Job summary
The program manager, as program team coordinator, is responsible for leading the extended cross-functional program team to ensure real-time sharing of information and team cohesion around common objectives.The program manager is responsible for delivering the Program objectives through the Safran PROMPT process, managing program performance, risks, product configuration and modifications according to internal rules & processes.This position will be responsible for management of various programs at varying levels of the product lifecycle including new product introduction (NPI) efforts, serial production, aftermarket support and retirement from service.
Job seniority: mid-to-senior level
Responsibilities
• Planning and execution of project in accordance with PROMPT procedures whilst meeting internal and customer milestones• Define and implement overall Program strategy in accordance with business objectives• Managing the work packages of a multi-disciplined team• Adherence to non-recurring costs and recurring cost elements of business plan• Customer liaison and maintenance of customer relationship• Internal reporting, including project review presentations to the Senior Leadership team• Leadership of resolution of customer issues if/as they arise.• Compilation and publication of visual metrics, presentations and written reports• Provide forecast data for assigned programs as part of the monthly Demand review process and the annual Mid-Term Plan (MTP) process.• Ensuring changes are managed in compliance with PROMPT, Production Readiness and In-service Readiness procedures, where relevant
Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with relevant experience• 5 years of experience in an Engineering or Program role in the aerospace industry or other heavily regulated industry.• Project and/or program management experience in a manufacturing industry preferred• Candidates with experience leading multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams preferred.• Experience in Continuous Improvements and/or Lean Process Development• Experience with work break down structures, scheduling, pricing, and estimating• Demonstrated ability to deliver against key milestones and cost targets• Excellent leadership, influencing, teamwork and communication skills• Emotionally resilient and able to drive projects effectively for excellence against demanding targets in a complex, multi-disciplined environment• Customer oriented and able to operate effectively in a high pressure environment and pressing customer deadlines
