Head of Program Management, Automotive

About the role

Aptiv is looking for a Head of Program Management in Tangier. The role leads program execution, ensures successful product launches and project objectives, and builds strong collaboration across customers, suppliers and internal teams. It also leads and develops the local Program Management team.

Key responsibilities

• Lead program execution and ensure flawless product launches according to agreed timing, quality, production and financial targets.
• Allocate program resources and assign Program Managers according to business needs.
• Drive resolution of critical cross-functional issues and escalate major risks when required.
• Manage relationships with customers and suppliers, keeping them informed on schedules, deliverables and action items.
• Monitor, control and report on program execution, performance and key metrics.
• Ensure consistent application of Program Management processes aligned with global corporate standards.
• Lead program and gate reviews for assigned projects.
• Guide, manage and develop the Tanger Program Management team, supporting individual performance objectives and competency development.
• Lead cross-regional coordination for international programs, collaborating between customer, design and manufacturing regions.

Required profile

• Engineering, technical or equivalent educational background.
• More than 10 years of experience in the automotive industry.
• Proven management and leadership skills.
• Fluent English.

Required skills

• Strong experience in Project and Program Management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.