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General Description:
- Responsible for ensuring the overall success of a program including interfacing with internal/external disciplines including Engineering, Finance, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, and Purchasing.
- Coordinate and direct programs, making detailed plans to accomplish goals.
- Direct, review, and approve product design and changes.
- Coordinates and monitors the scheduling, pricing, and technical performance of company programs.
- Responsibilities also include aiding in the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes and coordinating preparations of proposals, plans, specifications, and financial conditions of contracts.
- Develops new business and expands product line.
- Ensures adherence to master plans and schedules, develops solutions to program problems, and directs work of incumbents assigned to program from various departments.
- Ensures projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Acts as advisor to program team regarding projects, tasks, and operations.
Education:
- BS/BA required
- MBA/MS preferred
Experience:
- Requires 5-8 years of experience
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Leadership: Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills are needed to manage a diverse, cross-functional team without direct authority.
- Technical knowledge: Strong understanding of engineering principles, product development, and manufacturing processes, particularly in the supplier's specific area of expertise.
- Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are necessary for effectively interfacing with customers, internal teams, and executive management.
- Problem-solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to proactively address issues and develop viable countermeasures.
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