Customer Program Manager

The Atlas Group•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Position Summary: Employee is responsible for total management of specific customer platforms. Total synchronization of all programs related internal departments (Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Assembly, Manufacturing, and Quality)

Requirements

Experience developing supplier relationships with resulting improvements in services
Experience in reducing material costs and managing capital expenditures
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with vendors, management, and co-workers.
Ability to interface with technical and non-technical personnel.
Knowledge of supplier owned inventory
Experience with Microsoft Office suite such as Word, Excel, Power Point and Project
Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
Three (3) years’ experience in Project / Program Management, Procurement, Accounting, or Finance.
Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
Must have close visual acuity.

Nice To Haves

Experience working within a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment preferred.
May be subject to atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dust.

Responsibilities

Follow all established quality management system procedures and work instructions as applicable.
Manage integrated project management team focusing on project activities and overall project plans
Work with diverse teams and help coordinate activities to support project implementation.
Negotiate contract and subcontract terms and conditions, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and teaming agreements with the goal of establishing contracts and agreements with favorable terms
Create complex purchase contracts with negotiated terms and conditions using established policies and procedures as required satisfying customer requirements for goods and services
Develop recommendations to improve policies and procedures
Ensure equitable commitment is made with suppliers in support of customer needs and goals
Develop standard reporting guidelines for performance monitoring
Develop standard performance metrics for performance monitoring
Monitor and maintain inventory based on demand, schedules and forecasting activity
Interface with internal and external customers and suppliers to ensure execution of VITRON strategies
Manage supplier performance and ensure satisfactory contract performance is maintained
Develop standard performance metrics for performance monitoring
Prepare and attend all VITRON production status meetings and provide status as required
Ensure profitability on procured products.