Long Description

1. Leadership and Strategic Alignment:

• Lead the Product Planning Office vertical within the PP function to ensure all deliverables are met in alignment with company processes such as the MPDS.
• Act as the custodian of capacity planning, ensuring readiness for upcoming projects across personal and commercial vehicle segments.
• Support the PP Head of Department (HOD) to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the PP function.

2. Capacity Planning and Manufacturing Synergy:

• Develop and manage detailed capacity plans for upcoming projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and CME teams to assess and optimize plant capacities, utilities, and readiness for new product launches.

3. Cross-Functional Coordination:

• Serve as the Synergy Manager to align diverse functions, including PD, CDMM, Manufacturing, Marketing, and the President’s Office.
• Facilitate alignment on product roadmaps during critical business planning phases such as SWR, OWR, MBR, Resource Week Planning, and Revenue Budget Exercises.
• Work closely with Program Managers across PD, PTD (Powertrain Development) to synchronize delivery expectations related to product scope and timelines.

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

4. Launch Planning and Execution:

• Coordinate with CDMM, Manufacturing, and Marketing teams (including Domestic and International Operations) to finalize launch-related planning activities.
• Ensure the smooth execution of launch plans, minimizing risks and delays.

5. Portfolio and Concept Planning:

• Lead and support responsibilities related to portfolio planning, product concept planning, and project planning to align with organizational growth strategies.
• Conduct feasibility analyses for potential product concepts and ensure alignment with market demands and organizational goals.

6. Executive Reporting and Planning:

• Collaborate with the ED Office to organize and plan for the ED APS reviews.
• Provide detailed reports, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership to support informed decision-making.

7. Process Improvement and Support:

• Identify and implement process improvements within the Product Planning function to enhance operational efficiency.
• Provide strategic support to the PP HOD in driving initiatives that optimize the function's performance.

Experience

A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in project management, product planning, or related roles in the automotive industry, preferably with an OEM.

Industry Preferred

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA preferred.

General Requirements