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Program Manager - Strategic Projects Manager (f/m/d)

Freudenberg GroupFreudenberg Group·Manufacturing / Technology

Compensation

€42,000/year

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24 days

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About the role

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

  • Program Ownership: Lead customer programs end-to-end from nomination to series production stabilization.

  • Cross-Functional Coordination: Align R&D, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, supply chain, finance, and sales teams.

  • Project Manager Leadership: Guide and support Project Managers to ensure consistent execution and governance.

  • Customer Interface: Manage customer communication, escalations, changes, and overall satisfaction.

  • Operations Coordination: Collaborate with plants to ensure readiness for industrialization, launch, and ramp-up.

  • Program Governance: Define and monitor plans, milestones, budgets, risks, KPIs, and reporting.

  • Risk & Change Management: Identify risks, drive mitigation actions, and manage scope changes.

  • Financial Oversight: Support profitability, cost control, investments, and business case alignment with Finance.

Qualifications:

Education: Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Industrial Management, or related field.

Experience: 7+ years in program/project management in international manufacturing or automotive environments.

Program Management Expertise: Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional programs (time, cost, quality, scope, risks).

Leadership: Experience leading cross-functional teams and directly managing Project Managers.

Customer Management: Strong skills in handling customer interactions, escalations, negotiations, and issue resolution.

Operations Knowledge: Solid understanding of manufacturing, industrialization, quality, supply chain, and launch processes.

Certification & Tools: PMP or similar preferred; strong knowledge of program management methods, tools, and reporting.

Soft Skills & Languages: Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills; fluent English required.

The minimum gross annual salary for this position in Italy is €42,000. Compensation for this position will be determined by the candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and overall alignment with the role's responsibilities.

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The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies S.a.s. di Externa Italia S.r.l.u.
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Aplyr's read

Freudenberg Group is a multifaceted technology leader in sealing and filtration, attracting talent across engineering, customer service, and operations roles.

Synthesized from recent postings & public sources

What's promising

  • Freudenberg Group's global presence offers diverse career opportunities in multiple sectors.
  • Strong focus on innovation in sealing technologies and specialty lubricants.
  • Commitment to sustainability through advanced filtration and nonwoven solutions.

What to watch

  • Complex organizational structure may lead to slower decision-making processes.
  • Potential for high-pressure environments in manufacturing and production roles.
  • Limited public information about employee satisfaction and work-life balance.

Why Freudenberg Group

  • Specializes in niche markets like medical and automotive sealing technologies.
  • Diverse product portfolio includes nonwovens and specialty lubricants.
  • Long-standing reputation in industrial applications and technology innovation.

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About Freudenberg Group

Freudenberg Group is a global technology company that specializes in sealing technologies, nonwovens, filters, release agents, and specialty lubricants. The company operates in various sectors including automotive, medical, and industrial applications.

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