Program/Project Manager

Alps Alpine, a leading manufacturer of electronic components and automotive infotainment systems, has brought the world numerous "First 1" and "Number 1" products since its founding in 1948. The Alps Alpine Group currently operates 110 bases in 26 countries and regions, supplying roughly 40,000 different products and solutions to around 2,000 companies worldwide. Those offerings include devices such as switches, sensors, data communication modules, touch input panels, actuators, and power inductors; electronic shifters, remote keyless entry systems, and other automotive units; consumer electronics like car navigation and audio-visual systems; and systems and services such as digital keys based on smartphone app and blockchain technology, and remote monitoring

Job Description

• Gathers distributes and communicates new model project requirements to internal and external members.
• Develops, negotiates, tracks, and communicates development and tooling schedules.
• Manage and support the supply of pre-production orders from the customer through forecasting, ordering, and dispositioning samples.
• Supporting the manufacturing facilities through pre-production builds and related customer visits.
• Receiving, reviewing, and distributing customer drawings.
• Coordinating design change activity with customers, manufacturing, and HQ through development and mass production.
• Submitting cost compensation claims to customers.
• Coordinating the registration of service and mass production part numbers.
• Coordinating the design, development, testing, and procurement of new model packaging.
• Submitting and obtaining development, mass production, and service part quotation approvals.
• Maintaining accurate service parts lists and forecasts.
• Supporting annual sales budget activity.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year University or College, or equivalent combination of experience, training, and education. Technical Degree preferred.
• Must have strong multitasking, project management, organization, and both written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong work ethic with good time management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Self-motivated team player who demonstrates initiative and flexibility.
• Prior automotive co-op or internship experience preferred.
• Must have the flexibility to travel (1 to 2 weeks per year on average).
• Must have the flexibility to support meetings beyond standard working hours.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license.