Since 1965, Stoneridge has designed and manufactured advanced, award-winning technologies including driveline and transmission actuation systems, vision systems, emissions control systems, safety systems, and security and monitoring systems for vehicle OEMs in the commercial vehicle, automotive, off-highway and agricultural vehicle markets. We’re focused on the areas of greatest market need – both today and tomorrow. Our core products and technologies are aligned with industry megatrends including safety and security, vehicle intelligence, fuel efficiency and emissions. Join the Stoneridge Team as we continue to build upon our strong history and reputation for quality products to deliver innovative products and systems that address a need, exceed our customers’ expectations, and motivate our team. Objective of the position The Program Manager is responsible for delivering projects in line with approved targets and objectives, including technical requirements, quality, profitability, timelines, cost, and risk, as validated by management. In this role, you will lead projects according to Stoneridge’s program management principles, manage the core project team, and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction. You will define and control technical specifications, quality goals, financial performance, schedules, risks, and cost targets, and actively lead all project team members to achieve these objectives, with a continuous focus on meeting committed program deliveries. Characterization of activities Own and manage the project plan across development and production, proactively identifying risks and implementing corrective actions through project closure. Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, ensuring resource availability, strong collaboration, and effective communication between project teams, plants, and stakeholders. Control project financials, including budgeting, cost management (development, tooling, investments), forecasting, profitability tracking, and cost-saving initiatives. Ensure product and process excellence, aligning technical and process decisions with quality, cost, and profitability targets, and validating all quality assessments. Act as the primary customer interface, maintaining clear communication and alignment on all project-related topics throughout the program lifecycle. Drive governance and steering, leading project meetings, program reviews, gate reviews, and risk management actions to ensure committed deliveries. Education, experience and knowledge Education and experience: BSc. (MSc preferred) in Engineering or Project Management with 10+ years of experience as a Program Manager in the automotive industry, including customer-facing roles. Strong program management expertise: Solid understanding of PM disciplines, processes, and automotive core tools (PPAP, APQP, DFMEA). Results-driven and analytical: Strong focus on outcomes, ability to prepare and analyze data, perform root cause analysis, and make difficult decisions under pressure. Structured yet holistic mindset: Highly organized, detail-oriented, with the ability to maintain a holistic perspective in complex environments. Proven leadership and people management: Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and drive accountability in cross-functional, fast-paced environments. Professional communicator with technical strength: Excellent communication skills, strong MS Project, Excel, and data management capabilities, and consistent professionalism in all customer interactions. What we offer Salary based on knowledge and experience. Full-time employment of 40 hours per week. 8% holiday allowance. Travel allowance home-work: 23ct per kilometers one way up to a maximum of 50 km CAO: Metalektro HP Retirement: PME (Pensioenfonds Metalektro). WIA: WIA floor, WGA gap and WGA gap additional insurances in accordance with the stipulated provisions. PAWW: Compulsory supplementary insurance when the statutory unemployment WW or WGA benefit expires. Holiday days: 27 days on an annual basis (full-time). ATV: 13 days on an annual basis (full-time) Join the company that’s driving the global transportation industry! Stoneridge is seeking highly-motivated individuals to be a part of our talented team that creates and delivers technology solutions to customers in the transportation industry worldwide. We offer a challenging but rewarding environment with global opportunities. We believe our diverse workforce contributes to our ability to better serve our customers by offering greater creativity, collaboration and productivity. Stoneridge is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the applicable laws in the countries we operate. Stoneridge also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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