Programme Manager
Date: Oct 14, 2024
Location: Papendrecht, NL
Company: GKN Aerospace Careers
GKN Aerospace is ‘s werelds meest toonaangevende leverancier binnen de vliegtuigindustrie. Met 38 productielocaties in 12 landen bedienen we meer dan 90% van ‘s werelds vliegtuig- en motorfabrikanten. Wij ontwerpen en produceren innovatieve slimme ruimtevaartsystemen en componenten. Elke keer dat je per vliegtuig reist, is het waarschijnlijk dat GKN je op weg helpt.
We zijn op zoek naar mensen die een verschil willen maken, getalenteerde medewerkers met de vaardigheden en passies om het beste te worden in wat ze doen.
Job Summary
The Program manager is responsible for the execution of the business case and contract in line with requirements and the agreed scope.
Supports the Program Director with NPI activities up to and including Lifecycle Gate 7 and with on-going management activities of the program from Lifecycle Gate 7 and beyond. Supports the Program Director with Change Control Board activities and pricing proposals.
Job Responsibilities
Supports the execution of the program (including changes) to comply with all the business case and contractual requirements for their products.
Responsible for continuously monitoring the performance of the allocated programs, managing off-track items and for reporting progress through the PPS.
- Creates Program Improvement Plans including cost improvement, pricing initiatives, enable Zero Defects Manufacturing in close cooperation with Operations, redesign initiatives, gaining agreement with relevant stakeholders.
- Provides input to make, move, buy decisions and strategic procurement decisions.
- Supports the PD / VP in defining the vision, strategy, budget for the program to optimize cash flow, profitability and growth.
- Adheres to all program management standards and policies in accordance with the GKN Aerospace Program Management framework and contribute to process development.
- Actively executes Risk, Issue and Opportunity Management to control and mitigate the risk exposure and take advantage of opportunities.
- Responsible for planning and performance of Life Cycle Gate, including preceding Reviews.
- Responsible for updating Sales / Demand Plan and initiating demand management for serial purchase orders.
- Supports the PD/VP in preparing cost and pricing proposals in close cooperation with the commercial & contracts organization.
Job Qualifications
Has the ability to create, manage and execute a project plan.
Has strong communication skills and the ability to achieve by influencing others.
- Experience in commercial, engineering or operations within the Aerospace industry.
- Ability to build relationships with customers and other external stakeholders.
- Financial acumen and understanding of the business models within Aerospace.
- Either completed or registered for acknowledged Program Management Certification.
Whats in it for you.
Besides an innovative and international work environment that offers you a good work-life balance
We offer you opportunities to learn and grow, a competitive salary (Grade M/N) pension plan, 29 vacation days / 13 ADV days and travel allowance (from 10 km single journey) as well.
How to apply
Are you interested in this position and does your background meet the requirements? Please use the Apply Now button.
Questions? Please contact our Recruiter Mark Streep on mark.streep@fokker.com
Are you interested in this position and does your background meet the requirements? Please use the Apply Now button.
Questions? Please contact our Recruiter Mark Streep on mark.streep@fokker.com
Diversity Inclusion and Belonging (DIB)
As a global engineering company, innovation is what differentiates us from our competitors and is central to our success.
A balance of cultures, ethnicities and genders help bring new ideas and creativity to GKN. We need people of different backgrounds, with different skills and perspectives to spark originality, imagination and creativeness in our teams around the world.
GKN is an equal opportunity employer.
We treat all our employees and applicants fairly and are committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination or harassment against any employee or qualified applicant on the grounds of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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