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Program Manager

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Hybrid
Etobicoke, ON
Mid level
Hybrid
Etobicoke, ON
Mid level
Lead cross-functional automotive programs from development through production. Manage schedules, budgets, contract and customer requirements, APQP activities, engineering changes, cost-reduction initiatives, and stakeholder communication. Coordinate Manufacturing, Quality, and Materials, prepare RFQs/proposals, and use supplier portals and digital program management tools to drive on-time delivery.
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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Job Responsibilities:

RESPONSIBILITIES / EFFORTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Effectively identifies potential issues within the program and develops robust and cost mitigating solutions.  Able to clearly communicate to management as required.
  • Always involves a cross functional team to ensure all facets of the program are assessed for feasibility and cost with each change.
  • Leads personnel dedicated to the project.
  • Addresses resource gaps to leadership to ensure success of the program
  • Able to work under pressure and in stressful conditions from time to time.
  • Knows how to lead a team to execute.
  • Takes ownership of program requirements and drives accountability in completion of tasks on time as per timeline.  When timelines are at risk, take necessary action to correct.
  • Establishes, administers and implements program budgets with commercial team
  • Develops and governs program timing schedules and milestones for development, prototype and production (CPMP)
  • Discusses and provides regular updates of project status to management (CPMP)
  • Understands and ensures adherences to customer contract requirements; develops necessary response when customer requirements put program at risk.
  • Lead APQP meetings, driving accountability
  • Oversees programs related to engineering change activity with a focus on adherence to established processes, timely change implementation and cost control
  • Identifies, plans for and implements cost reduction and/ or quality improvement initiatives based on product, productivity and/ or process improvements throughout the project lifetime
  • Knows and understands process documentation and customer specific requirements as they relate to the program
  • Supports and coordinates with Department Leaders in preparation of RFQs and proposals, statement of work and specifications and execution of contract requirements
  • Maintains strong working relationships with, and takes a consultative role in key program executing functions of (a) Manufacturing, (b) Quality Assurance and (c) Materials in support of customer expectations
  • Involved in business development process including new and replacement business.
  • Provides feedback to functional area leader in support of annual performance review
  • Liaise with external and internal customers
  • Follows and complies with all Operational Procedures and Policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, Quality and Environment programs (ie. TS16949, ISO14001)
  • Understands, promotes and lives by Magna’s philosophies and Employee Charter
  • Adheres to Deco Automotive’s core values, integrity, respect, trust, honesty, fairness and loyalty
  • Practical knowledge of using the Stellantis Supplier Portal System
  • Practical knowledge using a digital Program Management tool for task tracking and reporting
  • Performs other duties as required
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.


Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.


Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Cosma International

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