Program Manager

B/E Aerospace, a wholly owned subsidiary of Rockwell Collins Inc., is a leading manufacturer of aircraft interior products and we currently have some exciting positions based at our Leighton Buzzard facility, including an Program Manager.

Reporting to the Program Director, you will be responsible for program managing all aspects of the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities include:

- Program manage a new product introduction (NPI) with multiple projects running concurrently and within a matrix organization in conjunction with other project and program managers
- Liaise with internal departments to ensure that customer requests / deadlines are achieved under budget
- Generate a strong focus within the team on customer relationships and delivery of the internal objectives
- Generation of quotations
- Track the financial performance of the products and be a part of the team to improve its financial contribution to the business
- Act as a customer focal
- Contribute to the implementation of robust project management processes
- Communication with customer on both technical and commercial issues
- Generate a strong focus on customer relationships and development
- Lead Continuous Improvement Activities
- Pro-active member of the Structures Management Team and A350 Program Team, contributing to the improvement of the business

We are looking for a degree qualified candidate with the following experience:

- Computer literate (Microsoft Office Suite, Project and JDE)
- Knowledge of NPI product lifecycle - JDP, PDR, CDR, FAI
- Commercial knowledge / awareness and a strong focus on the delivery of internal objectives
- Good planning skills (Microsoft Project or Primavera)
- Knowledge of Earned Value Management
- Proven strong programme management skills in a matrix environment
- Focus on customer satisfaction
- Able to think 'outside the box'