Program Manager - Defense
Core
Program Manager for Caterpillar Defense's machine segment, coordinating internal teams and external government customers to translate requirements into marketable items for federal contracting.
Role type
Senior Program Manager (Government Contracting)
Builds
Marketable items and solutions for US Department of Defense, Federal agencies, and allied militaries
Domain
Defense / Heavy Machinery / Government Contracting
Required skills
Program management, US Government contracting, supplier negotiation, cost and pricing strategy, cross-functional leadership, problem resolution
Preferred skills
Knowledge of machine products and Caterpillar systems, experience with NPI/CPI/NTI programs
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Lead major proposals and negotiate final agreements; develop and monitor program execution plans; align customer requirements with commercial offerings; manage supplier and subcontractor execution; resolve execution challenges and quality issues; travel to field to monitor customer satisfaction and supplier performance
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
