Program Manager (H/F) - SAFRAN ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS UK LTD

AEROCONTACT; Slough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Eine innovative Firma sucht einen Programm-Manager, der für den Erfolg von Projekten verantwortlich ist. In dieser Schlüsselrolle leiten Sie multifunktionale Teams und koordinieren Aktivitäten, um die Geschäftsziele zu erreichen. Sie sind verantwortlich für die Planung, Kommunikation und das Management aller kommerziellen Aspekte der Programme. Mit einem starken Fokus auf Projektmanagementmethoden wie Agile und Scrum werden Sie die Entwicklung neuer Projekte vorantreiben und sicherstellen, dass alle Beteiligten auf dem gleichen Stand sind. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für die Luftfahrtindustrie haben und in einem dynamischen Umfeld arbeiten möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Qualifications

• Erfahrung im Programm- oder Projektmanagement, vorzugsweise in der Luftfahrt- oder Raumfahrtindustrie.
• Starke Kenntnisse in Projektmanagement-Methoden und -Techniken.

Responsibilities

• Verantwortlich für das Management von Programmen und Aktivitäten, einschließlich Risikoidentifikation.
• Koordination von unterstützenden Funktionen und Partnern zur Sicherstellung des Erfolgs.

Skills

Programm-Management

Projektmanagement

Agile

Scrum

Wasserfall

Analytische Fähigkeiten

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Problem-Lösungsfähigkeiten

Education

Bachelor-Abschluss in Ingenieurwesen

Fortgeschrittener Abschluss (bevorzugt)

Tools

Microsoft Project

JIRA

Asana

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

SAFRAN ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS UK LTD recrute:

I. Job Summary
• To take overall responsibility for the success of assigned Programmes and/or Product Families to ensure that they achieve their stated business objectives, for the full product lifecycle.
• To lead multi-functional teams, coordinate the activities of all staff supporting the assigned activities, fostering a team ethic and facilitating cooperation among all participants.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Programme and Project Management: To be responsible for the successful management of programmes and activities, identifying and managing risks, and taking appropriate steps for successful outcomes.
   • Set clear & agreed objectives.
   • Identify, assess, record, and review risks.
2. Sales Proposal Validation: To validate sales proposals and technical estimates to ensure acceptability.
   • Ensure full understanding of proposals and estimates.
   • Raise questions for clarification or concern.
   • Prepare the Business Case with the sales team.
   • Obtain proper sign-off and documentation.
3. Commercial and Financial Oversight: To manage all commercial and financial aspects of programmes or projects.
   • Monitor sales and profit, take remedial actions if needed.
   • Identify cost reduction and profitability improvement opportunities.
   • Highlight areas of concern.
4. Planning and Communication: To establish and communicate an agreed Plan for the programme.
   • Document plan with milestones and timescales.
   • Collaborate and agree with all programme partners.
   • Ensure plan is understood and widely communicated.
5. Coordination of Supporting Functions: To coordinate activities of supporting functions and partners.
   • Ensure support and resources from other functions.
   • Manage relationships and coordinate work of partners.
6. Review Meetings: To arrange and manage regular project review meetings.
   • Organise & chair meetings.
   • Record and ensure completion of actions.
   • Manage project modifications.
7. Progress Communication: To report programme progress regularly.
   • Provide reports to Programme Director & Senior Managers.
   • Raise concerns timely.
8. Contract Management: To establish comprehensive contracts for programmes.
   • Discuss contractual requirements early.
   • Ensure effective contracts and regular reviews.
9. Business Development: To work with Sales and Product Managers in defining and bidding for new projects and maintaining market knowledge.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration, or related field; advanced degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in program or project management, preferably in the aviation or aerospace industry.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques, such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, Asana).
• Proficiency in spreadsheet tools (Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets).