OEM Equipment Program Manager

Advantage Technical
$100,000.00-$150,000.00
paid time off, paid holidays
United States, California, Fountain Valley
Dec 05, 2025
Job Title: OEM Equipment Program Manager Location: Fountain Valley, CA Salary: $100,000-$150,000 Travel: 5%-10% for trade shows, conferences, and dealership visits Position Overview: The Program Manager, OEM Equipment Programs is the primary client contact and subject matter expert for all aspects of OEM-approved equipment programs. This role combines deep technical knowledge of dealership service garages with advanced program and project management skills. The successful candidate will manage equipment sourcing, validation, and approval processes for OEM partners, while leading complex, multi-location facility projects, national rollouts, and multiple concurrent initiatives. This position also provides expert guidance and escalation support for dealership operations, corporate teams, and equipment suppliers. Key Responsibilities: Technical Service Garage Expertise & SME Role Serve as the technical subject matter expert for service garage design, layout, equipment integration, and service operations. Collaborate with OEM partners to define and maintain dealership service standards, requirements, and best practices. Evaluate and recommend innovative equipment solutions to improve dealership efficiency, productivity, and customer experience. Support enforcement of facility and service standards across dealerships, ensuring alignment with OEM requirements. Program & Project Management Lead national rollout programs for approved equipment, coordinating multiple concurrent projects across regions. Develop, maintain, and execute project plans, timelines, and deliverables while keeping projects on track and on budget. Facilitate project hand-offs to Facility Action Teams for implementation, ensuring smooth transitions and adherence to standards. Manage project communications with internal teams, OEMs, dealership leadership, and equipment suppliers to maintain alignment and accountability. Client Relations & Stakeholder Engagement Act as the primary point of contact for all OEM equipment program needs and escalations. Build and maintain relationships with OEM Service and Retail Development Groups, Regional Managers, dealership leadership, and key suppliers. Provide guidance and facilitate collaboration between dealership teams, corporate stakeholders, and OEM partners. Deliver presentations, status reports, and program updates to senior management and clients. Customer Support & Program Operations Oversee resolution of escalated customer or dealership issues, ensuring timely and professional follow-up. Maintain accurate databases of approved equipment and service tools, ensuring data integrity and accessibility. Track program metrics, report on progress, and recommend continuous improvement initiatives. Identify business development opportunities that enhance account growth and program adoption. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred. Minimum 5-7 years of experience in program, project, or account management with national-level initiatives. Strong, hands-on technical experience in service garage operations, dealership service departments, and automotive service equipment. Demonstrated success managing multiple concurrent projects and cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization. Proven ability to work with senior executives, OEM partners, and equipment suppliers effectively. Exceptional communication, presentation, and facilitation skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and project management tools. High energy, proactive mindset, and strong relationship-building skills. Experience in national dealership rollouts, multi-site project coordination, and automotive industry programs preferred. Our partner company can provide you with the vital benefits that you deserve. A list of benefits will be provided to you upon hire. Interested? We have a fast, easy online application process. Click 'Apply Now,' and a recruiter will contact you soon! The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for our employees. Based on the details of your position, we provide a variety of benefits to our employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans, pre-tax savings plans, pre-tax parking and commuter plans, supplemental health and welfare plans, a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and paid holidays. Other rewards may include short-term incentives and paid time off. After you have applied, download our Staffmark Group WorkNOW App to receive real-time job offers and apply for additional opportunities. You can download it from the App Store or get it on Google Play. About Us Advantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies. Advantage Technical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. 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