Senior Program Manager (PMP)

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Job Title : Senior Program Manager (PMP) Industry : Electric Vehicle (EV) / Automobile Job Summary We are seeking a Senior Program Manager (PMP) to lead complex EV programs using a hybrid delivery approach combining Waterfall and Agile methodologies . This role requires deep expertise in managing hardware-led automotive programs while effectively integrating Agile software development streams t ... o deliver high-quality EV products on time and within budget. Key Responsibilities Program & Delivery Management (Waterfall + Agile) • Plan, execute, and deliver end-to-end EV programs using Waterfall for hardware, manufacturing, and regulatory milestones, and Agile for software, digital, and embedded systems development. • Define program scope, WBS, schedules, milestones, budgets, and dependencies using PMP best practices. • Manage stage-gate reviews, design freezes, SOP readiness, and production milestones. Agile Program Leadership • Enable and govern Agile execution across software, infotainment, BMS, and connected vehicle teams. • Coordinate sprint planning, PI planning, release management, and backlog prioritization with Product Owners and Scrum Masters. • Ensure alignment between Agile delivery increments and Waterfall hardware milestones. Cross-Functional Leadership • Lead cross-functional teams across Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Battery, Powertrain, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality. • Drive collaboration between engineering, operations, vendors, and leadership. • Resolve conflicts and remove impediments impacting program delivery. Risk, Cost & Quality Management • Identify and mitigate risks across technology, supply chain, software, regulatory, and manufacturing domains. • Own program budgets, forecasts, and cost controls. • Ensure compliance with APQP, PPAP, ASPICE, ISO 26262, and homologation standards. Stakeholder & Vendor Management • Serve as the primary interface with OEM partners, Tier-1 suppliers, and contract manufacturers. • Provide executive dashboards, status reports, and decision-making recommendations. • Manage vendor timelines, deliverables, and contractual commitments. Governance & Continuous Improvement • Implement PMO governance, metrics, and reporting frameworks. • Drive continuous improvement in hybrid (Waterfall + Agile) delivery models. • Coach teams on best practices in program execution and delivery excellence.

Requirements

• Program management
• Agile methodologies
• PMP Certification
• Stakeholder management
• Cross-functional leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering
• PMP Certification (Mandatory)

Preferred Technologies

• Program management
• Agile methodologies
• PMP Certification
• Stakeholder management
• Cross-functional leadership

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