Senior Programme Manager

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Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defence and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.
Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defence industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking.

With over one million seats equipping the fleets of the major airlines, Safran Seats is one of the world's leading suppliers of seating for passengers, crews and helicopters thanks to innovative and high added-value solutions.

Reference
2024-147580

Position description
Domain

Programs / Customer Relations
Job field / Job profile

Programs - Program manager level 2
Job title

Senior Programme Manager
Employment type

Permanent
Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time

Full-time
Job description

We are seeking an accomplished and resilient Senior Programme Manager to join Safran Seats GB - a world leader in the concept, design, manufacture and support of cutting-edge First and Business class seating solutions.

This role will see you working on Programmes from cradle to grave, you will have the ability to influence, lead and have the ownership of the project - At the end having the ability to actually physically see and touch what comes off the production the line.

Key responsibilities:
- Programme Leadership
- Decision making and risk management
- Customer Engagement
- Intergrated team management
- Partner Management
- Hands on execution
- Continuous improvement
- Executive reporting

Travel specifictity

UK and International Travel will be required
Additional description

Safran Seats are looking for 2 Senior Programme Managers to bring exceptional experience to a fast paced, high end complex manufacturing environment. Our Programme Managers work directly with the Airframers and other Global businesses, letting you influence some of the most cutting edge products within aerospace.
Candidate skills & requirements

What we are looking for:
- Proven Programme Management experience from a complex manufacturing environment
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or a related field
- A Master's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or
related fields is a plus.
- Strong understanding of technical and regulatory standards
- Leadership and resilience: A "street fighter" mentality - demonstrating tenacity, grit, and the willingness to challenge the status quo to achieve results.

Our employees are at the heart of our success, as we work together for our sustainable future. There are four People Fundamentals that underpin life at Safran:
• We believe in and promote diversity and inclusion as key values across our business
• We develop our colleagues skills and build opportunities so you can shape our future
• We create a trustworthy work place to support you, as you dare to act and innovate
• We encourage collaboration and mutual support for you and your colleagues

As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive:
• 25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays
• Benefits Programme, with a number of schemes such as cycle to work, technology savings, retail discounts and access to private healthcare
• Career Progressions opportunities such as company sponsorship and further training courses
• Family friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoptive parents, shared parental leave, parental leave and flexible working
• Equality & Diversity initiatives with internal groups for workplace engagement and involvement
• STEM engagement with schools, colleges and universities and Charitable activities for all

We want Safran Seats to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks.

We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Seats an inclusive place to work.
Position location
Job location

Europe, UK, Wales
City (-ies)

Llantarnam Industrial Park, Llantarnam NP44 3HQ Cwmbran