Supplier Quality Program Manager:
The e & ICE Powertrain Program Manager (PM) is responsible for future and carryover e & ICE Powertrain related programs from a Supplier Quality (SQ) perspective. They will focus on e & ICE Powertrain programs.
The e & ICE Powertrain PM is responsible for ensuring key quality milestones/goals are met for all supplier components involved in the assigned programs. This individual will also work cross functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Purchasing and Plant SQ, through the full life cycle of components from early development, sourcing, launch phase and into production.
A Program Manager needs to be able to develop, present, and explain program status updates to senior leadership.
The following responsibilities apply to a Program Manager:
- Track and provide status updates on Supplier Quality activities for designated programs
- Analyze and track Key Activity Indicators (KAIs), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Propulsion System KPIs (PSKs), and other related key supplier operational metrics for Stellantis and make recommendations and/or escalate issues as appropriate.
- The Program Managers will facilitate Supplier Quality Engineers (SQE) follow-up and closure of issues identified at a Powertrain facility during the launch phase.
- Manage program reporting requirements for program reviews
- Work with internal stakeholders in the early stages of the concept phase to gain understanding of supplier risk issues on future program development with a concept phase proactive focus
- Provide objective recommendations to the supplier pre-selection and sourcing decisions.
- Facilitate safe launch strategies and problem resolution reviews
- Support the achievement of development and execution phase deliverables to assure flawless launch results and supplier readiness.
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited university
- Minimum of 5 years' work experience in quality, engineering, production, manufacturing, or related field
- Strong presentation skills
- Self-motivated / organized / accountable and with a strong sense of urgency / able to prioritize with minimal supervision
- Experience in Supplier Quality, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Engineering or Manufacturing
- Strong communication, analytical and negotiating skills at all levels of management
- Team building, coaching and program management skills
- Ability to travel within the North America region 21-40%
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite
- 2 years Program Management experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- MBA or Engineering Master's degree
- 3 years SQE experience
- Strong conflict resolution skills
- Experience within powertrain areas, plastics, casting, forging, machining and assembly
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
- At least 5 years of experience in quality, engineering, production, manufacturing, or a related field
- Strong presentation skills
- Self-motivated, organized, accountable, able to prioritize, and able to work with minimal supervision
- Experience in Supplier Quality, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Manufacturing
- Strong communication, analytical, and negotiating skills at all management levels
- Team building, coaching, and program management skills
- Ability to travel within North America 21% to 40% of the time
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- At least 2 years of program management experience
- MBA or Master's degree in Engineering
- At least 3 years of Supplier Quality Engineer experience
- Strong conflict resolution skills
- Experience with powertrain areas, plastics, casting, forging, machining, and assembly
Stellantis Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Pay Growth & Progression — Contract-driven increases lifted hourly wages roughly 25% over 4.5 years and restored cost-of-living adjustments, pushing top rates near $42 per hour by the end of the agreement. Union hourly positions appear to have benefited most since the 2023 deal.
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Affordable Benefits — UAW-represented hourly workers pay no premiums and about 3% of total healthcare costs while receiving comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and wellness coverage. This creates materially lower out-of-pocket costs for represented hourly roles.
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Retirement Support — Post-2007 hourly hires receive a 10% employer 401(k) contribution and legacy workers saw defined-benefit improvements with retiree bonuses. Salaried roles also cite a 401(k) with employer match and contribution up to a maximum of 8%.
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