Program Manager

Your Job

At Molex, we are looking for a Program Manager to lead the planning, execution, and follow-up of automotive programs within our Connected Mobility Solutions business unit, focused on USB and charger solutions.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead high-impact programs for global automotive customers, develop a team of Project Managers, and coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve timing, quality, cost, and profitability objectives. You will also play a key role in managing risks related to materials, demand planning, and program transfers between manufacturing sites.

Our Team

You will be part of the Connected Mobility Solutions Program Management team in Guadalajara. The team manages automotive programs from planning and launch through production, working closely with OEM customers, engineering, manufacturing, quality, materials, planning, purchasing, and sourcing.

This role will have direct responsibility for two Project Managers and one intern, while also collaborating with international teams and leaders.

What You Will Do

• Lead, develop, and coordinate the Project Management team, promoting clear communication, individual accountability, and effective collaboration.
• Lead the planning, execution, and tracking of automotive programs, ensuring achievement of approved timing, quality, cost, and profitability targets.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and maintain effective communication with OEM customers, suppliers, business leaders, and other key stakeholders.
• Monitor the Product Development Process (PDP) and key program performance indicators.
• Manage resources, budgets, priorities, and dependencies to support the successful execution of each program.
• Identify program risks, develop mitigation plans, and escalate issues that could impact deliveries or customer commitments in a timely manner.
• Coordinate actions related to material shortages and global component allocation, working closely with materials, planning, purchasing, and sourcing teams.
• Understand and constructively challenge production and demand plans to anticipate constraints and support effective decision-making.
• Lead program transfers between manufacturing sites, ensuring operational continuity, effective communication, and achievement of established objectives.
• Manage critical situations by prioritizing actions, establishing ownership, and following up on recovery plans.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen program profitability and performance after launch.

Who You Are | Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, manufacturing, or another discipline relevant to the role.
• Experience managing programs or projects within the automotive industry while working for a Tier 1 supplier.
• Experience leading automotive launches and managing multiple technical projects simultaneously.
• Experience working directly with OEM customers and managing commitments related to quality, cost, and delivery timing.
• Experience leading or supervising teams.
• Experience with program or product transfers between manufacturing sites.
• Knowledge of production or demand planning, materials management, and purchasing or sourcing processes.
• Ability to analyze risks, manage critical situations, negotiate priorities, and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Professional proficiency in both English and Spanish, written and verbal.
• Willingness to work onsite in Guadalajara and travel occasionally to the United States.
• Valid U.S. visa and required documentation to travel to the United States.

What Will Put You Ahead

• PMP or PgMP certification.
• Master's degree or MBA in Program Management, Business, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience working with automotive OEM customers such as Toyota, Ford, General Motors, Nissan, Honda, or Volkswagen/Audi.
• Experience using structured problem-solving tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, Is/Is Not, or Ishikawa diagrams.
• Strong knowledge of risk identification and risk management methodologies.
• Experience managing material shortages, global component allocation, and delivery recovery plans.
• Experience implementing profitability improvements after program launch.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a globally recognized provider of electronic solutions, enabling innovation in industries ranging from automotive to healthcare. We design and manufacture critical connectivity solutions that improve lives.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

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