Program Manager

Sonaca

• $88K — $105K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering; Master's preferred in Business or Engineering Management.
  • 3-5 years' experience in roles like Program Manager or Key Account Manager in manufacturing sectors (e.g. Aerospace, Automotive).
  • Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office (Access, PowerPoint, Excel).
  • Understanding of business operations, particularly financial metrics related to programs.
  • Proven international program management experience.

Responsibilities

  • Lead assigned programs and develop/execution of Program Plans.
  • Foster teamwork within multi-functional PM teams, coaching for collaboration.
  • Coordinate efforts with Sales, Proposal, and Production teams as necessary.
  • Serve as primary customer contact or manage contract deviations and negotiations based on program needs.
  • Track KPIs and provide updates to management through dashboards monthly.
  • Report weekly status updates to program teams and PMO Manager at reviews.
  • Establish networks for effectively addressing complex issues.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within PM system.

Benefits

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Paid holidays and time off.
  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
  • Short and long-term disability coverage.
  • Employee assistance program for counseling and resources.
  • Wellness program and tuition assistance.
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Program Management Organization (PMO) Manager, the Program Manager is responsible for achieving the objectives of the Program(s) assigned. Ensure customer satisfaction while maintaining or exceeding the targeted program financial profitability.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead assigned Program(s), develop and execute Program Plans, identify and track deviations to the plans and undertake recovery actions
  • Lead multi-functional PM team (Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, etc.), you create a teamwork atmosphere and coach team members in order to enhance the highest level of collaboration and performance.
  • Coordinate with Sales, Proposal and Production personnel whenever necessary.
  • Depending on the Program and to be agreed on with the PMO Manager:
    • You may the SPOC for the customer and manage the customer relationship
    • You may ensure the 1st line contract management, identify deviation to the contract and negotiate the impacts with the customer
  • Track key process indicators (KPIs) including: financial margin, On Time Delivery (OTD), OQD, etc. Provide monthly dashboard KPI updates to top management at the monthly Steering Committee.
  • Provide weekly status and/or report to the program team and the PMO Manager at the weekly program reviews.
  • Establish an (internal/external) network to effectively escalate/solve complex issues
  • Contribute knowledge and experience to identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives as part of the PM system


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCES
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Master's degree in Business, Engineering Management, or Industrial Engineering preferred
  • 3-5 years of experience as a Program Manager, Bid Manager, Project Manager, Senior PMO, Lead Engineer, Key Account Manager in a manufacturing industry (e.g. Aerospace, Automotive, Naval, ...)
  • Demonstrated computer skills, especially Microsoft Office applications (Access, PowerPoint and Excel)
  • An understanding of overall business operations, including financial implications of program results for revenue, expenses and profit margins.
  • Proven experience of international Programs
  • Ability to influence without authority to ensure program milestone completion
  • Proven experience of leadership/followership out of formal hierarchical lines - you are a team player
  • Knowledge of MS Project, Knowledge of Planview is a plus
  • Positive attitude and the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills; ability to prioritize multiple projects/tasks simultaneously
  • Communicate effectively at all levels of the company
  • Must be organized and able to prioritize multiple projects/tasks simultaneously
  • Positive attitude and the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
  • Strong communication skills - both written and verbal


We take care of our people.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
  • Competitive wages
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Employee assistance plan - for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources
  • Wellness program
  • Tuition assistance
  • Subject to eligibility, terms, and conditions


This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees of the Company are employed on an "at will" basis and may be terminated at any time.

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