Procurement Program Manager
Allison Transmission Holdings
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Indianapolis, IN · Posted November 3, 2026
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About the job
JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS
Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.
What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works.
Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!
Benefits:
The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.
Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
Employer HSA contribution
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-Term Disability
Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
401K with generous Company match & contribution
Accrued Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
Robust employee wellness program
Tuition assistance program
Job Description:
Primary Purpose Support the Procurement organization by leading Product Line Team (PLT) activities, driving cross‑functional program execution, and managing change initiatives tied to new product launches and sustaining projects.
Key Responsibilities
• Represent Procurement as the PLT lead, coordinating with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure alignment on program deliverables. • Communicate program requirements, timing, and key decisions to stakeholders to maintain cross‑functional visibility and execution. • Develop and maintain Plan for Every Part (PFEP) data for assigned programs, ensuring accurate component details, capacity information, delivery requirements, and logistics parameters. • Prepare and deliver program updates, dashboards, and executive summaries as required. • Maintain accurate program data within SAP and other business systems. • Lead should‑cost analysis efforts to support sourcing decisions, cost reviews, and negotiation preparation. • Participate in the APQP process to support supplier readiness, process verification, and program timing adherence. • Track open issues, risks, and action items across functional groups and drive them to closure. • Provide weekly status updates on program metrics, risks, and progress to peers and leadership teams. • Mentor junior team members and contribute to improving Procurement’s program management processes and tools. • Analyze and present technical, commercial, and statistical information to inform decision‑making. • Collaborate with commodity managers to evaluate potential suppliers, assess risks, and support sourcing recommendations. • Ensure proper documentation, record‑keeping, and compliance with corporate standards. • Build effective working relationships with internal customers and suppliers, resolving issues as they arise. • Support or lead special projects and initiatives as assigned.
Key Performance Measures
• Program Sourcing Milestones • Cost Management and Savings Delivery • Supplier Launch Readiness • Tooling Initiation and Tracking • PPAP Planning and Execution
Key Competencies
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. • High level of proficiency with project management tools, Microsoft applications, and ERP systems. • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation. • Demonstrated capability to lead cross‑functional program activities. • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and data‑interpretation skills. • Solid interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments. • Ability to mentor others and contribute to team capability building. • Skilled in situation analysis, business‑case preparation, and presenting recommendations. • Familiarity with procurement and supply‑chain practices, including sourcing, cost analysis, and supplier management. • Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Experience
Required: • 5+ years of experience in automotive, heavy‑duty transportation, or related manufacturing environments.
Qualifications
Required: • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business.
Preferred: • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at Ask4Max@allisontransmission.com .
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