Senior Manager Programs (m/f/d)

Adient Aerospace is a joint venture between Adient and the Boeing Company. Boeing brings a deep knowledge of Aerospace, and Adient is a world leader in automotive seating. At Adient Aerospace, it is our mission to deliver innovative seating design through precise operational excellence, resulting in a superior customer experience. We bring the right pieces together, in precisely the right way, at precisely the right time.

For the division Program Management at Adient Aerospace in Kaiserslautern , we are looking for a

Senior Manager Programs (m/f/d)

(Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested)

• Oversee the execution of multiple seat development and production programs, ensuring alignment with company goals and customer requirements
• Ensure timely, budget-compliant, and high-quality delivery of all programs
• Identify and manage program risks and opportunities, implementing mitigation strategies as needed
• Manage program budgets, program and team resources, monitor costs, and work with finance teams on financial forecasting
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Program Managers to ensure performance and growth
• Foster a collaborative team environment that encourages innovation and open communication
• Serve as the main contact for internal and external stakeholders, including customers and suppliers
• Prepare and present program status reports, KPIs, and other relevant documentation to stakeholders
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and expectations
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in program management processes, tools, and methodologies
• Support Program Managers and the overall program management team by leading and managing programs as needed

• Master's or bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or equivalent experience
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certificate is a plus
• A minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in program management in the aerospace industry and in a managerial role is a must, experience in an international environment is a plus
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk management skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills, ensuring alignment and collaboration among all parties involved
• Proficiency in presenting complex information clearly and concisely to executive leadership and clients
• Proficient knowledge of MS Projects and all MS Office applications
• Excellent knowledge of English and German (both written and spoken)
• Ability to lead specific projects, document and coordinate actions, and make timely decisions
• Readiness to be on site up to 5 days per week – remote working options on an irregular basis
• Willingness to travel for business purposes is required

• We offer you interesting professional and personal development opportunities
• You can look forward to freedom for your own ideas and to working in an international environment
• We offer you an attractive compensation package and a company pension scheme
• You will receive 30 days of vacation per year and the opportunity for bike leasing
• You can also expect an open and appreciative working atmosphere

Our diversity makes us strong! Adient Aerospace is convinced of the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. For this reason, applications are reviewed based on professional qualifications and fit with our corporate values, regardless of ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual identity, nationality, disability or age.