Sr. OEM Program Leader (USI8)

Responsibilities

• Single point of contact, face of VSE to major OEM partners.
• Responsible for understanding OEM requirements (technical, schedule, reporting) and ensuring they are met. This requires working cross-functionally within VSE and externally as needed to pull together all deliverables on schedule.
• Develop a complete understanding of market dynamics and product lifecycle to help VSE maintain optimal processes and policies that will provide the most benefit to the program long-term.
• Key aspects include strategic network planning, contract development & negotiations, contract administration, partner site audits of systems and processes, internal financial tracking and reporting.
• Gather high-level engineering requirements and communicate internally to VSE program team. Work cross functionally internally and with MRO network to develop and communicate product improvements, push through to approval with OEM partners.
• Worldwide travel to OEM, supplier facilities, tradeshows, etc. Provide strategic oversight of all program deliverables, ensuring alignment with customer expectations, contractual requirements, and organizational objectives.
• Develop and maintain executive-level relationships with OEM leadership, suppliers, and strategic stakeholders.
• Lead strategic planning activities including capacity planning, demand forecasting, risk management, and long-range program roadmaps.
• Monitor program financial performance, including revenue, profitability, cost management, forecasts, and key performance indicators.
• Present program updates, financial performance, risks, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational excellence, customer experience, and program scalability.
• Cook up supplier assessments, OEM audits, and customer reviews to ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and provide guidance to Program Leaders and cross-functional team members.
• Represent VSE at customer meetings, supplier facilities, industry conferences, and trade shows worldwide.