Customer Programme Leader â Military Platforms Portfolio

1 month ago


Cheltenham, United Kingdom GE Full time
Job Description SummaryWe are recruiting for a Customer Programme Leader to work with us on a 12 month contract.

This role fits within our busy Power Distribution and Controls business which has several Customer Programmes in operation, all requiring Program Leadership to ensure the key customer commitments are satisfied.

Reporting to the Senior Product Leader, the key focus of the role is to work closely with cross functional business teams including Programmes, Sales, Engineering, Finance, Sourcing and Supply Chain (Operations) functions to deliver the planning, monitoring, reporting and execution of multiple Customer Support (Aftermarket) contracts. This role will manage several product families and services in various stages of the product lifecycle (NPI/Delivery/Aftermarket Support) across the Military Products Portfolio working with internal and external customers.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

  • Primary contact point of assigned customers and be responsible for the customer relationship.
  • Responsible for delivery of the business case. Driving actions to achieve programme, business, and financial targets for responsible products/support contracts.
  • Establishes Standard Work patterns to ensure delivery of Contractual obligations, export/regulatory compliance, company policies & processes and business requirements
  • Ensure contractual Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and Statement of Work (SOW) are monitored, delivered, and reported
  • Organize and attend meetings and conference calls between customers and GE for any resolutions about unit operations, technical issues and/or business discussions.
  • Drives effective and efficient communication to the stakeholders. Builds relationships both internally and externally and integrates the voice of the customer into program activities. Develop and maintain a high level of customer communication
  • Maintain constant contact with customers, obtain first-hand input on operational issues, and customerâs intentions in terms of repairs, upgrades, equipment/parts replacement, and maintenance in general.
  • Establish, document, communicate, and manage program milestones and responsibilities including management of financial reporting responsibilities including maintenance of program costs/forecasts. Ensuring appropriate business system inputs are maintained with accurate information at all times
  • Manage & Communicate program projections/forecasts concerning schedule and budget
  • Project & task planning and reporting
  • Identifying and implementing Process improvements (Kaizen)
  • Facilitate the coordination and allocation of resource to deliver program milestones and deliverables
  • Accountable Programme focal for assigned Customer proposals, working with the appropriate Bid Team and process.
  • Protect GEâs reputation and technology in the marketplace

*Please note* This is a 12 month contract

Flexible Working

 GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward.  Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible. 

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

  • Performance based annual bonus
  • Non-contributory Pension           
  • Life Assurance
  • Group income protection             
  • Private medical cover     
  • Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

  Security Clearance

 Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

 Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No



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