Standard Container Program Manager - Auburn Hills, MI

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The Standard Container Program Manager is responsible for all standard packaging for new model launches and mid-cycle actions. This position is also responsible for overseeing container fill and standard container improvements for their respective plants.

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 five 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

Full-time

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.