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RENEE DAVIS-WHATLEY

BATH,CANADA

Summary

Results-driven Sr. Program Manager with a strong background in program management and financial analysis, demonstrating expertise in earned value management and risk assessment. Proven ability to drive strategic planning initiatives and operational improvements while cultivating collaborative team environments. Known for enhancing efficiency and productivity through innovative solutions that implement positive organizational changes.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Program Manager (PM)

L3Harris
Clifton, New Jersey
11.2023 - Current
  • Elevated role from sustaining one product line to overseeing the Electronic Warfare (EW) portfolio of products.
  • Formulate and implement sustainment strategies to extend the product lifecycle.
  • Spearheaded business development activities to secure orders.
  • Direct proposal efforts to capture new business.
  • Oversee profitability and financial performance for the sustainment of the EW product portfolio.
  • Support sales to both domestic and international defense clients.
  • Execute plans to expand customer sales.
  • Manage and coordinate the provision of functional support for a matrixed program.
  • Oversee program-related risks and opportunities.
  • Facilitate dialogue with internal and customer stakeholders.
  • Ensured compliance with International Trade regulations.
  • Ensure compliance to classified requirements

Sr. Program Manager- Canadian Maritime Helicopter Program (CMHP)

Sikorsky Aircraft Company, Lockheed Martin
Stratford, CT
10.2014 - 09.2023
  • In my time at Sikorsky I was given roles of increasing responsibility. I started as a Deputy PM, promoted to PM, then promoted to Sr. PM.
  • Oversaw program finance and ensured profitability.
  • Oversaw program compliance to contract specifications.
  • Adhered to and maintained consistency with company policies.
  • Ensured product development targets and orders growth were achieved.
  • Responsible for the utilization of earned value methods for precise oversight of the program's budget and schedule.
  • Oversaw the execution of strategies to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
  • Coordinated with customers on the achievement of contract objectives and explored future collaborations.
  • Integrated proposal work into program execution plan ensuring alignment with costs.
  • Managed key subcontract relationships with L3 Harris and General Dynamics Canada.
  • Managed functional support staffing in a matrix organization.
  • Managed international contracts while maintaining import/export compliance.
  • Ensured compliance with specified industrial standards as per contractual obligations.

Sr. Manager Supply Chain

Baker Hughes
Houston, TX
05.2012 - 10.2014
  • Utilized SAP Master Scheduling for efficient management of Just In Time Material globally within Completions plants.
  • Coordinated efforts with suppliers to maintain established quality, cost, and schedule benchmarks.
  • Oversaw inventory levels to mitigate risks from market fluctuations.
  • Delivered expert guidance through Core training to enhance competencies in purchasing, logistics, and planning.
  • Managed global Supply Chain operations across Completions hubs in Singapore, Germany, Scotland, and the US.

Roles of increasing responsibility

Pratt and Whitney
North Berwick, ME
07.2007 - 05.2012
  • Operations Manager for production of more than 100 variants of vane clusters across three OEM lines.
  • Leveraged Toyota Way methodologies to enhance manufacturing processes.
  • Increased on-time delivery rate from 22% to 94% within nine months through process improvements.
  • Project Manager for product value stream mapping to change layout of: machinery, tools, WIP, and external processes- use continuous improvement and material flow with Toyota Production concepts to increase productivity and mitigate risks to: material damage, quality, environment, safety and health
  • Cost reduction of 15% was achieved- received special bonus from plant GM
  • Materials Manager - Worked for Corporate Materials Management, on a team putting in place: strategy, tools and training for all US based facilities to meet DCMA Material Management and Accounting System requirements
  • System put in place was recognized by the DCMA as best in class
  • Materials Manager for Maintenance Repair Overhaul (MRO)- Cheshire Engine Center and East Hartford Repair and Overhaul (both union shops)- ensuring MRP planning, purchasing, supplier quality - is in place to support Overhaul and Repair by optimizing inventory and introducing continuous improvement efforts to improve flow
  • Nominated to the 'General Manager/Program Manager' Development Team.

Education

Masters - Business Administration

University of Massachusetts
Amherst, Ma
05.2011

Bachelor of Science - Engineering- Industrial Technology

University of Southern Illinois
Carbondale, Il
12.2001

Skills

  • Program management
  • Risk assessment
  • Financial analysis
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Earned value management
  • Business development
  • Customer engagement
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Communication skills
  • Innovation management

Certification

  • ACE Certification- United Technologies Continuous Improvement based on Toyota Production Model
  • Project Management- United Technologies
  • Six Sigma Green Belt- Lockheed Martin
  • Program Management Development Program- Lockheed Martin
  • Advanced Program Management
  • Scaled Agile Framework- Leading SAFe

Timeline

Sr. Program Manager (PM)

L3Harris
11.2023 - Current

Sr. Program Manager- Canadian Maritime Helicopter Program (CMHP)

Sikorsky Aircraft Company, Lockheed Martin
10.2014 - 09.2023

Sr. Manager Supply Chain

Baker Hughes
05.2012 - 10.2014

Roles of increasing responsibility

Pratt and Whitney
07.2007 - 05.2012

Masters - Business Administration

University of Massachusetts

Bachelor of Science - Engineering- Industrial Technology

University of Southern Illinois

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