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OEM, Principal Program Management

Advantage Technical
$45.00-$53.00
paid time off, paid holidays
United States, California, Fountain Valley
Jul 02, 2025
Position: OEM, Principal Program Management Location: Fountain Valley, CA, United States Travel: Occasional overnight travel (up to 20%) by land and/or air. Required Qualifications Bachelors is required. 5-7 years of project management experience working on complex and highly integrated development projects. Automotive industry experience a plus with background/knowledge of multiple processes (planning, engineering, development, quality, inventory, marketing). Experience building or refining an all-new project management process. Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification a plus. Proficiency in Korean Language is highly preferred. Proficiency in project management software. Description The primary responsibility of the OEM Principal, Program Management is to manage the planning, development, validation and supply chain of Genuine Accessories within a defined timeframe with a focus on managing timeline activities to assure on-time launch of new accessory projects and initiatives. OEM Principal will also facilitate KPI reporting of model-based revenue, profit, fill rates and lifecycle management with support from responsible departments. Keys to success will be effective project management, communications and solid professional inter-personal skills. Key Accountabilities: Manage and track multiple accessory portfolios and projects at the same time in fast paced environment. Manage projects in accordance with company policies, procedures and on time. Work in team environment and individually to ensure successful product lifecycle from planning, development, validation, launch, sell through and sell down. Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques. Develop, maintain, and manage detailed reports to track & monitor progress, follow up with key teams/individuals to achieve assigned deliverables and determine risk for stakeholders. Refine project management process to improve internal monitoring, tracking, and risk avoidance. Interface with multiple departments and teams to identify, communicate, monitor, and report deliverable status to ensure overall projects are completed and delivered on-time Continually update timeline adjustments, activities, risks, open issues and distribute to stakeholders. Chair project review meetings to identify, highlight and escalate issues that require resolution. Work closely with designated account liaisons to coordinate expectations and build consensus to achieve on-time launch objectives. Clearly communicate project status including critical path analysis and potential roadblocks to executive leadership through regular meetings and reports. Escalate issues to appropriate management team when necessary to maintain project schedules to meet objectives. Should be able to handle various project management software well (Monday.com, PMS etc.). Key Performance Indicators: Project gate management and achievement of task deliverables to launch accessory projects on-time to achieve sales and profit objectives. Cultivate and lead program review meetings, highlight issues, drive solutions and communicate clearly to all stakeholders. Develop tracking & progress monitoring reports, publish executive level reports with project roll ups while refining the project management process. Assist in special projects/ADHOC in a timely and professional manner as assigned by management. Understand and improve the entire process of product development and develop standard processes for unclear processes. Skills: Proficiency with PC software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.). Professional attitude with excellent communication (written & verbal). Methodical & analytical approach to problem solving and organization. Flexibility and adaptability to perform in a high-volume, fast paced, and dynamic environment. Interpersonal skills that allow ability to work with people at all levels and develop good working relationships. Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision. Strong analysis, problem solving and decision- making ability. Ability to plan, multitask and manage time effectively. Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques, methods & understanding of change management principles. Working knowledge of the automotive accessory development process. Position requires the ability to analyze, research, and resolve problems and issues on a constant basis. Identify bottlenecks, core issues and raise flags to identify areas of corrective action, overall impact to scheduling and present to executive leadership team as needed. The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for our employees. Based on the details of your position, we provide a variety of benefits to our employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans, pre-tax savings plans, pre-tax parking and commuter plans, supplemental health and welfare plans, a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and paid holidays. Other rewards may include short-term incentives and paid time off. After you have applied, download our Staffmark Group WorkNOW App to receive real-time job offers and apply for additional opportunities. You can download it from the App Store or get it on Google Play. About Advantage Technical With company roots going back over 30 years, Advantage Technical is an engineering and information technology services company and a national leader in the provision of technical resources today. 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