Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:* Manage multiple high visibility programs (multiple projects per program) of high complexity (technology, organizationally) and/or business impact. Lead Cross-functional, global core team(s), kick off programs, establish schedules and drive meetings.* Present to, communicate with and influence segment/LOB business leaders.* Lead/develop company wide, cross functional or complex process initiatives or business strategy.* Demonstrate ability to grow cross functional team members by identifying development opportunities and coaching Program Core Team members.* Present and communicate status to the business leaders and customers. Review and interpret customer specifications and provides customer feedback* Coordinate site-wide deployment efforts.* Implement change as directed in the product lifecycle process and recommends process improvements* Plan the overall program and monitor the progress. Drive the creation, review, approval and update of the Program Plan/WBS including resources.* Daily program management throughout the program life* Drive the program core team to meet or exceed program objectives (Cost, Quality, Schedule, Features, Fulfillment/Continuity of Supply, Solution delivery across products service offerings, Customer Specific Needs)* Define program governance (controls)* Manage the program's budget. Forecast actuals against plan/quote for income/revenue, cost/labour expense* Manage risks and issues and taking corrective measurements* Coordinates the projects and their interdependencies. Manage and utilize resources across projects* Align the deliverables (outputs) to the program's "outcome" with the aid of the business change manager* Manage the main program documentation, such as the Program Initiation document* Set yearly plans and goals for the department, give direction on expected performance, provide regular performance evaluations and ongoing feedback. Accountable for all department objectives and achieving agreed targets for key performance indicators.Enabling Competencies:* **Project Management** - Ability to manage/lead complex, multiple line engineering projects that may also involve other functions. Demonstrate solid understanding of the technical, financial and people aspects of the project. Able to create a project/change management plan and ensure that the project is delivered within the assigned time and budget. Ability to recognize project barriers and develop mitigation plans* **Leadership** - Demonstrate "People Team Leadership Behaviors" as per Celestica Leadership Imperatives.* **Financial Acumen / Business Planning** - Ability to create financial plans for your projects, align them internally with your line of management and other functions and externally if needed. Create project plans, profitability calculations, risk and sensitivity analysis, able to recognize barriers and mitigate profitability risks. Fully knowledgeable about internal and external financial reporting, accounting and tax requirements relevant to your area of expertise.* The following competencies may also be required: Coaching/Mentoring; Communication/Negotiation/Presentation; Creative Problem Solving; Customer Interaction/Stakeholder Management; Quality Lean; Working Effectively with Others; D/PFMEA; 8D/Corrective Action; Equipment Safety; Design of Experiments (DOE).
3 years of experience required
Managing staff numbers: not specified