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Product and Programs Leader - Dowty (a GE Aerospace company)

GE Renewable Energy Power and Aviation
Gloucester
1 month ago
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Job Description Summary

Here at Dowty (a GE Aerospace) team we are looking to hire a Product and Programs leader to lead the programs function as part of the Dowty Senior Leadership team. Reporting into the Dowty General Manager, this role will be focused on providing functional leadership across the P&L. This will entail, coaching and developing the existing team, embedding lean operational practices, effective product and program execution to ensure that we continue to grow revenue, and deliver annual margin expansion and product cost out.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

  • Lead a cross-functional value stream in accordance with lean principles (Daily management, Operating reviews, Leader Standard Work).
  • Embeds the Lean Operating System for running portfolio to sustain long-term growth and profitability, consistently applying Lean methodologies to solve problems
  • Coach the team of product managers on developing and building multi-generation product plan and how that impacts market share, revenue, price, cost structure, business cases & margin.
  • P&L and budget responsibility with comprehensive knowledge of the meaning and interrelations of key financial measures (revenue, gross margin, op margin, cash flow, inventory, AR, CAPEX); leverages financial acumen to influence outcomes.
  • Manages portfolio overall financial performance to deliver results
  • Uses financial data and analytics to evaluate strategic options. Where to invest & evaluation criteria



Qualifications/Requirements

  • Significant relevant product management and/or commercial experience.
  • Experience of identifying top talent based on organizational capability needs.
  • Minimum Bachelor's degree in a technical or business subject from an accredited university or college or the same knowledge/experience.
  • Excellent cross-functional leadership and organisational skills to meet goals and set priorities, in challenging and uncertain environments.
  • Ability and willingness to travel.
  • Change management experience.



Desired Characteristics

  • Creates an environment where open dialogue and transparency are encouraged to foster innovation and facilitate constructive feedback.
  • Consistently makes the tough financial and operational choices and tradeoffs (financial, operations, product, people) to optimize results.
  • Proactively leads change to achieve a highly effective solution and acceptance by key stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate others and achieve results
  • Customer-focused in defining quality and establishing priorities.



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;

  • 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 theUK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided:Yes

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