Programme Manager Position Available In Elmore, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: GKN Aerospace Careers is seeking a Programme Manager for their Alabama account. This role involves managing and leading projects, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, and supporting the Program Director with improvement plans. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, five years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. US citizenship or equivalent is required for export control compliance.
Job Description
Programme Manager Date:
Apr 21, 2025
Location:
Tallassee, AL, US Company:
GKN Aerospace Careers Job Summary GKN is seeking a PPM (“Program Project Manager”) for our Alabama account. This person will mange and lead the project(s) throughout the it’s duration. The role will take responsibility for all open NPI`s (“New Product Implementation”) within the Alabama Engines account and bring the products through Lifecycle gate 7.0 with close collaboration of the NPI team. The PPM reports to the GE Program Director as part of the IPT and is a member of the Program Management team. Job Responsibilities
The PPM supports the execution of the Project within time, quality, budget and must comply with all contractual requirements.
Secure a successful transition of NPI Project’s from inception through development until product is delivered to the customer.
The PPM reports on a variety of applicable KPI’s for each project such as schedule, cash flow and working capital targets. Support the Program Director (PD) with improvement plans, affordability initiatives, and monitor the progress to achieve the plan.
Representing the customer within the Site(s), being the voice of the customer and managing customer interactions.
Supporting the PD by defining the vision, strategy, objectives, operational plan and budget for their account to optimize cash flow, profitability and growth. Ensuring deployment of the project management standards in the program team.
Assessing project risk through appropriate risk mitigations tools and executing to plan.
The PPM has a strong relationship with operations and makes the required arrangements to enable the success of the project.
Adheres to all program / project management standards and policies in accordance with the GKN Aerospace Program Management framework and contribute to process development. Responsible for planning and performance of Life Cycle Gates.
Take ownership of the Project Management tools in use and ensures adherence at all times.
Responsible for undertaking any other activity required to ensure successful delivery of the Program/Project.
Job Qualifications Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or related field of study.
Minimum of five years of relevant business experience practicing the fundamentals of Program / Project Management, Finance and LEAN principles
Must be a US Persons (US Citizen, Green Card Holder / US permanent resident, refugee or asylee) to meet export control compliance requirements Preferred Qualifications Passion for the Aerospace industry
Demonstrated interpersonal, negotiation, organizational and communication skills
Ability to create, manage and execute a project plan.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to build relationships with customers and other internal / external stakeholders.
Financial acumen.
Understanding of the business models within Aerospace.
Either completed or registered for acknowledged Program Management Certification
Ability to build and lead teams.
Operates with a sense of urgency.
