Program Manager Commercial Vehicle

What we are looking for: GRAMMER is seeking an experienced Program Manager to independently manage commercial vehicle programs from quote through launch and production. This role is responsible for owning cost, timing, and cross‑functional execution, ensuring customer requirements and internal commitments are consistently met. The Program Manager will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, sales, and operations teams, serving as the primary point of coordination throughout the program lifecycle. This is a hands‑on, execution‑focused role managing programs—not people—and is best suited for a candidate who brings prior program management experience in a manufacturing environment and can operate effectively with minimal oversight. What you will be doing: Program Execution Delivery Lead overall program execution to ensure cost, timing, and customer requirements are met from quote through launch and production. Develop and manage program timelines, ensuring key milestones and phase deliverables are achieved and documented. Coordinate and drive cross‑functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, operations, and sales. Prepare and present regular program status updates to internal leadership and customers as required. Financial Commercial Management Develop and manage internal costing models and support profitability analysis for assigned programs. Manage program budgets across the full lifecycle, tracking performance and escalating risks as needed. Support new business acquisition by coordinating quote activities, including cost development, timing, and cross‑functional inputs. Change Management Configuration Control Manage engineering changes and configuration control throughout the program lifecycle. Maintain accurate change tracking documentation to ensure alignment across internal teams, suppliers, and customers. Communicate changes effectively to manufacturing and suppliers to minimize disruption and avoid launch risk. Issue Resolution Cross-Functional Coordination Lead issue identification and resolution using structured problem‑solving methodologies. Ensure timely containment and permanent corrective actions for product or process issues. Serve as the primary point of coordination for internal teams and customers, promoting clear communication and alignment.