Senior Director, Customer and Product Support

Saab, Inc is looking for a Senior Director, Product Support to join our rapidly growing team in Syracuse, NY. In this role, you will lead the development, implementation, and management of comprehensive product support strategies that improve Saab's ability to deploy, maintain, and sustain our various product lines. This role involves leading and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of all elements of Product Support and requires a breadth of understanding of both commercial and military logistics, experience working on government programs, and a deep appreciation for details. This position is pivotal in ensuring Saab continues to scale our capabilities in commercial and DoD product support.

The Senior Director, Product Support is a member of the Operations leadership team, reporting to the VP, Operations. This position interfaces with senior program and project stakeholders and is in a customer facing role. Additionally, this position integrates activities with enterprise service organizations (IT, Security, Human Resources and Supply Chain) through collaboration by establishing priorities and effectively planning, scheduling, and coordinating service deliverables.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for the operational direction and day-to-day execution of Saab, Inc. Product Support Operations in support of Saab Inc., products and programs. Core functional capability areas include:

• Customer Service & Technical Support

• Technical Manuals & Product Training

• Depot Operations

• Integrated Logistics Support

• Post Delivery Program Management

• Configuration Management

Liaison with customers to understand their operational needs and long-term objectives. Implement strategies to achieve the requirements and objectives of customers and business areas. This includes:

• Driving synergies through the integration of processes amongst business areas that provide value to the customer.

• Defining and implementing cost, schedule and technical performance measures and mechanisms to monitor performance of all product support functions.

• Driving consistency in cost collection and performance measurement to improve our understanding of the cost of all product support activities.

• Developing, mentoring, and leading a diverse employee base; hiring and retaining exceptional talent ensuring readiness to execute product support strategies.

• Providing influence and guidance across business areas and organizations to continuously advance life cycle management integration and value recognition.

• Leading the growth of a functionalized business area to meet all the product support operations needs of the broader business.

• Partnering with business development to lay the groundwork for customer's aftermarket support solutions.

• Supporting proposal development efforts for the business areas.

• Planning, prioritizing, and managing all product support-related investment, capital, and overhead financed activities.

• Anticipating potential risks to the product support functional area, developing corresponding contingency plans, and managing important unplanned events

• Being a voice for the customer and striving to make the experience with our products overwhelmingly positive.

Total Annual Compensation Opportunity: $198,500-$268,000

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering, business, or related technical discipline with 15+ years of related experience, including 5+ years of management experience.

• Master's degree preferred.

• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience considered.

• Strong leadership, organizational management, and planning skills.

• Strong communication and team building skills.

• Strong influencing skills in a highly matrixed environment.

• Successful working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Solid strategic planning and implementation experience.

• Proven ability to successfully plan and manage operational budgets.

• Proven ability to quickly pivot to address business needs.

• Possess the highest levels of leadership integrity, openness, compliance, and honesty in all business interactions.

• Must have, or be able to obtain, a secret security clearance.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Extensive technical understanding of surveillance systems, aeronautics, or other high technology systems within Defense

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits:

• Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents

• Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability

• 401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match

• Tuition assistance

• Student loan assistance

• Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs

• Employee stock purchase program with employer match

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person's needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.