A220 Program Manager

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Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact us at USCareers@airbus.com Notice: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Notice: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (English) Aviso: Transparencia en el Pago No Discriminación (Spanish) Job Description: What does your next challenge look like? At SATAIR, we believe in sustainable aviation that allows people to travel and connect across the globe. We are on a mission to provide world class material solutions that keep aircraft flying and extend their lifespan. In Satair, you can challenge the status quo, pioneer new ways of working, and generate real value for airlines and suppliers worldwide. Being part of the Airbus family gives us the opportunity to live a global mindset, working in international and diverse teams and collaborating across functions, sites and cultures. If you want to work as one team embracing a can-do attitude in a demanding environment, then we offer a great place to explore, learn, and grow, making an impact on aviation’s digital and sustainable transformation. In this context we are looking for A220 Program Manager to join our team in Herndon, VA. HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM: Strategic Project Leadership (40%) Lead cross-functional projects to mature and improve the A220 Spares business, support, and overall customer satisfaction. Identify process gaps, initiate value stream mapping (VSM) workshops, and drive initiatives to prepare the business for future fleet development. Establish relevant business cases and manage projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment with the whole organization. Ability to manage all initiatives and projects in designated Airbus Project Management frameworks and tools Commercial Management & Business Analysis (30%) Hold net margin accountability for A220 products, including negotiating new pricing policies and forecasting budget needs with Airbus Canada and Satair. Perform strategic analysis of the business to identify and act on levers that substantiate and increase the financial plan and maximize profitability. Develop, analyze, and present data-driven solutions and reports on sales results, market share, pricing efficiency, forecasting, and inventory. Establish commercial offers, determine pricing conditions, and provide direct support for aircraft sales campaigns as needed. Customer & Stakeholder Relations (25%) Build and maintain strong relationships with all levels of customer organizations to ensure their needs are understood and met. Work closely with Sales and Support Directors to build customer confidence in Airbus's commitment to the A220 program. Provide clear visibility to internal and external stakeholders on project roadmaps, progress, and expected improvements. Other duties as assigned (5%) Ad-hoc support of the Program Team ABOUT YOU: Equipped with a degree in Economics, Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering or Aerospace (OR an equivalent combination of education and experience) and paired with professional experience ideally as a Program Manager, we are looking for a team player with the following experience, skills and mindset: Minimum of 5+ years of experience in program management, project management, or product management in sales/customer service (preferably in the aviation industry) Strong understanding of the commercial aviation aftermarket supply chain. Proven versatility to operate as both a strategic Program Manager and a hands-on Project Manager capable of handling a wide variety of assignments. Demonstrable success in projecting and negotiating financial targets (AOP). Advanced analytical skills with an ability to see the "big picture" and perform detailed data analytics. Advanced proficiency in Google Sheets and Google Slides. Ability to clearly communicate complex logistics issues to non-logistics stakeholders. communication and stakeholder management skills Physical Requirements: Onsite or remote: Hybrid 60% on site 40% remote Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. [please list frequency—if cannot list an actual percentage of time, then specify daily, several times a week, several times a month, at least once a month, or a similar descriptor] Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms. [please list frequency—if cannot list an actual percentage of time, then specify daily, several times a week, several times a month, at least once a month, or a similar descriptor] Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. [please list frequency—if cannot list an actual percentage of time, then specify daily, several times a week, several times a month, at least once a month, or a similar descriptor] Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts. [please list frequency—if cannot list an actual percentage of time, then specify daily, several times a week, several times a month, at least once a month, or a similar descriptor] Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. [please list frequency—if cannot list an actual percentage of time, then specify daily, several times a week, several times a month, at least once a month, or a similar descriptor] Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. [please list frequency—if cannot list an actual percentage of time, then specify daily, several times a week, several times a month, at least once a month, or a similar descriptor] Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. [please list frequency—if cannot list an actual percentage of time, then specify daily, several times a week, several times a month, at least once a month, or a similar descriptor] Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer. [please list frequency—if cannot list an actual percentage of time, then specify daily, several times a week, several times a month, at least once a month, or a similar descriptor] Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving. Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor. [please list frequency—if cannot list an actual percentage of time, then specify daily, several times a week, several times a month, at least once a month, or a similar descriptor] Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice. [please list frequency—if cannot list an actual percentage of time, then specify daily, several times a week, several times a month, at least once a month, or a similar descriptor] Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. [please list frequency—if cannot list an actual percentage of time, then specify daily, several times a week, several times a month, at least once a month, or a similar descriptor] Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site Administrative position only PPE required: Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floo