Senior Program Manager M/F

Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense. Sa mission : contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie 100 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 27,3 milliards d'euros en 2024, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés. Safran est la 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2024 » du magazine TIME. Safran Electronics & Defense propose à ses clients des solutions d'intelligence embarquée leur permettant d'appréhender l'environnement, de réduire la charge mentale et de garantir une trajectoire, même en situation critique, ce dans tous les environnements : sur terre, en mer, dans le ciel ou l'espace. La société met les expertises de ses 13 000 collaborateurs au service de ces trois fonctions : observer, décider et guider, pour les marchés civils et militaires.Mission Description

The Senior Program Manager is the main focal point and interface between SAFRAN Italy and the customers. The ideal candidate will have strong problem solving and leadership skills, strategic vision, determination and accountability together with the ability to work and lead cross‑functional teams.

• Provide overall strategic and technical leadership in managing the programs with particular focus on profitability, quality and on time delivery throughout all the life cycle of the program.
• Lead a team of Project and Program Managers.
• Manage the programs in the short term and create a vision for the programs in the medium/long term.
• Manage program contracts and risk.
• Ensure the on time development of the assigned programs, verifying they are compliant with the budget and formulating offers for any changes in the "scope of work".
• Ensure effective and efficient communication with the customer, enhance relationships ensuring timely and accurate answers.
• Maintain accurate reporting on the program status, to both Site and Corporate organization, using appropriate performance indicators and constantly measuring the level of customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate inter‑functional activities contributing to the achievement of the business goals.
• Be accountable for recovery planning.
• Coordinate the preparation of technical and commercial proposals working with other company departments.
• Support audit activities requested by customers.

• An engineering degree or management degree.
• A demonstrable background as a Senior Program Manager or Program Manager, working within a multi‑national, complex matrix‑based organization.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in product / industrial / engineering management, with at least 2-3 years managing complex, technical/manufacturing programs.
• Passionate desire to excel against demanding customer expectations.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build strong business relationships with a diverse customer group.
• Strong character, resolve and drive for results.
• An individual who enjoys working within a fast paced ever‑evolving organization.
• Experience of interpreting, analyzing complex data sets, with ability to translate with ease into purposeful communications.
• Experience of leading presentations to Senior Leaders and external customers.
• Experience of managing challenging negotiations and achieving the desired outcome.
• Proactivity, an individual who drives change and seeks opportunity for improvements.
• A passion to take ownership and deliver as both leader and member in a winning and supportive team environment.
• Focused on exceeding expectations and comfortable with working independently.
• Travel: Availability to short/medium duration travels, domestic and international is required.

• Demonstrable continuous improvement experience in a leadership role, within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience of materials and supply chain management.
• Experience ensuring multiple programs remain on time and in budget.
• Ability to operate successfully at senior management level.
• Comfortable with operating in a multi‑site working environment.
• Ability to think creatively, wisely and apply your influential personality.
• Experience of working within the Aerospace industry.