The Project Manager leads multiple cross-functional programs, managing customer-driven product initiatives and ensuring project completion through structured management processes.
Job Summary
About UsCummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.
This role is responsible for managing and driving multiple cross-functional programs, including customer-driven new product development initiatives and strategic product programs across the region. The position plays a critical role in ensuring successful execution through structured project management processes (GP3), while balancing customer expectations and internal stakeholder alignment. The Program Manager leads complex programs spanning multiple projects and ensures delivery of defined business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and manage multiple cross-functional projects under a program from initiation to completion.
- Drive customer-led programs through structured project management processes (e.g., GP3).
- Partner with business stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, timelines, and measurable outcomes.
- Develop detailed project plans, milestones, and schedules; track and report progress against goals.
- Manage customer expectations during new product development and ensure alignment with internal teams.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues using appropriate tools and methodologies.
- Monitor program budgets, resource allocation, and overall financial performance.
- Facilitate project planning sessions and ensure alignment across cross-functional teams.
- Communicate project status, risks, and updates to stakeholders and leadership.
- Lead problem-solving efforts and drive resolution of complex project challenges.
- Ensure complete and accurate project documentation and knowledge sharing across teams.
- Coach and guide project team members and other project managers; provide performance feedback.
- Leverage internal and external resources effectively to achieve project objectives.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
- PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred.
- Knowledge of APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) required.
- Additional certifications may be required for compliance with export controls or regulatory requirements.
- Strong project and program management capabilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Financial acumen with ability to interpret key business indicators.
- Strong business insight and understanding of market dynamics.
- Ability to manage complexity and handle ambiguous situations.
- Conflict management and negotiation skills.
- Strong planning, prioritization, and execution capabilities.
- Proficiency in risk, scope, schedule, and resource management.
- Customer-focused mindset with ability to build strong relationships.
- Ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and organizational change.
Experience
- Significant experience in program/project management, preferably in automotive or manufacturing domain.
- Experience managing complex, cross-functional projects involving global teams (CGT).
- Proven track record in new product development and customer-driven programs.
- Experience in resource planning, budgeting, and business case evaluation.
- Prior team leadership experience required.
About UsCummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.
Cummins Pune, Mahārāshtra, IND Office
Tower A & B, Survey No. 21, Baner - Balewadi Rd, Pune, Maharashtra, India, 411045
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