Sr. Project Management Manager - Processes and Tools

GE Aerospace•Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

Unison, a GE Aerospace company, is the leading provider of differentiated engine controls, accessories, and performance monitoring solutions in the Aerospace, Defense & Space segments. Serving both original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket customers, Unison designs, manufactures and supplies the most advanced components and systems in the world. The Sr. Project Management Manager will be responsible for driving process and operational rigor across the enterprise and leading the business' total cost management strategy. In this role you will create and execute programs to improve and optimize the overall cost position for Unison responsive to internal and external environment and participate in cross-functional business operations and cultural development.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
Minimum of 5 years of experience, leading in Manufacturing, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Engineering or P&L

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred
Prior Cost Out experience in a manufacturing enterprise
Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
Demonstrated ability to operate in the FLIGHT DECK (Lean) Operating Systems
Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, bias for action
Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, demonstrated stakeholder management skills
Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
Basic understanding of GE Cost Management System, cost elements & calculations, Unison manufacturing processes, and IT systems
Experience in building new organizational capabilities and establishing standard work and effective operating rhythms
Knowledge of financial controls and business tracking systems
Cost out or productivity experience, deep understanding of financial data and cost drivers
Strong project management experience
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Exceptional stakeholder management aptitude and the ability to influence results at all levels of the organization
Ability to lead cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

Be the owner of the Net Cost Out KPI
Establish and manage Total Cost Out pipeline & operating cadences
Partner with finance & cost focals to identify & successfully implement cost reduction projects across Unison sites
Develops and execute strategies to reduce material and overhead costs
Define and implement standard work, operating rhythm, and escalation methods necessary to support the execution of cost optimization projects at the site and value stream level
Lead efforts to establish, resource and fund a multi-year total cost opportunity pipeline
Lead cross-functional teams or projects with minimal resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity
Drive collaboration across sites to scale successful cost approaches and lessons learned
Consolidate business data, perform analysis, formulate and champion recommendations, and assure implementation to support department objectives
Design, develop, implement, and institutionalize process improvements, focusing on enhanced transactional quality consistent with objectives
Lead special projects and events to identify and execute action plans to improve total cost management processes

Benefits

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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