Program Manager

Job title: Program Manager

Company: Valeo


Job description: Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies.We are an automotive supplier, a partner to all automakers worldwide. As a technological company, we design innovative products and systems that contribute to reduction of CO2 emissions and to development of automated driving. In our Research and Development center in Prague we employ seven hundred engineers. They are those who stand behind the latest systems of active safety (ADAS) and autonomous driving. What does it mean? Software, hardware engineers, together with mechanical designers, test and system engineers develop sensors and systems for safe and comfortable driving. Automated parking systems, automated emergency braking, blind spot detection and road sign recognition are just a few examples.We are looking for a Program Manager in the Detect Product Line in our R&D Center in Prague. As a Program Manager you will ensure Program performance objectives (Quality, Cost, Profitability, Delivery, Timing) in the management of complex Program or group of projects : big, strategic, with a huge stake ; You will ensure Program or System coordination to achieve all projects launch(es) in compliance with Valeo and Customer expectations. You will be the main customer interface for the System/Program Project and coach P1 Project Managers.YOUR CHALLENGES?Manage operationally and functionally the Projects he/she is assigned toManage important Projects portfolio (program) eg. high OI sales or complex involving many Customer plants, many Project Teams led by different Project ManagersIs responsible for the achievement of the Project portfolio KPI in terms of profitability (both product/development vs Development Activity Payback and Extended Margin), Quality and Production PreparationSecure Project resources portfolio and arbitrate on resource allocation with the function support.Ensure involvement of P2 Project teams in case of P2 not completed in P1Solve all project issues requiring any type of support of all suitable functions via the Project EscalationCheck and validate Project Managers and Team Members’ activities and proposes timing scenario to achieve milestonesCould conduct concept competitions to obtain customer orders (prefer: on case by case…)Define and manage his/her budget including the budget of Projects part of his/her Program-System ProjectDefine scope of the programPrepare decision making process for relevant committees and challenge his project team readinessPrepare and submit CAA and IAR (Program-System level) and challenge the P1 Project Managers of the Projects part of his/her Program-System Project ; manage Program business extension as wellEnsure all program changes are managed (internal and customer) and coordinated through Program / system projectsEnsure the application of Design to Cost methodologyEscalate at the right level and with relevant speed/anticipation the gaps versus targetsLead AAI and development of all PM’s reporting to Program-System development and all project team members if he has.Coach P1 Project ManagersContribute to Working Groups to improve PM methodologyCan be Assessor of PMAIs functionally responsible of all PTMs, set project objectives, ensure appraisal of Project Team MembersManage communication with Customers on Project development progressKeep customers updated on Project progress.Prepare/validate reports on Project development progress to PSC, PMC and to all Governance stages when requiredManage customer relationship (local and central) and coordinate communication with all P2/P1 projects associatedEnsure perfect management of crisis if anyPromote Valeo Values, Culture and Standards (Product, Methodology, Tools) within the System/Program Project teams and control their applicationRespect Valeo Code of ethicsRespect health, safety and environment charts and requirementsEnsure Project (System-Program or not) development in compliance with CLEAN and other applicable Valeo standardsLET’S TALK ABOUT YOU…Technical university educationPrevious experience as a Project/ R&D /Program Manager in automotive sectorAdvanced level of English to communicate with international teamsKnowledge of automotive productsFlexible and creative way of thinking, prioritizing, ability to find solutions, delegate work and manage different teamsWE OFFER:Work in a stable international company in a multinational teamWork with cutting-edge technologies in AutomotivePossibility to see the whole development process in one place – from an idea (customer requirement) to a product (e.g. automated parking ECU)6 weeks of vacation per yearFlexible working hours and home office possibilityVariable remuneration – monthly and semester bonuses depending on team and company resultContribution to the pension insurance after the probation period, 5% from the gross salaryMeal vouchers and free time vouchers on Flexi Pass cardPossibility of Multisport cardFitness room and external sports ground (football, basketball, volleyball) on siteMobility support for commuting, accommodation and moving services if you live over 20km awayCompany canteen offering a selection of international cuisineEasy access to work by Prague metro line A, car parking for all employeesPersonal development program through technical trainings and language coursesRegular company team building eventsOutdoor relax zone with a barbecue space for team buildingJob: Site/P1 Senior Projects ManagerOrganization: Site ProjectsSchedule: Full timeEmployee Status: RegularJob Type: Main Employment (standard value)Job Posting Date: 2025-02-05Join Us !
Being part of our team, you will join:
– one of the largest global innovative companies, with more than 20,000 engineers working in Research & Development
– a multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration
– more than 100,000 colleagues in 31 countries… which make a lot of opportunity for career growth
– a business highly committed to limiting the environmental impact if its activities and ranked by Corporate Knights as the number one company in the automotive sector in terms of sustainable developmentMore information on Valeo:

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Location: Praha

Job date: Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:26:52 GMT

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