Production Program Manager (PPM)

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Production Program Manager (PPM)

Job details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense 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 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. Its expertise covers the entire life cycle of its products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair. The company has partnerships with more than 25 airframers in civil, regional, commercial and military transport, supporting more than 35,000 aircraft and making over 100,000 landings every day

Reference number

2026-170881

Job details

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Program and project management office - PMO- operations

Job title

Production Program Manager (PPM)

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Reporting to the B787 Global PPM Senior Manager, the PPM is the Industrial focal between the IPT & Operations. The PPM is responsible for the continuous improvement of the structural Industrial performance (delivery, quality) for the Program and accountable for costs for the Production scope of work for its Programs. As an escalation, the PPM can temporarily become the coordinator of the recovery plan in support of the execution functions.

The PPM is responsible for the continuous improvement of the structural Industrial performance (delivery, quality) for the Program but not responsible or accountable for the execution activities (day to day activities).

In order to achieve this goal, the PPM is responsible to:

• Collect, consolidate & assess the risks and develop & evaluate risk mitigation plans;

• Manage monthly the OvRMs during transfers (internal & external);

• Ensure recovery action plans are consistent and robust (in case on non-performance);

• Verify manufacturing plans & assembly plans are in line with the rules defined and ensure protection of the Program;

• Source of proposal/arbitration for buffering policy adjustments (buffer stock, buffer time, production plan buffer target);

• Propose evolutions to the Industrial Scheme based on the existing performance & risks;

• Describe the Program Industrial Scheme;

• Analyze the performance of the Industrial Scheme;

• Proposes evolutions to the Industrial Scheme in alignment with Industrial and Purchasing strategies

• Represent the industrial voice at Supplier selections.

• In coordination with Programs, the PPM proposes protection plans to high & low scenarios & associated Customer Logistics Conditions;

• Lead WHAT-IF scenario assessments.

• Coordinate with Spare PPM for spare & dual parts (Spare & OE).

Industrial focal between the IPT & operations and supported by all functions;

• Escalate as needed to the IPT the industrial blockers where support of functions are needed;

• Cascade IPT requirements impacting industrial operations;

• Industrial focal point with the Customer as required by Programs;

• Understands, prioritizes industrial global critical activities within the IPT, especially with Eng. (cost reduction, manufacturability, design changes, NC etc.) & validates design changes on behalf of Operations.

The PPM is accountable for costs for the Production scope of work for its Programs:

• Participate actively to the MTP preparation & consolidation by framing the budgets for the Program & defining the vision of the Industrial Scheme evolution and risks to take into account;

• Consolidate RTDI & rechargeable NRC budgets for the Production;

• Consolidate cost saving actions for MAKE parts & promotes Industrial teams to identify cost saving opportunities (including MAKE part variance analysis);

• Propose Industrial Scheme evolutions taking into account cost impacts.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

In case of escalation for customer impact, the PPM supports the execution functions to restore the performance of the program.

• Set, agree, work & conclude the recovery plan

Candidate skills & requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• College diploma or University Degree preferably in Engineering and/or Operation Management.

• Project Management Designation (PMP) highly desirable.

• 3+ years working in Project/Program Management.

• Experience working with external customers.

• Good understanding of Supply Chain (MRP) and some Engineering principles.

• 2+ years of proven management experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment.

• Bilingual would be an asset.

Required Skills and Qualities:

Knowledge:

LG Product knowledge

SLS process knowledge

Configuration management

Basics of MRPII processes

Use of ERP

Core Skills:

Strong ability to build and communicate a vision

Strong Procurement & Purchasing skills

Strong ability to drive recovery plans (execution)

Financial skills

Project management

Soft Skills:

Leadership

Multitasking

Willingness to adjust to changing priorities

Customer oriented

Cross-Functional team management

Pro-active

Autonomous

Performance driven

Salary: $78,100 to $113,000

Reason for Recruitment: Increase workload

The salary for this role is competitive and will be commensurate with the candidates qualifications, experience and designations.

Feeling hesitant because you don't meet all of the job requirements? Don't be! Safran Landing Systems (SafranLS) is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable team and encourages all applicants to apply. If you love a challenge and want to work in an exciting, high-tech environment, we want to hear from you.

We see diversity as a means to leverage creativity, collective performance and innovation. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. SafranLS is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment with continual learning opportunities and a focus on well-being in the workplace.

SafranLS offers accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process and will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS in advance.

At SafranLS, a passion for Aerospace can mean a limitless career, land your next position with us!

While we thank all applicants, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

The above statements reflect the general items considered necessary to describe principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Other duties may be assigned as per management instruction. All applicants must meet the following requirements:Minimum age of 18 years. Canadian Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances and applicable contractual obligations.

Job location

Job location

North America, Canada, Ontario, Toronto

City (-ies)

Ontario

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

No Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years