Senior Program Manager

Overview

We are representing a world class, Fortune
500 industrial manufacturing organization that, due to their continued growth, is seeking to hire for a newly created Senior Program Manager role. Reporting to the VP/General Manager, this high-visibility position will lead a large team and have ownership for program and launch execution. This permanent/direct-hire opportunity will be based in the Greater Nashville, TN area.

• Lead overall program and launch execution for new and existing business, from award through SOP and stabilization, ensuring timing, cost, and quality targets are met.
• Manage and develop a large team of Program Managers and Engineers.
• Oversee launch of automated / robotic assembly lines.
• Partner closely with commercial/program teams on quoting, change management, and product lifecycle decisions, balancing technical and business considerations.
• Guide the use of structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methods to close launch and production issues.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with plant leadership, key suppliers, and customer contacts to support successful launches.
• Identify, develop, and mentor high-potential talent within the engineering and program organizations.

• Bachelor’s degree required (engineering preferred).
• 5+ years in automotive engineering, program management, and/or commercial-facing leadership, ideally in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience with new product/line launch, preferably involving metal stamping and/or robotic welding/assembly.
• Proven ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across functions and levels, including plant leadership and customer teams.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Our client offers a comprehensive portfolio of insurance and retirement benefits along with an entrepreneurial and performance-based culture. There are clear opportunities for additional advancement beyond this role. Relocation assistance is available for especially qualified candidates not currently residing in the immediate geographic area. Candidates must be US Citizens or Permanent Residents (Green Card) for consideration.