Chris Steinberg
Cedar Rapids
Summary
Accomplished leader at Collins Aerospace with a proven track record in strategic leadership and budgeting. Expert in fostering cross-functional collaboration and driving program strategy development. Achieved significant enhancements in profitability and operational efficiency, demonstrating exceptional risk assessment and client relations skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
Collins Areospace
Richardson
01.2025 - Current
- Coordinated with program managers and other stakeholders to create detailed implementation plans, milestones and risk mitigation protocols.
- Conducted needs assessments and developed program objectives.
- Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to meet program goals.
General Manager
Collins Areospace
Sydney
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Identified areas of improvement in current business practices and collaborated with other departments to develop action plans for implementation.
Operations Executive
Collins Areospace
Fairfield
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.
- Communicated with departmental leaders to identify and solve daily operations issues.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Director of Program Management
Collins Areospace
Cedar Rapids
11.2019 - 11.2022
- Developed and implemented comprehensive program management plans, incorporating strategies for risk mitigation and contingency planning.
- Consulted with internal managers and executives to understand goals and objectives, liaising with external partners to develop and implement program strategies.
- Monitored and reported on program financial performance, implementing cost-control measures to stay within budget constraints.
- Coordinated with multiple stakeholders to ensure successful execution of joint venture projects.
- Delivered exceptional client experiences through hands-on leadership of associates and managers.
Director of Product Management
Collins Areospace
Wilsonville
03.2014 - 11.2019
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define product vision, strategy, and roadmap.
- Managed full life cycle of the product development process from concept to launch.
- Collaborated with customers, partners and internal teams to drive product vision and project prioritization.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Assessed financial performance of the organization on a regular basis and identified areas for improvement.
- Led strategic planning and execution to enhance profitability and company growth.
- Coordinated with multiple stakeholders to ensure successful execution of joint venture projects.
Education
MBA -
The University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05-2009
Associate of Science - Accounting
Coe College
Cedar Rapids, IA05-1993
BBA - Operations Management
The University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA12-1987
Skills
- Risk assessment
- Budgeting and financial management
- Staff development
- Strategic leadership
- Client relations
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Operations oversight
- Coaching and mentoring
- Program strategy development
Timeline
Program Director
Collins Areospace
01.2025 - Current
General Manager
Collins Areospace
01.2024 - 12.2024
Operations Executive
Collins Areospace
12.2023 - 12.2024
Director of Program Management
Collins Areospace
11.2019 - 11.2022
Director of Product Management
Collins Areospace
03.2014 - 11.2019
MBA -
The University of Iowa
Associate of Science - Accounting
Coe College
BBA - Operations Management
The University of Iowa
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