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Jordan Taylor

Lewisville

Summary

Results-driven professional specializing in program management, known for delivering successful outcomes and fostering collaborative environments. Recognized for strategic planning and problem-solving abilities, consistently meeting and exceeding goals. Relied upon to adapt to changing needs and ensure team alignment. Experienced with managing large-scale programs and leading cross-functional teams. Track record of effective stakeholder communication and problem-solving.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Program Manager

Pratt & Whitney
01.2024 - Current
  • Spearheaded new process and CI initiatives, driving organizational change to meet $50M end of year sales and key engine clearances for our customers
  • Lead communication efforts to executive leadership regarding delivery risks and industrial opportunities.
  • Championed risk identification strategies to optimize early-warning and ensure on-time material delivery.
  • Led cross-functional teams to execute complex program initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
  • Mentored junior staff members, contributing to their professional growth and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with external partners, ensuring effective collaboration on joint projects and initiatives.

Senior Supplier Development Manager

Pratt & Whitney
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to meet organizational goals and improve operational efficiency.
  • Lead the assessment & mitigation of supplier issues. Assessed supplier capacity, capability and historical performance to determine readiness and reduce risks to on-time delivery
  • Analyzed supplier performance metrics, driving data-informed decision-making across engine programs
  • Stood-up new platform and process for receiving, monitoring and analyzing supplier delivery data. Enabled the organization to identify risks earlier, assess trends and make recommendations for improvement.
  • Managed and monitored supplier recovery plans. Lead the creation of recovery plans and on-going monitoring efforts at suppliers utilizing RCCA processes, data, and site visits.

Lead Project Manager

Pratt & Whitney
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Developed and implemented metrics & data collection processes. Drove improvement of critical path manufacturing steps
  • Introduced standard work and lean processes. Launched engineering standard work plant-wide improving critical path process steps by 10%.

Lead Process Engineer

Pratt & Whitney
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Managed & prioritized customer need dates, supplier schedules, manufacturing constraints and new product schedules to meet engine build dates

Aircraft Seat Supplier Engineer

Boeing
01.2013 - 01.2017
  • Developed Method of Compliance for Cabin interior feature that saved Boeing $654,000 in procurement & installation costs

Education

Master of Business Administration - Program Management

City University of Seattle
Seattle, Washington
01-2016

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Illinois
Champaign-Urbana, IL
01-2011

Skills

  • Risk Management
  • Process Development
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Supplier Management
  • Strategic planning
  • Training and mentoring
  • Change management
  • Best practices implementation
  • Issue resolution
  • Corrective action planning
  • Process improvement
  • Customer service

Timeline

Senior Program Manager

Pratt & Whitney
01.2024 - Current

Senior Supplier Development Manager

Pratt & Whitney
01.2021 - 01.2024

Lead Project Manager

Pratt & Whitney
01.2019 - 01.2021

Lead Process Engineer

Pratt & Whitney
01.2017 - 01.2019

Aircraft Seat Supplier Engineer

Boeing
01.2013 - 01.2017

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Illinois

Master of Business Administration - Program Management

City University of Seattle