STRATTEC Security Corporation is one of the world's largest suppliers providing access and security systems to the automotive market. This drives us to be an innovative company with the latest technology. STRATTEC creates exciting opportunities to people who like to work in an environment that challenges them to be creative, deal with multiple customers and projects, and research the latest technology. You will help STRATTEC to be a pioneer by working closely with the largest automotive customers in the world along with the largest electronic partners.

Let us know who you are! We want to know what motivates you and why you are the ideal candidate for our growing team. The ideal candidate will possess a team oriented attitude; have a multidiscipline background, and a passion for innovation. We are looking for leadership skills to develop a new group internally.

If you are one who like to build a team, has strong skillsets and likes to see your own ideas come to life, apply quickly!

SUMMARY

Responsible for the implementation of customer product programs on time, within budget and at the highest quality levels according to customer requirements.  Tracking and highlighting areas for improvement.  Manages Program Timelines by directing, coordinating and communicating to all SSC internal functional groups, assigned to program, and Customer functional groups and platform teams.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

With minimal direct supervision, the duties assigned for completion are:

* Release customer programs into Product Development Process (PDP) using electronic project management tools.

* Plan and implement programs following PDP guidelines to manufacturing acceptance and full production.

* Plan and implement SSC driven initiatives such as insourcing – manufacturing relocations – process automation that affects products in development or post SOP

* Lead internal and customer communication to ensure all program related deliverables and expectations are met.

* In conjunction with various functional groups, track customer program-related timing progress for capital & tooling.

* Identify resource requirements to meet customer/program requirements and SSC business criteria.

* Work with functional managers to communicate and prioritize resource requirements and expectations.

* Lead and motivate team members to achieve team, SSC and customer goals.

* Primary Program contact for Customer Management, Voice of the Customer, ensuring needs are clearly heard within the SSC organization.

* Assist in creating and executing strategy to diversify customer base and assists to expand vehicle content

* Drive continuous improvement process and customer satisfaction

* Maintains program open issues records.

* Maintains evidence of compliance; PDP/Program Books.

* Manages change process as it affects the program, including changes post SOP

* Resolve cross-functional disputes

* Escalate issues and leads the cross functions in plans for issues resolution

* Support piece price negotiations as they relate to product changes and cost downs.

* Travel, as required.

* Responsible for following all processes and procedures to support SSC policies and governmental regulations.

* Responsible for product profitability award to launch with the objective of maximizing profit.

* Ability to exercise Responsibility without direct Authority over various departments/groups.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

COMPETENCY                                              

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.  Listens for improvement to customer satisfaction.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Strategic Skills – Able to listen to the customer to identify customer needs and identify trends and then translate this information into strategies for growth.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree; and four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Master's degree preferred. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply concept such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.  Understanding of general financial principles. 

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit.  The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR QUALITY 

Associate will provide defect-free products and services by understanding and meeting the agreed upon requirements of our internal and external customers through a process based on prevention and continuous improvement.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR ENVIRONMENT

Associates are committed to our Environmental Management System, which provides for continuous improvement of our organization's efforts toward the following: Preventing pollution, complying with relevant environmental legislation and regulations, and complying with customer-based environmental requirements.

STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION is an equal opportunity employer and practices affirmative action to recruit, hire, train, upgrade, transfer and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.