Product Manager, Obsolescence Projects and OE Programmes at GE MOTORS

Gloucester, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Project Management, Programme Leadership, P&L Responsibility, Lean Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Negotiating Skills, Problem Solving, Numeracy, Analytical Skills, Organizational Ability, Technical Background, Communication Skills, Risk Management, Customer Satisfaction, Lifecycle Management, Change Control

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Job Description Summary We have an exciting opportunity at our Dowty Propellers site in Gloucester for a Product Manager, Obsolescence Projects and OE Programmes. In this role, you will resolve business obsolescence challenges, which are critical to the achievement of our business objectives and strategic growth plans. Leading cross-functional project teams and working closely with stakeholders at all levels of the business, you will define objectives, put in place detailed project plans and apply rigorous project management practices to ensure adherence to time/cost/schedule and identify and mitigate risk. You will also integrate and lead the execution of OE Programmes for airborne propeller systems, whilst managing OE products throughout their respective lifecycles. Working closely with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders you will lead teams to resolve complex issues and achieve financial and contractual objectives to required timescales. Job Description Essential Responsibilities: Project management of projects of varying size/complexity Programme leadership and P&L responsibility for assigned programmes Manage relationships with customers and adherence to contractual obligations Lean leadership: contribute to definition and delivery of Kaizen activities. Additional Responsibilities: Manage product changes required for obsolescence resolution, reliability improvement, cost reduction or in response to customer request Product lifecycle management via Tollgate process Project management, including scope definition, change control to avoid uncontrolled scope creep, maintaining a comprehensive risk/opportunity register and an active risk mitigation plan, establishing and maintaining accurate project budget/forecast Organise and lead project reviews, ensuring robust project, financial and commercial governance utilising tollgate framework as appropriate Identify and implement appropriate metrics to monitor project progress Organize and lead programme and contract reviews/ IPTs/PMRs with internal and external customers, ensuring robust programme, financial and commercial governance Monitor and drive improvement of customer satisfaction as demonstrated by customer OTD/Quality scorecard metrics Deliver budget Establish and maintain accurate Sales forecasts via business financial rhythms Demand Management (OE) via S&OP process Manage pricing; identify and drive initiatives to enhance growth/margin Manage bids and proposals for assigned programmes Identify, escalate, and resolve issues which impact customer satisfaction, safety, quality, and/or OTD Risk and opportunity management Contribute to monthly review and continuous development of MOR metrics for OE Programmes. Qualifications/Requirements: Educated to Degree level in Business, Engineering, Law or similar, or equivalent level of knowledge and experience Proven experience of leading Programme/Product activities in a matrixed organization within the Aviation Industry Project management skills, including scope, resource and schedule management Excellent oral and written communication and stakeholder management skills Negotiating skills Excellent drive and commitment with ability to work under minimum supervision Demonstrable track record in managing multiple projects simultaneously to required timeline, quality and cost Problem solving Numeracy Demonstrates GE Leadership Behaviours Willingness and ability to travel internationally up to 10%. Desired Characteristics: Strong interpersonal and leadership skills Ability to influence others at all levels and lead small teams Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact Effective problem identification and solution skills Proven analytical and organizational ability Technical background in Aerospace/Aviation or similar Ability to manage work priorities on a day to day basis to meet overall team, functional and business priorities PMI certified. Flexible Working GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance. Total Reward At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible. As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs; Non-contributory Pension Life Assurance Group income protection Private medical cover Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell Security Clearance Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS Right to Work Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.

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Responsibilities

The Product Manager will lead cross-functional project teams to resolve business obsolescence challenges and manage OE products throughout their lifecycles. This includes defining objectives, creating detailed project plans, and ensuring adherence to time, cost, and schedule.