Program Controller

About us
We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That's why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.
Forward. For all.
Group Summary
Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.
About the Role
Supports sales, as well as program management to deliver accurate, on time quotes to the customer while satisfying financial key figures for each project. Execute financial quoting activities and support the GPMS quote process.
Maintain and ensure accuracy of program financials (lifetime view) through regular monthly program updates and reports.
Your Responsibilities
• Together with the program manager, be responsible for delivering the program in line with the targets identified.• Drive discipline within the project on commitments and where deviations proactively work with the program team on recovery actions and countermeasures.• Responsibility for tracking costs, investments (capex), tooling, launch, and product development costs, as well as financial KPIs for all the programs assigned.• Responsibility for carrying out all cost studies (i.a. make-or-buy, business case calculations, investment decisions) together with the specific programs.• Support with the business plan (BP) and forecast process and analysis of variations of program changes on the BP.• Support the local plants and general managers with relevant strategic decisions in connection to specific programs.• Responsibility for ongoing program-reporting and -controlling of project finances (actual vs. plan and differential analysis) as well as preparation of presentations.• Responsibility for the representation and presentation of a project's commercial status in steering committee meetings.• Responsibility for the preparation of program-specific cost break downs and support with the negotiations with the customer.• Responsibility for representation of the division Finance in the project teams.• Implementation of special projects.• Other duties as assigned.
Who we are looking for
• Five to seven years of relevant professional experience in finance and controlling areas, preferably in the automotive industry.• University degree required (preferably in business, finance, or industrial engineering) or equivalent qualification. • Excellent knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint)• Spanish and/or German language is an asset. • Expertise in creating financial models. • Must have advanced Excel skills, be computer literate and have experience in Microsoft Office.
Your preferred qualifications
• Strong analytical competence and communication skills. • Holistic, result, and process-oriented thinking and acting. • High degree of decision-making/implementation strength and self-management skills. • Willingness to travel.• Must have the ability to balance multiple tasks.
What we offer
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Site Benefits
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans • 401 (k) plan with employer matching • An extensive training program and exciting internal development opportunities • Cafe • Parking for motorcycles and electric vehicles
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At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Nearest Major Market: Troy
Nearest Secondary Market: Detroit