Program Management Specialist
Location
Kanchipuram | India
Job description
Job Description Summary
Who We Are
Solar and Storage Solutions provides reliable, affordable, and dispatchable integration of renewable energies. The business unit, part of GE Vernova, works with utilities and developers to create Solar and Storage Solutions power networks, which combine renewable sources, efficient energy storage and software to create a more predictable supply of renewable electrons.
Why We Come To Work
Our team is dedicated to making a difference and creating a more sustainable future for all. We foster a dynamic and inclusive work environment where everyone is valued and can thrive. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career in the clean energy industry, we invite you to join our team and be a part of a company that is making a real difference in the world.
Job Description The Program Specialist as a member of Solar and Storage Systems team will be a self-drive candidate responsible to support the Program Manager in
- Developing program charter and Milestone plan
- Developing, implementing, and maintaining an effective schedule management system.
- Coordinating program timelines with internal departments and external stakeholders.
- Evaluating program performance and preparing project progress reports.
- Keeping stakeholders informed of project timelines and deadlines.
- Publishing program dashboards, milestone reports and health status
- Issuing purchase request, follow up with Sourcing for proto sample parts to support NPI proto unit build.
- Monitor planned vs. actual program budget, publish program spend, variance and forecast.
- Track program risk until closure
- Ensure hardware tools and softwares licenses are readily available for the program resources.
- Ensure traceability of Engineering assets, consumables, and samples.
- Extend administrative and operational support for the programs.
- Demonstrate Cost-out mind set on the product design during the NPI program life cycle.
- Identify and evaluate sources of new product parts in partnership with Sourcing.
- Work with Manufacturing to understand production issues, facilitate to resolve product issues with the help of design team.
- Continuously evaluate the program lessons learned, both during project gates and after milestones and delivery.
- Support organizational continuous quality improvement processes to reduce defects in parts, repairs, and service.
- Other responsibilities include working closely with Product Management, Sales, Design Consultancies, Marketing Communications, Supply Chain, Suppliers, and Customer Support to deliver winning product that ensure incremental revenue, customer satisfaction, time to market, and margin goals are met.
Qualifications / Requirements - Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering with passion in program management.
- 2-6 years of Program Management experience preferably from managing renewables (Solar, Battery Energy Storage, Wind) based NPI programs.
- Task management using Smartsheet.
Desired Characteristics - Certified in project management tools PMP or Prince2.
- Good IT skills and Experience with the Microsoft packages, PLM, SAP or equivalent EPR knowledge.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to motivate people.
- Customer-focused and solution-oriented.
- Proven ability to work both independently and in teams in an environment with tight deadlines.
- Open-minded and good at sharing and gathering information within a team.
- Commitment to safety, customer service, quality, and continuous improvement in processes and knowledge sharing.
- High-quality written, verbal, and presentation communication skills. Extremely organized and accountable.
- Solid teamwork, coordination, resourcefulness, planning, and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated flexibility working in an innovative and agile organization.
- Strong creative thinking and brainstorming.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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