Project Manager Management

`Robert Wilson

Howell, MI • 517-***-**** • **********@*******.*** • linkedin.com/in/bobwilson

PM/PMO Manager Profile

Strategic and value-driven PMO leader with comprehensive experience in steering full life cycle program management within the automotive, sustainable energy, and consumer products sectors. Renowned for developing and implementing structured project management frameworks to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Proven ability to lead global project portfolios, optimize resource allocation, and deliver high-impact results by leveraging data-driven strategies and cutting-edge technologies. Proficient at utilizing advanced tools to enhance transparency, real-time tracking, and decision-making. Highly skilled in evaluating complex project requirements, championing Agile and Lean methodologies, and mitigating risks to deliver cost-effective outcomes. Adept at empowering high-performing teams through strategic oversight, clear communication, and a culture of innovation and collaboration. Distinguished for introducing groundbreaking solutions to drive enterprise-wide innovation, elevate performance metrics, and unlock untapped potential.

• Project Portfolio Management

• Risk Management & Mitigation

• Resource Allocation Optimization

• Data Analysis & Visualization

• Strategic Process Improvement

• Staff Training & Development

• Production Workflow Design

• Metrics & KPI Development

• Change Management Planning

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

KOSTAL • Troy, MI • 2023 to 2024

Senior Project Manager, Stellantis Door Control Modules Managed daily timelines, gross margins, and P&L reviews to align procurement and lead times with project requirements. Partnered with Stellantis to secure resources for functional testing (door systems and vehicles) and ensure effective testing in chambers and vehicle environments.

Led a global team of 60 software, mechanical, and hardware professionals to design and release door control units (DCUs) for Stellantis platforms, including KM, LB, EJ, WS, WL, HDCC, RU, C6X, and DT.

Managed a portfolio of programs with $40M in annual revenue by finalizing project deliverables with time and budget constraints and meeting ASPICE and ISO26262 functional safety standards.

Steered software timeline management and hardware integration to adapt to Stellantis’ dynamic volume and program changes. BROSE • Auburn Hills, MI • 2022 to 2023

Project Manager, Global Radar

Steered high-priority projects within a challenging timeline to align with innovative automotive standards and client expectations. Drove global collaboration efforts to address technical challenges and ensure seamless communication between teams.

Headed a cross-functional team of 30 professionals across the U.S. and Germany to implement a cutting-edge perimeter monitoring radar for automatic door opening on General Motors’ T1xx platform and the Celestiq. GENTHERM • Northville, MI • 2016 to 2022

Manager, Global PMO 2019 to 2022

Mentored new program managers in navigating the Gentherm APQP process to foster a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence. Drove transformation of Excel-based gate deliverables into Jira workflows to automate resource assignments and standardize project artifacts. Executed training and coordination initiatives for the migration from Windchill to Jira/Confluence.

Enabled company-wide view of global project performance by developing and implementing automated reporting systems to integrate financial databases and Jira program data.

Decreased a two-person and seven-day process to a one-person and three-hour effort by tracking KPIs, such as gross margin, lifetime sales, financial variances, SOP+90 dates, and project status.

Reduced process from a one-person and three-day task to a one-person and 10-minute effort by launching SAP DataWarehouse- based automated monthly tracker for tooling POs and invoices. Program Manager 2016 to 2019

Managed seven steering wheel heater programs, including ECUs, harnesses, and heaters while navigating the Gentherm APQP process to ensure successful and timely launches. Supported company-wide training for JIRA implementation by training over 100 employees on Teams to ensure seamless adoption and functionality.

Created SharePoint site for real-time

project updates to streamline

communication across global teams.

Secured Stellantis’ entire DCU catalog by

delivering early program launches and

doubling business with Stellantis.

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Achieved $200K in annual cost savings by implementing an external tool tracking system within SAP and creating an early warning mechanism to proactively identify tool wear and prevent unplanned downtime.

Managed project lifecycle management and improved efficiency by transitioning from fragmented systems to JIRA and reducing reliance on 15 disparate tools to a consolidated one-system approach.

Reduced reporting time from a two-person and seven-day effort to a one-person and three-hour process by implementing a collaborative reporting system for 30 program managers and consolidating updates into a single platform. MAGNA ELECTRONICS • Grand Blanc, MI • 2012 to 2016 Launch Program Manager 2014 to 2016

Maintained consistent engagement with Ford management and manufacturing facilities to foster strong communication channels, align project expectations, and resolve emerging challenges. Oversaw multiple rearview camera programs by leading through a gated product development process and ensuring seamless transitions from development to production.

Launched Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) development projects, including multiple rearview camera products, for Ford while ensuring adherence to quality, cost, and timing milestones.

Improved customer satisfaction and operational efficiency by implementing process improvements focused on enhancing product quality and streamlining delivery timelines.

Senior Program Manager 2012 to 2014

Directed timing and cost management for build-to-print mirror PCB programs with an average lifecycle of four months to ensure seamless transitions from quote to production. Collaborated with a plant operations team of 150 members to streamline workflows, improve data accessibility, and ensure efficient communication across departments.

Transformed a manual two-week process into an automated one-day workflow by designing an Engineering Change Request (ECR) and Work Order (WO) system using SharePoint.

Enhanced product performance and aligned with customer specifications by overseeing cross-platform upgrades for rearview cameras, including software, hardware, and testing improvements. ROBERT BOSCH • Plymouth, MI • 2011 to 2012

Technical Program Lead

Managed program timing and milestones for hardware design, hardware testing, and software development processes (sunroof ECU systems) to ensure on-time delivery and alignment with customer specifications. Coordinated customer change requests (ECRs) and RFQs for Honda by engaging with internal teams and client stakeholders.

Streamlined communication and collaboration across diverse teams to address project challenges, meet critical deadlines, and exceed customer expectations.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Program Manager, Senior Hardware Design Engineer - HELLA ELECTRONICS CORP Hardware Design Engineer - LEAR CORPORATION

R&D Hardware Design Engineer - BREED TECHNOLOGIES

In-Circuit Test Designer - JABIL CIRCUIT

EDUCATION

MSEE in Digital Signal Processing - University of South Florida BSEE - University of South Florida

PATENTS

Universal Garage Door Operating System and Method

Method and System for Detecting the Position of a Power Window of a Vehicle TECHNICAL SKILLS

SAP/PS, MS Project, MS360, Atlassian (Jira/Confluence), Miro, SharePoint, Power BI, Windchill PLM, MKS Integrity Manager, MKS Source Integrity

Led 20 PMs in Agile methodologies and

the Gentherm APQP process.

Identified $500K in unbilled tooling and

reduced customer reimbursement

timelines from two years to six months.

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