About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Consultancy.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Key Responsibilities

This entry-level Program Coordinator role supports Value Package Introduction (VPI) programs that launch new products. You will work closely with program managers, cross-functional teams, and external stakeholders to help ensure program deliverables meet customer and business expectations.

• Maintain program databases, records, and status reports related to VPI activities
• Assist in defining program scope, schedule, resources and measurable customer outcomes
• Support adherence to the VPI process and program governance
• Track and communicate program performance against commitments to stakeholders
• Help identify, escalate, and follow up on program risks, issues, and change requests
• Support cross‑functional coordination to resolve scope, schedule, and resource changes
• Run small VPC/VPCR projects and respond to VPCs as assigned

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Skills & Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate the following behaviors and skills:

• Strong communication — able to present clearly and align geographically dispersed teams
• Stakeholder management — anticipate and balance multiple stakeholder needs
• Project / program support — familiarity with tracking scope, schedule, and resources
• Problem solving — manage complexity and prioritize issues and risks
• Team collaboration — build effective cross-functional working relationships
• Customer focus — understand and support customer-centric outcomes
• Accountability and results orientation — deliver reliably under competing demands

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Industrial Engineering preferred; Mechanical or Electrical Engineering considered)
• Minimal relevant work experience required — role designed for early career candidates
• Entry-level program candidates should be within two years of completing their highest degree (see eligibility below)
• Willingness to learn program management tools and Confidential Client systems

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Preferred Qualifications

• Project management experience (formal coursework or hands-on experience) — familiarity with PMO practices a plus
• Manufacturing or product launch experience — helpful for understanding scope and production constraints
• Experience communicating with global teams and senior stakeholders
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and follow-through on action items

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Work Location & Eligibility

• Required work location: On-site with flexibility (Columbus, OH area)
• Start date options: Jan 2027 or Jun 2027 (per program schedule)
• U.S. Early Careers eligibility:
  • Exempt Entry Level: external candidates within 2 years of completing their highest degree from an accredited U.S. college/university and currently residing within the continental U.S.
  • International students (U.S.-based roles): F‑1 students must have approved CPT or OPT that relates to the degree and is authorized by the university before assignment begins.

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Compensation (Estimated)

• Estimated pay: $88,857 per year — provided as an estimate. Actual compensation and benefits will be set by the Confidential Client and may vary based on experience, location, and role level.

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Why this role is a strong fit for early-career candidates

• Structured exposure to program and project management within a PMO environment
• Hands-on experience supporting product launch activities and cross-functional teams
• Opportunity to develop stakeholder management, risk/issue tracking, and program reporting skills
• Mentorship from experienced program managers and leaders

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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