Senior Manager - Project Management
Lead multiple automotive projects at Autoliv in Bangalore, partnering with global customers and cross-functional teams to deliver safety products that save more lives.
Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as ROLE.
We are looking for an experienced Assistant General Manager / Senior Manager – Project Management to join our team in Bangalore. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automotive project management, excellent stakeholder management skills, and experience working with global customers across Europe, Japan, and Korea. This role is responsible for driving multiple projects from initiation to completion while ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timeline.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate internal resources and cross-functional teams for seamless project execution.
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
Develop, maintain, and monitor detailed project plans.
Track project progress and proactively manage scope, schedule, and cost changes.
Manage stakeholder expectations through effective communication and regular updates.
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
Escalate issues to management when required.
Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
Support budget planning and financial tracking activities.
Continuously develop and demonstrate leadership capabilities.
What We're Looking For
Required Experience
8-11 years of experience in the automotive industry.
Minimum 8 years of experience in Project Management.
Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Experience working with:
European customers (VW, Stellantis, Renault)
Japanese customers (MSIL, Honda, Toyota)
Korean customers (Hyundai, Kia)
Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline from a reputed institution.
Preferred Qualifications
PMP Certification (preferred but not mandatory).
Experience using project management tools and software.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Skills & Competencies
Project Management Skills
Budget Development and Tracking
Risk Management
Process Improvement
Planning and Execution
Negotiation
Problem Solving
Documentation & Reporting
Leadership & Communication
Leadership and Team Collaboration
Coaching and Mentoring
Stakeholder Management
Strong Verbal and Written Communication
Attention to Detail
Organizational and Multitasking Skills
Autoliv Values
Take Ownership
Add Value
Collaborate
Make it Easy
Be Curious
Success Factors
Ability to inspire, challenge, and enable teams.
Strong change management capabilities.
Customer-focused mindset with excellent relationship management skills.
Commitment to working as One Autoliv Team.
We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.
In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.
More lives saved – more life lived!
- Function
- Development, Engineering & Research,
- Location
- Autoliv India (INBA) - Bangalore
Autoliv India (INBA) - Bangalore
Workplace & Culture
Culture and Work Environment
At Autoliv, the vision of saving more lives guides and motivates our work.With a mission to provide world-class solutions to this end, we constantly seek new ways of working and question existing standards to keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.
And we do this through Autoliv's key behaviors:
👉 Take Ownership
👉 Collaborate
👉 Add value
👉 Make it Easy
👉 Be curious.
About Autoliv India
Autoliv is the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems. Through our group companies, we develop, manufacture and market protective systems, such as airbags, seatbelts, and steering wheels for all major automotive manufacturers in the world as well as mobility safety solutions.
At Autoliv, we challenge and redefine the standards of mobility safety to sustainably deliver leading solutions. In 2024, our products saved 37,000 lives and reduced 600,000 injuries.
Our ~65,000 colleagues in 25 countries are passionate about our vision of Saving More Lives and quality is at the heart of everything we do. We drive innovation, research, and development at our 13 technical centers, with their 20 test tracks.