Sr Program Manager

THE POSITION

We are seeking a Sr. Program Manager to lead and oversee our organization's strategic programs and initiatives for the Ford Architecture and Networking Customer Center in North America.  The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership, communication, and program management skills, along with a proven track record of driving successful program implementation.  The Sr. Program Manager will play a crucial role in shaping our organization's strategic direction, ensuring the efficient execution of programs, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to achieve our goals.  This includes regulatory compliance, overall project timing, development cost, reimbursement, quality hurdles, ASPICE and customer satisfaction

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

• Immediate Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition & Employee Discounts
• Annual Bonus
• Employer 401(k) Match
• And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Required: Bachelor's degree in engineering
• 7+ years of experience in engineering development. 
• Must have managed large projects in the past or a design or test department.
• 10+ years of experience managing direct reports.
• Ability to prioritize and manage pressure;
• 10+ years of professional experience in the automotive industry
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to motivate and develop others to deliver results
• Experience in working in international and intercultural teams
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.

Continental will offer visa support for internal candidates.

Continental will not be providing relocation for this role.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

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THE COMPANY

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.

The Automotive group sector comprises technologies for passive safety, brake, chassis, motion and motion control systems. Innovative solutions for assisted and automated driving, display and operating technologies, as well as audio and camera solutions for the vehicle interior, are also part of the portfolio, as is intelligent information and communication technology for the mobility services of fleet operators and commercial vehicle manufacturers. Comprehensive activities relating to connectivity technologies, vehicle electronics and high-performance computers round off the range of products and services.

Our Auburn Hills, MI location is seeking Sr. Program Manager to join our team.

Are you ready to shape the future with us?