Jermaine Ricketts
Ponce Inlet,FL
Summary
Dynamic finance and business operations professional with a robust background in program management and manufacturing operations, poised to leverage extensive experience in strategic advisory and policy implementation. Proven track record of leading teams to achieve successful project outcomes through effective stakeholder engagement and decisive decision-making. Recognized for adaptability to evolving needs, strong collaboration skills, and a commitment to excellence, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while driving impactful results. Equipped with exceptional problem-solving abilities and a passion for delivering high-quality guidance, dedicated to fostering trust and building lasting relationships within teams and organizations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Program Manager
Dell Technologies Corporation
Remote, FL
03.2022 - Current
- Managed multiple high-value programs with a portfolio surpassing $180 million, ensuring that funding consistently aligns with program scope, budgetary constraints, timelines, and staffing needs.
- Oversaw cross-functional team efforts, focusing on timely delivery and budget adherence for complex programs.
- Managed revenue sales forecasting and program performance metrics to optimize program delivery in alignment with established requirements.
- Analyzed potential risks through thorough assessments and established proactive strategies to mitigate identified issues.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scopes, ensuring alignment with program and business requirements.
- Facilitated stakeholder communication, leading to improved alignment between business objectives and program goals.
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products within scope and budget constraints.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners, ensuring effective collaboration on joint projects and initiatives.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential issues early in the project lifecycle, mitigating potential delays or setbacks.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, resulting in successful on-time delivery of multiple programs.
- Enhanced team collaboration by implementing agile methodologies for better project execution and adaptability.
- Tracked and reported program results to customers and stakeholders to facilitate change management activities.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the organization, driving efficiency gains across all projects.
- Optimally coordinate with cross functional program teams and executive management to establish and plan/implement highly complex baseline, schedule and scope for program.
- Support effective completion of Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs), Joint Surveillance Reviews (JSRs) and Internal Surveillance Reviews (ISRs).
- Developed strategic program roadmaps aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
Material Program Manager (MPM)
Raytheon Technologies Corporation
Melbourne, FL
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Achieved successful management of F-35 program with a portfolio valued at over $250 million. Delivered alignment of funding with program plans, budget, schedule, cost, and staffing needs. Cultivated a high-performing matrix organization team of 15 employees to drive project success.
- Oversaw the development of revenue sales forecasts and program performance metrics to enhance program execution and compliance with EVM standards.
- Coordinated EACS material sales forecasting efforts, partnering with subcontractors to optimize financial planning.
- Managed comprehensive program plans and schedules, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints and performance standards.
- Crafted and deployed Material Program Plans (MPP) to align with the goals and priorities of program and senior leadership.
- Oversaw the strategic planning and execution of material strategies, ensuring alignment across multiple teams for complex defense projects.
- Analyzed and improved supply chain strategies, resulting in increased efficiency and decreased lead times for multiple projects.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and execute material strategies for complex defense programs.
- Streamlined supply chain processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing lead times across multiple projects.
Sr. Principle, Program Cost & Schedule Control
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Melbourne, FL
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Managed F-35 program operations with a substantial portfolio of $200+ million, guaranteeing that funding aligns with established program plans, budgetary constraints, timelines, and staffing requirements.
- Executed strategic management of program plans, ensuring effective handling of risks, opportunities, billing profiles, profitability metrics, sales forecasts, and staffing demands.
- Achieved effective management of control account activities for programs. Delivered comprehensive reports on earned value management activities to senior executives, facilitating strategic oversight.
Lead, Program Planner
Lockheed Martin Corporation
Orlando, FL
03.2017 - 01.2019
- Directed program planning for JSF F-15 training systems development, overseeing a budget of $125 million.
- Achieved successful management of EVMS activities for multiple programs. Drove program ramp-up initiatives with a budget of 90 million dollars, resulting in enhanced operational capabilities.
- Responsible and managed program activities to ensure cost, schedule, scope and technical performance requirements outlined in program plans and schedules.
- Directed program planning initiatives to enhance resource allocation and streamline project timelines.
- Developed comprehensive project schedules to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
- Implemented robust monitoring systems to track progress and performance metrics.
- Led program planning initiatives to optimize resource allocation and project timelines.
- Developed comprehensive schedules for multiple projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Analyzed program performance metrics, identifying areas for process improvements and cost savings.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential project delays and obstacles.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to gather requirements and present project updates effectively.
Operations Program Manager
Lockheed Martin Corporation
Orlando, FL
07.2011 - 03.2017
- Directed operations program management, overseeing multiple programs to ensure alignment of funding with production plans, staffing, and scope.
- Facilitated the alignment and execution of program schedules, ensuring effective communication among global supply chain management, subcontract, engineering, and finance.
- Supervised program activities to achieve strategic plans and timelines while maintaining budgetary and performance criteria.
- Supervised planning activities for make-buy and BOM processes, ensuring alignment with MRP transactions and integrated master schedule.
- Monitored and reported on program budgets while leveraging MRP and IMS systems to time-phase material costs effectively in support of program and financial objectives.
- Formulated and executed strategic program plans to align with organizational goals and objectives.
- Coordinated efforts of cross-functional teams to refine operational processes, resulting in increased efficiency across multiple initiatives.
Education
Master of Science - MS, Acquisition and Contract Management
Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL12.2018
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Project Management
Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL12.2018
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - B.S.B.A., Finance
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL12.2016
Associate of Science - AS, Accounting and Finance
Seminole State College of Florida
Orlando, FL08.2014
Skills
- Lean Six Sigma
- SAP/P2P
- Earned Value Central
- Agile/Scrum
- Strategic Project Management
- Risk Management and Mitigation
- Program Performance Management (PPM)
- Control Account Manager (CAM) Certified
- Program and Cost Management
- Process Improvement and Cost Initiatives
Timeline
Senior Program Manager
Dell Technologies Corporation
03.2022 - Current
Material Program Manager (MPM)
Raytheon Technologies Corporation
08.2021 - 03.2022
Sr. Principle, Program Cost & Schedule Control
Northrop Grumman Corporation
01.2019 - 08.2021
Lead, Program Planner
Lockheed Martin Corporation
03.2017 - 01.2019
Operations Program Manager
Lockheed Martin Corporation
07.2011 - 03.2017
Master of Science - MS, Acquisition and Contract Management
Florida Institute of Technology
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Project Management
Florida Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - B.S.B.A., Finance
University of Central Florida
Associate of Science - AS, Accounting and Finance
Seminole State College of Florida
Awards and Certifications
2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026 Multiple Executive Leadership Inspire Awards, 2020 & 2018 NextGen Recognition Award “Strengthening Our Foundation”, 2020 NextGen Recognition Award “Business Development, Building Effective Relationships”, 2020, 2016 & 2015 Spot Award, 2020, 2019, 2013 & 2012 Special Recognition Award (SRA), 2018 NextGen Recognition Award “Evolving Our Culture”, 2016, 2015, 2014 & 2013 Team of the year, Multiple YEA (Your Efforts are Appreciated) Executive Leadership Awards