and post-launch optimization.

· Strong leadership and project management skills, with a demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, set clear goals, and meet deadlines.

· Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.

· Proficiency in project and delivery management tools and experience tracking product development phases in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

· Problem-solving mindset with the ability to balance competing priorities while maintaining focus on delivery outcomes.

· Experience with Agile methodologies and knowledge of automotive industry standards (beneficial, but not mandatory).

· Fluent English (spoken and written).

Additional Information

Salary: Min 3800 EUR / gross monthly + additional remuneration. Final Salary depends on level of seniority.

At Sygic, we value our employees' well-being and professional growth.

WE TAKE GOOD CARE OF PEOPLE, AND OUR BENEFITS ARE PERFECT PROOF OF THAT:

• Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible working hours with an occasional home office option
  • 5 days of holiday in excess of the law
  • 3 health days per year
  • Extra contribution and days off in case of significant life events
• Benefits Package
  • Choose your benefits up to 1000 EUR. Flexible benefits scheme from Benefit Plus program, where you choose your preferred products/services such as meal voucher card, pension contribution, books, technology, sport, culture, travel, extra health services and pharmacy products, holiday, children camps, and much more.
  • You can enjoy sports and wellness with us thanks to a multi-sport card.
• Rewards & Development
  • Referral Rewards through our 'Go Far' scheme
  • Access to Coursera.org website, which offers 5.000 courses to develop your skills
  • A bonus scheme based on your performance
• Supportive Environment
  • Paid leave for volunteering towards a good cause or charity of your choice
  • Access to products our customers love
  • We support your mental health. If there is anything you want to discuss with a mental health professional, we offer free, anonymous psychological counseling with experts.
• Modern Workplace
  • We are seated in one of the most beautiful offices in Slovakia. More than 95% of our employees are proud to bring visitors and show them around.
  • When you come to the office, a good chair and a height-adjustable table will await you to make your workday more comfortable.
  • Beautiful terrace with a grill that you'll love chilling on.
  • Free coffee, tea, and breakfast cereals go without saying. Our fully equipped kitchen is also at your disposal.
  • We are all on a first-name basis, we don't do dress codes, and you can usually meet 4-legged friends here as our office is pet friendly.
• Community & Well-Being
  • Philanthropy project 
  • Enjoy company events: hackathons, all-hands meetings, joint breakfasts, Christmas parties, summer teambuilding, and others.
• Diversity & Inclusion

Eurowag Group is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees, regardless of gender or cultural background, are valued and supported. Our inclusive recruitment practices ensure a level playing field, eliminating bias and opening doors for everyone.