Program Account Leader

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OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.6 billion economic revenue in 2024, a global network of 150 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 38,900 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.

OPmobility Lighting covers the entire lighting value chain, from components to complete headlamps, from traditional lighting to intelligent and high-performance products. The business group develops interior and exterior solutions that enable greater design freedom, enhanced safety and driver assistance.

Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.

Job Title: Program Account Leader - Monterrey
Type of Contract: Permanent
Expected Hiring Date: As Soon As Possible
Scope: Multi-project / Customer-facing / Cross-functional

Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Governance

• Lead and coordinate global cross-functional teams to achieve or exceed program objectives related to quality, cost, profitability, timing, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage all phases of the program lifecycle, from program award through launch and production.
• Ensure compliance with OPmobility program management methodologies, processes, and internal governance requirements.
• Lead program reviews, milestone meetings, executive gate reviews, and customer updates.
• Drive program execution while ensuring alignment with Business Group and customer expectations.

Customer Management

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with OEM customers, including Purchasing, Program Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality organizations.
• Serve as the primary customer interface and single point of contact for all program-related matters.
• Coordinate and communicate action plans to meet customer requirements and program commitments.
• Manage customer escalations, timing concerns, design changes, and scope modifications.
• Communicate customer impact and risk through formal notifications when customer decisions affect program objectives.

Program Planning & Development

• Define and manage program scope, Statements of Work (SOW), and engineering change requests.
• Support quotation and business acquisition activities, including costing, timing, and feasibility reviews.
• Develop and maintain detailed program timing plans, resource plans, and launch roadmaps.
• Establish communication strategies and reporting structures for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure all deliverables are completed and approved before major milestone reviews.

Program Execution

• Coordinate Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to ensure successful program execution.
• Drive issue resolution and facilitate decision-making across functional teams.
• Manage program timing and ensure all customer and internal milestones are achieved.
• Support and communicate change management activities throughout the program lifecycle.
• Ensure proper utilization and compliance with project management systems and reporting tools.

Financial & Risk Management

• Own program financial performance and ensure achievement of profitability objectives established during project approval.
• Develop and execute profitability roadmaps to achieve business case commitments.
• Lead Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VAVE) and cost reduction initiatives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks through effective risk management plans.
• Monitor and report program KPIs, including quality, cost, timing, and launch readiness.

Monitoring & Performance Management

• Provide regular program status reports to customers and internal leadership.
• Track project performance against established targets and milestones.
• Lead corrective action plans to address deviations in quality, cost, timing, or customer expectations.
• Ensure successful completion of PPAP activities and project tooling financial closure.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote best practices across program teams.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Support and enforce Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and procedures.
• Promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and company standards.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of Program Management experience in the automotive industry.
• Proven experience managing product development and launch programs from award through production.
• Experience working directly with OEM customers.

Technical & Functional Skills

• Strong knowledge of automotive program management methodologies.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, engineering change management, and launch activities.
• Understanding of cost management, profitability tracking, budgeting, and VAVE initiatives.
• Ability to manage project scope, schedules, risks, and resources effectively.
• Experience using project management and ERP systems.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities.
• Customer-focused mindset with a strong sense of accountability.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Results-driven with exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Language Requirements

• English: Conversational to Advanced.
• Spanish: Fluent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing programs with OEMs such as Ford, General Motors, Stellantis, Volkswagen, Nissan, or Tesla.
• Experience working in international and multicultural environments.
• PMP or equivalent Project Management certification is a plus.

As a responsible company, OPmobility pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.