Senior Program Leader

About the position

🚀 Join a Company That Builds a Better Future – Program Manager (Value Package Introduction)

Industry: Filtration & Sustainability | Language: English (French a plus)

Are you an experienced Project Manager ready to drive innovation, sustainability, and performance in a future-oriented manufacturing environment?

We are partnering with a global leader in advanced filtration technologies, known for their dedication to durability, performance, and environmental responsibility. With a strong presence across Europe and beyond, this company designs and delivers filtration solutions that power cleaner engines, extend equipment life, and reduce environmental impact — all while putting people, customers, and the planet first.

As part of their growth, we are seeking an experienced Program Manager (Value Package Introduction) to lead strategic product development initiatives in partnership with leading OEM customers across Europe.

🌱 What You’ll Be Doing

As Program Manager, you will oversee small to medium-sized Value Package Introduction (VPI) programs from concept to completion — ensuring they meet both customer and business goals. You'll be at the heart of cross-functional collaboration, program governance, and innovation delivery.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading complex product introduction programs for European OEM clients

• Defining customer expectations and measurable business outcomes

• Developing and managing project scope, schedule, resources, and budget

• Securing stakeholder alignment and managing communication with internal and external parties

• Ensuring full compliance with the company’s structured VPI process

• Regularly reporting performance to senior leadership

• Driving cross-functional risk and issue management

• Managing scope changes and escalations effectively

• Coaching and guiding peers or junior program managers

• Contributing to the evolution and improvement of the VPI process

🔍 What We’re Looking For

To succeed in this role, you will need to combine technical program leadership with excellent stakeholder management and a passion for sustainable innovation.

Key requirements:

• University degree (or equivalent)

• 7+ years of Project Management experience, ideally in New Product Development

• Proven track record in leading cross-functional, international projects

• Familiarity with Six Sigma methodology (preferred)

• Fluent English; French is a strong plus

• Willingness to travel regularly to Quimper, France

💡 Why Join?

• Play a pivotal role in the development of next-generation filtration systems

• Work with high-impact European OEM programs

• Join a company that actively promotes sustainability, innovation, and long-term value

• Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking, and international team

📩 Ready to drive transformation in a company that puts purpose first? Apply now and let's shape the future of clean, efficient technology together.

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