program manager iii

Sechan Electronics, Inc.; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Sechan Electronics, Inc. is seeking a Senior Program Manager to serve as the primary customer contact, overseeing contractual aspects, program changes, and customer satisfaction.

You will lead integrated program teams, translating requirements and aligning internal functions, customers, and suppliers to ensure successful project execution. You will proactively pursue new opportunities, develop proposals, negotiate deals, and maintain cohesion between contracts and Sechan proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a technical, business, or financial discipline, Master’s Degree preferred.
• Extensive experience with program management tools, methodologies, and industry standards, including bringing new products to production.
• Experience with earned value management (EVM) practices for programs >$1M.

Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities and revenue streams leveraging relationships.
• Lead development of proposals and launch strategies; oversee negotiations for new opportunities.
• Ensure alignment between customer contracts and Sechan proposals for successful execution.
• Translate customer requirements across the organization to ensure clarity among stakeholders.
• Build comprehensive project plans with milestones and deliverables; assign accountability.
• Manage project schedules and mitigate risks to maintain customer satisfaction.
• Articulate financial performance and implement risk mitigation and lessons learned.

Skills

Innovation

Customer focus

Contracts and ethics

Operations & scheduling

Process improvement

Financial analysis

Professional development

Influence & negotiation

Communication & presentation

multitask management

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical/business/financial

Master's degree preferred

EVM knowledge

PMP certification desired

Tools

Sequel database products

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Senior Program Manager serves as the primary point of contact for customers; manages all contractual aspects, oversees program changes and ensures customer satisfaction. This role leads integrated program teams, effectively facilitating communication and collaboration between internal functions, customers, and suppliers.

Position Responsibilities

• Proactively seek and identify new business opportunities and revenue streams, leveraging existing customer relationships and business strategies to identify potential areas for growth.
• Lead the development of new proposals, initiating launch strategies and overseeing negotiations to secure new opportunities.
• Ensure precise alignment between customer contracts and Sechan proposals, establishing cohesion critical for successful project execution.
• Effectively communicate and translate customer requirements across the organization, fostering clarity and alignment among all stakeholders.
• Establish comprehensive project plans, assigning accountability for major milestones, action items, and customer deliverables, ensuring clarity and accountability within the team.
• Manage project schedules: adeptly and proactively mitigate schedule-related risks, ensuring optimum customer satisfaction.
• Articulate project-level financial successes or deficiencies, initiating risk mitigation strategies, and implementing lessons learned for long-term profitability.
• Lead and recommend improvements in existing business processes, driving continuous enhancement and efficiency within the organization.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to drive the vision, fulfill the mission, and abide by the values of this organization.

Skills & Abilities

• Proven track record in innovation demonstrated through successful new product/process development projects.
• Demonstrated strong customer focus by integrating customer needs and feedback into project strategies, resulting in enhanced customer satisfaction.
• Applied comprehensive knowledge of business contracts, laws, and ethics in professional contexts, contributing to informed decision-making and ethical practices.
• Extensive experience in operational domains including scheduling, procurement, manufacturing, test engineering, and quality systems, evidenced by successful project implementations or roles undertaken.
• Led and executed significant corporate process improvement initiatives, driving enhanced efficiency and performance within the organization.
• Proficient in financial analysis, including interpreting income statements, balance sheets, and conducting return on investment analysis, applying financial insights to program management and decision-making.
• Actively engages in professional development through memberships and industry-relevant certifications, ensuring up-to-date knowledge in Program Management and Industry standards.
• Demonstrates strong influence-management, negotiation, and assertiveness skills, effectively navigating complex situations and negotiations.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, fostering clear and effective communication across diverse stakeholders.
• Superior ability to organize and manage multiple priorities, ensuring efficient task management and project execution.
• Commitment to company values and employee development, reflecting dedication to organizational culture and growth.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required for business needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and expertise in sequel database products or relevant software required for efficient execution of responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a technical, business, or financial discipline, preferably in [mention specific fields or areas of study], Masters Degree Preferred.
• Extensive knowledge and hands‑on experience in utilizing program management tools, methodologies, and industry standards, showcasing over 10 years of experience in successfully bringing new products into production.
• Demonstrated understanding and application of earned value management (EVM) practices, evidenced by effective reporting and management of programs exceeding $1M in value.
• Proven people management skills, leadership abilities, and conflict resolution expertise, with a strong track record of leading high‑performance teams and resolving conflicts effectively.
• Proficiency as a talented proposal writer and mentor in proposal reviewing, demonstrating success in leading captures exceeding $5M in value.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance, as required.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification desired.

Work Environment

• Office Environment: Requires physical capability to work in an office environment including sit/stand up to 9 hours a day and use basic office tools such as a computer, copier/printer, etc. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• 1st Shift: additional hours as needed to meet demand. Occasional off‑shift hours may also be required to provide support to operations.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Office located in Lititz, PA, with occasional visited to Lancaster facility.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled