TalentWorld is recruiting a Project Operations Manager in North York, Ontario for one of its valued partners.

If you’re exploring new opportunities in the automotive field, this role could be an excellent fit.

In this position, you will be responsible for managing strategic automotive projects and business partnerships within the Canadian market, combining project management, business development, commercial negotiations and cross-functional leadership to support the successful execution and growth of key customer programs.

Schedule: Full-time, fully onsite in North York, Ontario

What’s in it for you

- The typical hiring range for this position is $120,000 to $160,000 per year and is specific to candidates located in Ontario. The salary will be determined based on your knowledge, skills and competencies, and you’ll have room to grow after you join! If you’re interested in the position but your expectations don’t fully align with the provided range, we still encourage you to apply! Considerations may be made based on your experience level
- 15% target bonus
- Opportunity to work on strategic automotive projects within the Canadian market
- Collaborate with automotive customers and cross-functional teams across North America and internationally
- Travel will be required as part of the role

Project Operations Manager Responsibilities

- Lead and manage strategic automotive projects and business initiatives within the Canadian market
- Build and maintain strong relationships with OEM and Tier 1 customers, external partners and key stakeholders




- Manage projects throughout the lifecycle, coordinating across engineering, operations, finance, sales, quality and supply chain teams
- Support business development activities and identify opportunities to develop new customer relationships and strategic partnerships
- Lead commercial negotiations and support partnership agreements through to signing
- Manage and review international commercial contracts, pricing and other commercial requirements
- Evaluate project financial performance, including ROI, P&L;, business cases, costs and overall profitability
- Coordinate cross-functional teams across North America and international markets to ensure successful project execution
- Monitor project timelines, deliverables, risks and financial performance, escalating and resolving issues as required
- Represent the organization in customer meetings, commercial discussions and negotiations

Project Operations Manager Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree or above; MBA is preferred
- 8+ years of relevant automotive industry experience, ideally within an OEM or Tier 1 supplier environment
- 5+ years of project management, program management, business development and/or commercial experience
- Experience managing automotive projects,



customers or strategic business partnerships within the Canadian market
- Strong customer-facing experience with the ability to manage relationships with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers and external business partners
- Demonstrated experience with commercial negotiations, contracts and partnership agreements
- Strong understanding of project financials, including ROI, P&L;, profitability and business case analysis
- Experience working with international customers, partners and cross-cultural teams
- Proven ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams
- PMP certification is considered an asset; equivalent project management experience will also be considered
- Strong English communication, presentation and negotiation skills; Mandarin language skills are considered an asset
- Ability to travel as required

This posting is for a position that is currently vacant within one of our client organizations or within our own.

Interested in Project Operations Manager role in North York? Apply now! And you could have a job tomorrow!

Accommodation is available upon request to support your participation during all stages of the recruitment process.

TalentWorld is a Canadian leader in staffing, offering diverse opportunities for professional growth, versatile schedules, and career advancement. Embracing diversity, all are welcome to apply.

Please note that AI tools may be used to support the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.

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📌 Project Operations Manager (Canada)
🏢 TalentWorld
📍 Canada