Project Manager

Oshkosh Corporation•Oshkosh, WI

About The Position

Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions. The Project Manager is responsible for managing the Service Provider Network. This unique position includes growing and aligning our current network with our International Growth Strategy. This role involves working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and ensuring coverage of service providers are strategically positioned globally to increase operational fleet readiness for all foreign and domestic customers. Additionally, this role will include planning, leading, and executing medium to large-scale projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring alignment with business objectives, stakeholder expectations, and (where applicable) government contract and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three (3) or more years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the role.
Ability to travel up to 15%

Nice To Haves

PMP or CAPM certification
Experience in government or defense contracting; familiarity with FAR/DFARS
Proficient with Smartsheet, Primavera P6, Jira, Confluence, and other Atlassian tools
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, macros, VBA) and reporting experience with Power BI or Tableau
Knowledge in E1 and/or ERP systems
Strong background in data analytics used to develop reports, charts, spreadsheets, and dashboards (Excel & Power BI)
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, or CMMI frameworks
Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complete project lifecycles
Strong knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies
Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), SharePoint
Ability to travel as needed

Responsibilities

Identify, select, and onboard service providers based on project scope, contractual requirements, success criteria, and deliverables in collaboration with various stakeholders.
Understanding foreign trade regulations, legal frameworks, and compliance standards for labor laws, importing and exporting goods, etc.
Effective risk mitigation by effectively soliciting and negotiating rates and costs with potential and existing service providers.
Exceptional oral communication and virtual skills using PowerPoints, Visio, and Excel graphs or charts to aid in navigating language barriers during in person and virtual meetings.
Familiarity in automotive or military vehicle maintenance service activities.
Perform audits, provide feedback, and proactively identify and resolve issues, risks, and conflicts.
Cultural awareness and sensitivity while working with diverse working practices, communication styles, and cultural nuances.
Implement corrective actions when performance deviates from plan.
Ensure successful project closure, validating all deliverables and outcomes.
Lead and brief cross-functional teams from Warranty, Contracts, Subcontracts, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, IT, Finance, and external partners.
Serve as the primary liaison for customers and service providers on projects that require service providers.
Facilitate effective communication across internal teams, suppliers, customers, and executive stakeholders.
Prepare and deliver status updates, reports, and briefings to stakeholders, including government customers.
Monitor progress using Scorecards, KPIs, earned value metrics (EVM), dashboards, and tracking tools.
Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including schedules, risk registers, status reports, issue logs, and performance summaries.
Ensure compliance with internal policies, quality standards, and applicable regulations (e.g., ISO, IATF 16949, FAR/DFARS).
Support internal/external audits and manage scope change requests in coordination with contracts and legal teams.
Identify and mitigate project risks; manage scope changes and implement change control procedures.
Monitor adherence to quality and technical requirements.
Drive process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
Support proposal development and cost estimation efforts for new opportunities.
Monitor junior team members and contribute to the development of PMO tools, templates, and best practices.