Special Projects Program Manager

at  Singer Vehicle Design

ABOUT SINGER :

We are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: “A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.” The company has become renowned for its collaboration with owners of the air-cooled Porsche 911 in pursuit of bespoke restorations.
Special Projects Program Manager:

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Special Projects Program Manager: is part of a small, dynamic team focused on the delivery of exceptional content pushing the boundaries of engineering, design and execution. You will be responsible for coordinating critical timelines and deliverables for special projects and special wishes, playing a key role in executing each client’s truly unique vision and demonstrating that “Everything Is Important”.
This position is located on-site in our Torrance location.

Essential Functions:

• Identify program deliverables and develop plans to ensure that they are met
• Oversee and manage high level programs and adherence to targets
• Act as point of contact for all program functions to coordinate information flow
• Manage multiple complex programs and deliverables simultaneously, bringing together all relevant stakeholders as necessary to drive progress
• Develop in depth understanding of program status and ability to present status to senior management regularly, highlighting key information
• Provide project management support for special wishes and special projects
• Work cross-departmentally with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Design Studio and Commercial teams to ensure business is operating efficiently
• Manage indirect reports in specifications and special projects team to meet deliverables
• Detailed working level issue resolution, with root cause identification
• Support development of work instructions for manufacturing
• Plan, execute, and initiate process improvement
• Collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure deliverables associated with manufacturing and operations processes are tracked and handed off
• Ensure that all stakeholders understand the company’s vision, short and long-term goals, and ensure that goals are met within specified deadlines
• Work in a cross-functional team environment as a strong team player
• Performs all other duties assigned

Qualifications::

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent field
• Eight or more years of related experience in the automotive sector
• Project management experience
• DFSS or similar issue resolution methodology experience

Preferred Education/Experience and/or Certifications

• Experience with low volume production
• Experience with luxury automotive OEM
• CATIA, or similar CAD software

Skills/Abilities and Attributes:

• Possesses strong business acumen with the ability to navigate communications with key stakeholders and align needs them with long-term business objectives
• Strong ability to coach and lead fellow team members within the department
• Leads inter-departmental collaboration and communication to drive projects forward
• Extensive detailed material flow analysis experience to make data-influenced decisions and summarize results to present from techs on the floor to leadership
• Experience with developing, optimizing, and analyzing assembly and test processes
• Strong project management skills
• Experience driving cross-functional change within large organizations
• Experience bringing teams and processes from a development phase to full production
• Experience designing greenfield facility layouts and/or material flow strategy
• Strong mechanical intuition and extensive hands-on experience modifying jigs, fixtures, and coordinating equipment installations
• Proficient working with SQL, Excel, or similar data analysis software
• Experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Sketchup, Jira
• Able to adapt to a fast-paced work environment
• Possesses presentation skills and communicates clearly and professionally at various levels both inside and outside the company
• Effective written and verbal communications skills; ability to express ideas clearly and actively listen to others
• Team oriented, with a strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment to multiple deadlines
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently
• Excellent time management with an ability to balance multiple projects and timelines and to meet deadlines
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Self-motivated and able to perform tasks and projects with little supervision
• Energetic, proactive, calm under pressure, personable and professional
• Reliable and punctual with good time management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Ability to manage data and create KPIs
• Team oriented, with a strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment and meet multiple deadlines
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and collaborative skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently within and across departments
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams and more; as well as various digital illustration, editing, and design-based programs and tools
• Professional appearance, excellent verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to express ideas clearly and actively listen to others
• Ability to work independently and from home

• Identify program deliverables and develop plans to ensure that they are met
• Oversee and manage high level programs and adherence to targets
• Act as point of contact for all program functions to coordinate information flow
• Manage multiple complex programs and deliverables simultaneously, bringing together all relevant stakeholders as necessary to drive progress
• Develop in depth understanding of program status and ability to present status to senior management regularly, highlighting key information
• Provide project management support for special wishes and special projects
• Work cross-departmentally with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Design Studio and Commercial teams to ensure business is operating efficiently
• Manage indirect reports in specifications and special projects team to meet deliverables
• Detailed working level issue resolution, with root cause identification
• Support development of work instructions for manufacturing
• Plan, execute, and initiate process improvement
• Collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure deliverables associated with manufacturing and operations processes are tracked and handed off
• Ensure that all stakeholders understand the company’s vision, short and long-term goals, and ensure that goals are met within specified deadlines
• Work in a cross-functional team environment as a strong team player
• Performs all other duties assigne