Manpower Romania is currently looking for a Program Manager for one of its clients – a global leader in advanced composite manufacturing.

We are supporting the recruitment of a Program Manager – European Composite Production, a strategic role responsible for leading complex, cross-border automotive and motorsport programs across multiple European manufacturing sites.

This position offers high visibility and direct exposure to global leadership, while playing a key role in delivering technically advanced composite solutions for premium OEM and niche customers.

Key Responsibilities :

🔹 Lead end-to-end execution of multiple composite component programs from quotation through launch and serial production

🔹 Manage cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, logistics) to deliver on time, cost, scope, and quality

🔹 Act as the main interface for European customers and drive program governance and milestone alignment

🔹 Coordinate technical and operational activities including DFM/DFA, tooling strategy, material readiness and supplier alignment

🔹 Own program financials, forecasts, tooling investments and commercial tracking

🔹 Ensure alignment with global PMO methodologies (APQP, PPAP, ISO/IATF standards)

Candidate Profile

✔ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Materials Science or related field

✔ Minimum 7 years of program/project management experience, with at least 3 years in composite manufacturing (automotive, motorsport or aerospace)

✔ Hands-on experience with composite technologies (autoclave, prepreg, RTM, compression molding)

✔ Proven ability to manage complex, multicultural and multi-site environments

✔ Fluency in English is required; Romanian language is a must; Italian language proficiency is highly desirable (German or French is a plus)

✔ Experience with MS Project and ERP systems such as SAP or PLEX

✔ PMP / Prince2 certification is an advantage

What’s in it for you?

✨ Opportunity to work on cutting-edge composite technologies

✨ High-impact, visible role with global stakeholder exposure

✨ Dynamic, international environment with significant growth potential

📩 If you are interested or would like to recommend someone from your network, please send your CV or a short introduction via LinkedIn message.

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