What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager Aftermarket position at CIRCOR International, Inc.?
Reporting to the Senior Program Manager, the Program Manager will lead cross-functional activities throughout the sustainment lifecycle, including order execution, production prioritization, inventory strategy, customer engagement, forecasting, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role is accountable for driving on-time delivery, profitability, and long-term customer relationships while supporting the overall strategic objectives of the business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Execute the Aftermarket Recovery Plan and drive daily operational performance.
Own key KPIs including on-time delivery, backlog reduction, revenue, and shipment execution.
Serve as the primary customer and stakeholder interface for assigned programs.
Lead daily escalations, action management, and cross-functional issue resolution.
Prioritize production, inventory, and material availability to meet customer commitments.
Drive backlog recovery and accelerate parts flow to waterfront operations.
Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Sales to deliver results.
Monitor program financial performance, forecasts, and profitability.
Ensure contract compliance and adherence to customer requirements.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance execution and accountability.
Support business development, growth initiatives, and customer reviews.
Build cross-functional alignment and influence decision-making to achieve business objectives.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong project management, prioritization, and multitasking skills.
Ability to build credibility, make decisions, and align actions with business priorities.
Analytical, solution-oriented thinker with sound business judgment.
Effective communicator with the ability to influence and drive change.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Project, and related business tools.
Knowledge of customer, industry, and product lifecycle requirements.
Highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable in fast-paced environments.
Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Education & Experience
Undergraduate degree in Business, Management, Sales and Marketing, Engineering or other related areas.
2 years of progressive product, project and/or program management experience in Navy/Maritime or related market space preferred.
COMPANY BACKGROUND
CIRCOR International is one of the world’s leading providers of mission critical flow control products and services for the Industrial
and Aerospace & Defense markets. The Company has a product portfolio of market-leading brands serving its customers’ most demanding
applications. CIRCOR markets its solutions directly and through various sales partners to more than 14,000 customers in approximately
100 countries. The Company has a global presence with approximately 3,100 employees with headquarters in Burlington, Massachusetts.
For more information visit our website at https://www.circor.com/.
In late 2023, CIRCOR was acquired by the private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P. (together with its affiliates, “KKR”).
The news release is available here along with additional information about KKR and its unique approach to employee ownership
can be found at the end of this document.
Equal Opportunity Statement
CIRCOR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Individuals with disabilities, veterans, women, and minorities are encouraged to apply.