Pacific Bells

Automotive Program Manager

Pacific Bells  •  Wayne, NJ (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead complex, cross-functional programs serving our automotive customers. In this role, you will act as the primary interface between internal teams and key OEM and Tier 1 automotive clients—driving project execution, ensuring delivery excellence, and fostering long-term partnerships.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in program management, automotive industry experience, and the ability to balance technical, commercial, and operational priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Customer Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned automotive customers, ensuring satisfaction through proactive communication and high-quality delivery.
  • Program Leadership: Plan, execute, and deliver programs from concept through launch—meeting quality, cost, and timing objectives.
  • Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, quality, and sales teams to ensure alignment and successful execution.
  • Project Planning & Tracking: Develop and manage detailed program timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation plans.
  • Change Management: Manage engineering change requests (ECRs) and ensure scope changes are effectively controlled and communicated.
  • Performance Reporting: Track KPIs, report progress to leadership and customers, and drive issue resolution to closure.
  • Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline program processes and enhance customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
  • 5+ years of program or project management experience, preferably in the automotive industry.
  • Proven track record managing complex, multi-disciplinary programs.
  • Strong understanding of automotive product development cycles (APQP, PPAP, etc.).
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and customer relationship skills.
  • Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Monday.com or equivalent).

Competencies

  • Customer-focused mindset with strong sense of accountability.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
  • Data-driven problem solver with strategic thinking skills.

Qualifications
Preferences

� PMP Certification

� Lean Certification

� Green Belt Six Sigma

� Black Belt Six Sigma

Pacific Bells

About Pacific Bells

Welcome to our Restaurant Family. We're Pacific Bells, a Franchisee of Taco Bell. We operate over 260 Restaurants in 9 States and have a lot more growth in the works.

Pacific Bells, LLC was founded by Dennis and Anna in January 1986. After establishing their first store in Tualatin, Oregon, which is still open to this day, Tom Cook partnered with the founders with a goal to open multiple Taco Bell restaurants in the Pacific Northwest. From becoming a small store in Oregon, Pacific Bells, LLC is now a successful franchisee of the Taco Bell Corporation.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Vancouver, WA
Year Founded
Unknown
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