Vehicle Performance Manager (VPM)

JOB DESCRIPTION

The VPM will ensure that the customers’ expectations are met by overseeing the integration of all vehicle performance aspects, from requirements to validation. Their efforts will contribute to delivering best-in-class vehicles that meet and exceed customer expectations.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

• Guide Performance Benchmarks : Lead the green layer of the V-model and provide corporate and competitive benchmarks for strategic targets.
• Establish Customer Targets : Ensure the initial expectations of the Customer Performance Intended Targets (CPIT) are established.
• Manage and Align Functional Objectives (FOs) : Manage the initial population of Functional Objectives (FOs) and ensure their alignment with strategic goals.
• Lead Performance Target Convergence : Lead the performance target setting and convergence process, including translating subjective targets, organizing technical feedback, and facilitating trade-off discussions.
• Oversee Vehicle Validation : Ensure the complete construction and achievement of the vehicle level Design Verification Plan and Report (DVP&R) and manage Vehicle Performance validation trips.
• Manage Confidentiality Contract : Lead the setup of confidentiality contract and vehicle security policies
• Prioritize and Commission Vehicles : Develop vehicle prioritization build plans and support the commissioning of vehicles to custodians.
• Resolve Performance Issues : Drive the resolution of performance issues to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
• Evaluate Vehicle Performance : Represent the internal customer to evaluate and assess the integration of vehicle performance at the vehicle level.
• Report and Communicate Performance Status : Lead the reporting and communications of the vehicle performance status and vehicle scorecard.

Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer : 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24 th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We help you plan for the future with :

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions :

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career - you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.