SAE International

Program Director – Accreditation

SAE International

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Warrendale • Pennsylvania • United States

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Develop and execute strategic plans for two of PRI’s core programs (IMP, Performance360)
  • Assume full responsibility for program profitability, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
  • Continuously refine and enhance program strategies to achieve business objectives and meet evolving customer needs.
  • Serve as the “face of PRI” and the “voice of the customer,” maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders
  • Collaborate with departments such as Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Business Development
  • Drive innovation within PRI programs by staying updated with industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field
  • 10–15 years of relevant experience in program management, product management, or leadership within industries aligned with PRI’s scope (aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, etc.)
  • Strong understanding of financial principles, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.
  • Demonstrated experience in customer relationship management and acting as a customer advocate.
  • Familiarity with auditing, industry managed programs, ISO standards, certification processes, and industry-specific requirements is a plus.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, P&L Management, and resource allocation.
  • Experience working within matrix-based, functional-based, and program-based organizational structures.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development
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Hard Skills & Tools
program managementproduct managementbudgetingforecastingP&L managementfinancial planningcustomer relationship managementauditingISO standardsresource allocation
Soft Skills
leadershipstakeholder managementcustomer advocacycollaborationinnovationstrategic planningrelationship buildingcommunicationadaptabilityproblem-solving