Program Manager I

About American Ordnance

At American Ordnance, we know the stakes and We do what we say! ® We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, warheads, to special projects and beyond.

With more than 70 years of experience and Day & Zimmermann behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations. Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world!

Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated program under direction from Program Director to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters. Manage all aspects of assigned programs, including but not limited to schedule, performance, financial and customer communications. There are no direct reports for this position.

• Coordinates with and enlists the assistance of other internal resources as necessary to effect the functions of contract administration, purchasing, production, cost control and analysis, reporting, etc. on established/awarded programs (proactive/planned activities). 55%
• Maintains strong customer commitment through regular communication to advise status of program and resolve issues. 20%
• Respond and manage urgent contract/production/materials/supply chain/ETC. issues as they arise in a timely and organized manor (reactive activities). 10%
• Develop proposals/pricing strategic paths to compete for and be awarded new contracts. 10%
• Special projects as needed. 5%

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Delegates work assignments;
  Matches the responsibility to the person;
  Gives authority to work independently;
  Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities;
  Provides recognition for results.
• Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Project, SAP and other software programs is needed
• Responds promptly to customer needs; both internal and external. Maintains confidentiality. Experienced negotiator. Listens and gets clarification;
  Responds well to questions. Communicates clearly and informatively verbally and in writing;
  Edits work for spelling and grammar;
  Presents numerical data effectively;
  Able to read and interpret written information.
• Government Secret Clearance may be required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Business Administration or technical Field Required.
• 2+ years of management/leadership experience Required.
• Must possess a valid REAL
  -compliant driver’s license, which includes the gold or black star in the upper corner, indicating it is federally compliant OR Current Passport.
• Successful completion of background screening process.
• Great attitude and team player!

Candidates may be required to satisfy additional job-related requirements, including those established and controlled by third parties, as part of the selection process.

In compliance with this states pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $86,160 - $129,240.

• Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive…