Global Program Manager

Global Program Manager

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.

The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent vision systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Global Program Manager is responsible for the leadership and support for the Program Management teams within the global divisions, which provides Program Management services and oversight to selected programs focused on delivering successful business outcomes. This individual guided by generally defined goals and objectives that have tangible, measurable outcomes and works under the broad supervision of the Director, Global Product Management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

GENERAL

• Delivers successful business outcomes ensuring all Programs are delivered on time, and within the scope and budget
• Manage, monitor and analyze key tasks, activities and cost through the multiple phases of the program
• Involvement in global, and sometimes regional, customer negotiations
• Prioritize issues and make decisions within the guidelines of the defined business processes
• Keeps the Executive Management Teams and the Program Management community informed on status, issues and risks associated with the selected Programs
• Supports the ongoing development of Program Management discipline and professionalism as viewed internally and externally
• Serves as the authority on Program Management methods and practices and ensures their integration with other corporate governing processes (such as Team Center EC and PEP)
• Provide updates on all program responsible Global Programs (either directly or through divisional Program Managers)
• Ensure program initiation through to implementation for all responsible Global Programs ensuring that business outcomes and values are met
• Oversee the management of Program budgets, schedules, scope and issues including financial management and risk management
• Overview and lead Launch readiness reviews when required to assist facilities that require additional support
• Monitor and report on global specific programs, providing status and performance against specified metrics to the Leadership Team
• Ensure metrics are in place to measure GPM Program effectiveness (NOC Closure, Engineering Budget Adherence, Global Program Tooling Allocation, etc.)
• Create, update and manage TCAS processes for global change management
• Upholds the principles of the Magna Employee's Charter, Magna's Operational Principles, Magna's Environmental Health and Safety Policy & Procedures, Magna Closures, Mirrors, and Lighting Quality Policy, Program Execution Process and Business Protocols. Must understand and respect the laws and cultures in countries which Magna conducts business & Magna compliances.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

• Provide functional or technical guidance and/or informal training or instruction to co-workers.
• Occasionally coordinates the work of others including the assignment of tasks to employees, co-workers and/or volunteers.
• Directs the work to be completed but is not responsible for the supervision of workers.
• Provides input into hiring, terminating and performance evaluation decisions.

FINANCIAL & LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY

• Involvement in financial matters is on a level of providing data only and/or making recommendation. May purchase small items with consent.

HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY

• Ensure all safety and non-safety rules and regulations are followed
• Ensure adherence to established quality and housekeeping standards
• Review and adhere to MCML's health and safety, environmental, and quality standards, operating procedures, and policies
• Respond immediately to items brought to his/her attention with respect to hazards, defects or non-compliance issues
• Understand and uphold the policies that prohibit workplace violence and harassment
• In addition to the above, the duties include those specified under the Occupational Health & Safety Act

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• A Post Secondary Degree or Diploma in a related field

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Experience with Mechatronics products, product development and program launches
• Experience in Program Management
• Strong analytical skills and computer skills (MS Office Suite)
• Effective communication and coordination with co-workers, direct reports, counterparts and Sr. Executive Leaders internal and externally of our organization
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, emphasizing interpersonal, group presentation skills
• Timely and Effective Responsiveness to Requests
• Thrive on challenges and decision-making
• Self-starter and a team player who will thrive in an entrepreneurial environment
• Must have a past record of accomplishment with Flawless Launch activity as well as a proven record of accomplishment to have met cost and timing timelines, quality excellence and exceed financial targets/budgets

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The majority of the job is performed in a standard office environment with minimal risk or harmful elements
• Utilizing computer and/or telephone excessively
• Job requires dealing with confidential and sensitive information and situations
• Job requires handling of stressful situations on occasion.
• Valid Driver's License required
• Must have or be able to attain/maintain a current Passport
• Travel (both foreign and domestic)

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:

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting