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SUMMARY:The OEM Program Manager for Engine Accessories is in charge of all aspects of managing the business between VSE and two major OEM partners. This individual will have a complete market understanding along with high-level technical product expertise to produce deliverables to all internal and external stakeholders. This will require cross-functional work with the following contributing groups: Supplier Management, Supply Chain, Production, Engineering, Quality, Operations, Customer Network Management, Legal, Finance, and others. This individualwill help develop and contribute toward the execution of financial targets in line with the long-term strategic vision for this high-profileprogram.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Single point of contact, face of VSE to major OEM partners.
Responsible for understanding OEM requirements (technical, schedule, reporting) and ensuring they are met. This requires working cross-functionally within VSE and externally as needed to pull together all deliverables on schedule.
Develop a complete understanding of market dynamics and product lifecycle in order to help VSE maintain optimal processes and policies that will provide the most benefit to the program long-term.
Key aspects include strategic network planning, contract development & negotiations, contract administration, partner site audits of systems and processes, internal financial tracking and reporting, ensuring supplier scorecard metrics are understood and met.
Gather high-level engineering requirements and communicate internally to VSE program team.
Work cross functionally internally and with MRO network to develop and communicate product improvements, push through to approval with OEM partners.
World-wide travel to MRO, OEM, supplier facilities, tradeshows, etc.
Work with Business Development team to pitch VSE to new potential OEM partners.
Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree
6-7 years of relevant/technical work experience
An additional 3 yearspecific work experience in lieu of degree.
Ability to influence a diverse list of Stakeholders to successful delivery outcomes
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlookand scheduling applications
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Master's degree in business, customer service, supply chain or equivalent experience
10+ years prior experience of progressive leadership in aviation MRO/OEM industry
5+ years of large-scale program management experience
5+ years in the aviation industry
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
OTHER
The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.
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VSE is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
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