Monitoring, leading supporting cross functional topics, timing targets; initiating and supporting necessary meetings to assure timely and effective realization of defined topics & targets. Managing, tracking, leading and supporting Karma’s projects with efficient and effective program management tools to achieve agreed and defined program targets (cost, timing, and quality). Actively supporting a sustainable cross-functional communication. Supporting aggressive problem management processes and activities. Leading, managing, supporting and improving product development process. Improvement of defined product development system and project management methodology (including multi-project management). Continuous improvement of all processes, methodologies and systems. Monitoring and tracking sustainable time management (MS Project). Assuring that projects achieve defined and agreed targets in timely manner, without increasing costs and decreasing quality. Definition, implementation and improvement of defined project & program targets and effective measuring and tracking of these metrics. Produce new tracking tools and processes to improve visibility and awareness of project status to management. Generating reporting, monitoring and presentation materials to effectively communicate the status of initiatives and program activities. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and/or MBA in Engineering, Business Administration or IT. Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in project and/or program management PMP certification Automotive supplier background. A working knowledge of product development, operations and financial processes Excellent practical knowledge of Microsoft products, SharePoint Excellent practical knowledge of MS Project Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the associate may be required to stand, sit, and/or walk for long periods of time. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Benefits: Hitachi Powdered Metals offers a competitive compensation program, as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription and 401k. Medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance is available to employees starting on day one. Other benefits to employees include: