Standard Container Program Manager

The program manager is responsible for: 

• Managing and supporting Tier 1 project management services who work as liaisons between the suppliers and Stellantis on packaging design, development and delivery of standard containers to the supply base
• Maintaining packaging launch KPIs
• Validating 198/092 requests for reimbursement of expendable packaging
• Interacting and engaging with cross-functional teams (Product, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Logistics, Finance, Supply Base, Safety, Quality, etc.) to ensure packaging meets the requirements of each functional group 
• Ensuring that the highest densities possible are reached while maintaining part quality in transit 
• Creating new and improved standards and best practices 
• Participating in global teams dedicated to the design and density process 
• Participate in continuous improvement activities related to packaging improvement

KPIs:

• Baseline packaging plans established on time
• Supplier packaging plans approved by plant launch team on time
• Pilot containers delivered on time
• Production containers delivered on time
• Packaging is validated on time for the key milestones
• Annual packaging improvement savings

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business or engineering or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain 
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex issues as well as manage through all aspects of the daily business, including escalation and communication as required 
• Ability to implement, sustain, and improve new or existing specialized packaging build processes
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in business or engineering or related field