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Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

Overall responsibilities and duties :

The GM Project Manager represents the Seating President and Leadership team.

The GM Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and execute complex, strategic projects, within the Division, by managing project teams, budgets, timelines, and stakeholder expectations, while aligning project goals with overall organizational objectives. He / She has a deep understanding of the Division's footprint, strategy, financial, products and the organization.

The GM Project Manager will also be responsible of some office administrative tasks.

The main missions of the role are :

Support Strategic Planning by developing and implement comprehensive project plans aligned with organizational strategies, identifying key project goals and objectives.
Liaise and keep accountable leadership team, clients, and other stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, buy-in on project direction and qualitative data and deliverables.
Identify potential risks, develop contingency plans, and proactively address issues to minimize project disruptions by analyzing and consolidating Division's reports (ie : MBR, QBR, Budget, SP, BG Meetings)
Prepare regular status reports for leadership team, highlighting key achievements and challenges. Document meetings and track open items with the responsible champions to drive to completion (ie : Monitor month closing results, Megalist, Extraordinary costs)
Ensuring project deliverables meet quality standards and specifications.
Tracks project expenses, identifying cost variances, and making necessary adjustments to stay within budget constraints.
President support : Manage president division's deadlines and routines, review and approve spending authorizations (ie : travel, Capex) respecting Corporate policies, ensure office appearances and supplies
Special projects assignments

Your profile and competencies to succeed

Qualifications :

Minimum education level : Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business or Engineering field.

Experience :

3-5 years' experience in similar role and / or deep knowledge of the organization and it's requirements.

Skills & Competencies :

Excellent verbal and writing communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills, capable to Identify and resolve project challenges quickly and effectively.

Excellent organization skills, can manage complex project details, timelines, and resources efficiently.

Analytical skills to identify trends, assess risks, and make informed decisions

Financial background (previous controlling experience preferred)

Ability to communicate effectively and accurately with all levels of management and international and local co-workers

Dynamic and high level of initiative. Capacity to take charge in the absence of detailed instructions

Ability to be attentive to all aspects of the environment while working; to monitor environment during routine activity

Sensitive treatment of confidential information is required

High level of proficiency on Microsoft office, mainly Excel and power point

Commitment to the highest ethical standards and willingness to adhere to Faurecia's Code of Ethics and Code of Management

What we can do for you

At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.

We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.

We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.

We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)

We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.

Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority : In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action : use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.

Why join us

FORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility. We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.

With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.

In June 2022, we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard. We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045.

As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road-users everywhere.

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