Sr Manager, Programs

General Dynamics (Red Lion PA, USA) Follow 2 days ago

Full-time Initiation Disciplinary Action Discretion Microsoft Office Program Management

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Job Summary

Plans, monitors and manages internal programs from initiation through completion | Leads or coordinates programs, resourcing, staffing, progress reporting, troubleshooting and indirect people management | Monitors performance and recommends schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions | Responsibilities are within the Project Management Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines

Impact of the Role

General Profile

Manages professional employees and/or supervisors
Must have at least one professional expert or one supervisor as a direct report
Has accountability for the performance and results of a team within own area of specialty
Adapts departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges
Decisions and problem solving are guided by policies, procedures and department plan; receives guidance from manager
Provides technical guidance to employees, colleagues and/or customers
Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

Has P&L responsibility
Manages and oversees corporate programs that meet the needs of the organization or its employees or customers.
Develops and implements program processes and policies, directs program management staff, and works with other department leaders to define, prioritize, and develop projects and programs.
Supervises the work of programs staff to ensure that work in completed on time or in accordance with established standards or specifications.
Ensures that activities are in compliance with organizational policies and any relevant external regulations.
Reviews all aspects of corporate programs, including planning, budgeting, staffing, and performance.
Presents programs status updates to senior management or other stakeholders.
Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions related to hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions with concurrence from HR & General Managers.

Required Qualifications

Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 7-8 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
Discipline/Major: Business degree preferred
Knowledge, skills & abilities: Ability to develop and mentor others. Management skills. Leadership skills. Oral and written communication skills. Ability to build collaborative relationships. Detail oriented. Ability to meet deadlines. Program management skills.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% travel likely.

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