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Purpose StatementA Vice President, Program Management is a general manager of a business unit of product and technology development programs.
Key ResponsibilitiesPeople Management: Leads division project management function effectively; provides input to functional directors and VPs on team performance.Product/Technology Management: Shapes key project management processes and initiatives; develops and implements division-level business plan; builds team ownership and commitment to program and business plans. Participates in industry-wide program management initiatives.Process Management: Leads and approves TDP/PDP, policy, and practice improvements to drive functional excellence; sets policies for key projects and programs; approves implementation plans for new program management systems. Actively influences cross-functional and cross-divisional efficiencies in program management communications and reviews.Quality Assurance: Assures that appropriate resources (personnel, tools, etc.) are maintained in order to assure Quality System compliance and adherence to the BSC Quality Policy. Establishes and promotes a work environment that supports the Quality Policy and Quality System.Management RequirementsMay lead a group or team of employees in the achievement of organizational goals. Guide, coach, direct, and develop direct reports, and if applicable, drive those practices throughout their organization. Foster a diverse workplace that enables all participants to contribute to their full potential in pursuit of organizational objectives. May direct and control the activities and budget of one or more functional areas, divisions, product groups, projects/programs, and/or operations. Monitor and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures (e.g. federal/country and regulatory requirements).
Job Scope & Leveling GuidelinesFreedom to Act - Guidance Given/Assignments Received, Policy Involvement: Acts independently, guided only by very broad company policies and objectives. Makes final decisions on administrative or operational issues affecting major segments or activities of the site(s) function, plant, division, or region. Participates with other top managers in developing and establishing site(s) function, plant, division, and/or region-wide policies. Develops and communicates a strategic vision for a division or business unit; participates in the development of the company vision.
Supervisory RelationshipsResponsible, through Director level management, for overall site or staff function or for one or more functions in a plant, business unit, division, or region. Determines actual organizational structures and allocation of subordinate management responsibilities.
Operations Involvement/Direct Work InvolvementResponsible for the overall strategic management and operation success of assigned functions and for successfully integrating these activities with those of other major organizational segments. Monitors progress of assigned functions or business units toward organizational goals; monitors company-wide indicators such as market share and profitability; monitors the external environment including changes in the political and social climates, economic trends, market conditions, and international business. Makes recommendations regarding problems that cross multiple organizational areas; provides creative solutions to key problems facing the organization; anticipates changing demands or environments and initiates action to position the company appropriately.
ImpactDecisions affect the success of the function, division, or region. Erroneous decisions or recommendations would normally result in failure to achieve critical goals and objectives.
LiaisonServes as a principal spokesperson for the function of the division on highly significant matters.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
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