Manager, New Program Development
Date: Apr 11, 2024
Location: Downsview, ON, CA, M3K 1Y5
Company: Bombardier
Chef de service, Gestion de programmes
In your role, you will
- Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, outlining key milestones, deadlines and risks to support the entry into service of a new program
- Lead the integration and harmonization of all aspects of the development program including the technical, operational, financial, suppliers, options management, in lined with the program requirements and objectives;
- Act as the primary program focal for cross-functional stakeholders to align on the operational execution and deliverables to support program requirements and objectives; provide regular updates, address concerns and mitigate risks
- Participate in program, engineering, customer, marketing and supplier reviews providing support and visibility to the teams, suppliers, customers and management;
- Monitor and analyze project performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions to support production readiness
- Collaborate with other program managers to provide visibility on the monthly actuals. Participate the forecast exercises, aligning cross-functional teams to ensure financial commitments are met;
- Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery within scope, budget & timeline constraints.
- Cultivate strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, partners, and suppliers to enhance the overall program performance.
- Uphold a commitment to quality, ensuring productions meet or exceed customer expectations while complying with relevant regulations and standards.
As our ideal candidate
- You have ten (10) years of program and organizational management experience within the aviation or a related industry.
- You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or a related discipline
- You are organized and have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- You have advanced knowledge of program / project scheduling as well as business and product change management;
- You have methods/production experience and feel comfortable working closely with production to de risk/optimize and provide solutions to maintain established cycle times.
- You have strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide teams towards common objectives
- You are flexible, adaptable and can manage and lead team priorities
- You have thorough knowledge of functional responsibilities and internal processes of groups supporting new program development and business processes;
- You are pro-active, results orientated and innovative with a view for business improvement;
- You have strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and build consensus without formal authority;
- You are able to work independently as well as within teams in a fast-paced environment with an ability to prioritize multiple personal and program level work assignments simultaneously to meet performance targets;
- You are able to communicate in English and French (written & spoken)
- You have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office