Assistant Program Manager - GM Defense
Assistant Program Manager - GM Defense
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Job Description
Job Description
Hybrid:This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren Michigan three times per week at minimum.
The Role
GM Defense is looking for a highly motivated and dynamic Assistant Program Manager who is eager to showcase their talents and make a significant impact in a strategic growth area. Our ideal candidate has familiarity and experience working with commercial engine programs and the cross-functional teams supporting that business. This is a Customer-facing role who will serve as their primary point of contact. Additionally the ideal candidate thrives in highly ambiguous situations and demonstrates problem-solving leadership with minimal oversight.
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What Youll Do
- Manage and oversee current execution of multiple simultaneous contracted programs within the GMD Engine portfolio.
- Collaborate with the Business Creation and Product Development leads to ensure future Request for Proposal submissions (technical feasibility timing resources etc.) are executable upon contract award.
- Execute the awarded contracts achieving customer requirements exceeding expectations and maximizing GM Defense profitability.
- Manage government and GM Defense program imperatives including schedule performance cost resources risk assessment and gap closure plans.
- Lead and manage the cross-functional program execution team (PET) enabling all participants to contribute to their full potential.
- Manage issues and risks through effective decision framing and drive for resolution.
- Communicate clearly through standalone presentations team meetings and one-on-one discussions with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Develop materials for internal gate reviews and external Government/Customer leadership reviews.
- Integrate all supporting functional processes.
- Drive on-time completion of work.
- Develop high-performing teams by establishing behavioral norms and clear priorities.
- Maintain effectiveness in changing environments and with different technologies and responsibilities while balancing Government/Customer and GM Defense priorities.
Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- Bachelors Degree
- 5 years of Planning Program Management or equivalent experience required (e.g. PMI certification)
- Proven program management experience leading complex programs
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
- Strong business acumen with experience and understanding of financial tracking during program execution with a keen attention to detail
- Experience in the design development and manufacturing of vehicles
- Excellent ability to deal with ambiguity in a fast paced environment
- Proven track record of developing and driving high-performance teams
- Strong framing and communication skills
- Organizational agility and managerial courage
- Proficient in MS Office including PowerPoint Excel Word and Project.
- Candidate must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen U.S. permanent resident asylee or refugee)
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- MBA or equivalent degree
- Familiarity with GM Engine portfolio
- Familiarity with the defense industry including knowledge of Acquisition frameworks Business Development Planning Portfolio Planning Engineering Manufacturing Finance Accounting Purchasing and Supply Chain
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
The position is subject to export control restrictions and requires the successful candidate to be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen U.S. permanent resident asylee or refugee).
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