Program Management Analyst

Drive Programs Forward - Program Management Analyst

Step into a high-visibility role supporting complex automotive product programs inside a globally recognized engineering and manufacturing environment. We are seeking one experienced Program Management Analyst to coordinate project execution, align cross-functional teams, and ensure program milestones are achieved efficiently. In this hybrid position, you will support program managers, guide supplier activities, and keep large-scale model year plans on track within a fast-moving matrix organization.

Hours & Pay

Hybrid schedule - 4 days onsite at the Dearborn PDC

$36.36 per hour

About the Role

You will serve as a central connection point between engineering, purchasing, supplier teams, and leadership, ensuring project timelines, tooling readiness, and production deliverables remain aligned. This role requires independent decision-making, proactive communication, and strong familiarity with APQP and automotive program processes.

Daily Responsibilities

• Interface between STA, Product Development, Purchasing, and the supply base for production tool kickoff
• Conduct meetings with suppliers and coordinate program expectations
• Populate and maintain program tracking documentation
• Lead APQP activities and ensure milestone compliance
• Provide weekly status updates to leadership including:
  
  
  
  • Program milestones
  • Tool orders
  • Ok-to-Design / Cast / Cut approvals
  • Part pedigree and delivery status (DCV and PCF/TCB)
  
  
  
  
• Identify non-conforming events and implement recovery or corrective action plans
• Develop documented processes supporting supplier production tooling programs
• Direct cross-functional teams to maintain timing alignment
• Support program managers and analysts to ensure effective project delivery
• Resolve issues and escalate appropriately when required

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required
• 5+ years of Program Management Analyst experience
• 3+ years supporting automotive OEM programs
• Strong knowledge of APQP processes and program launch readiness
• Experience managing project management software deployments
• Ability to lead organizational alignment and guide supplier staff
• Comfortable working with upper-level leadership
• Capable of managing multiple projects and model year integration simultaneously
• Works effectively with minimal supervision in a matrix organization

Preferred Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint)
• PPAP processes knowledge

Benefits

This opportunity offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional growth and personal well-being. Employees receive medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings options with 401(k), health savings accounts, commuter and parking support, employee assistance programs, pet insurance, and additional employee discount programs. The organization is committed to providing stability, strong resources, and meaningful project experience within a collaborative engineering environment.

Take the Next Step

If you're ready to guide complex programs, align stakeholders, and keep major product initiatives on schedule, we want to hear from you. Click Apply Now to be considered for this Program Management Analyst opportunity.

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