Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.
As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.
We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.
Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!
The Industrial Participation Manager will lead the development of Ultra Maritime’s Industrial Participation strategies (ITB/ Offset) which will deliver success across multiple international programs.They will be a subject matter expert, providing expertise to Bids and Programs, and will support key
stakeholders to plan, execute and report initiatives which meet Ultra’s offset obligations to its customers.
Nationality Requirements
Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.
Job Description
Specific duties include:
- Develop strategy which supports the delivery of Industrial Participation (IP) requirements
- across several global defence programmes (with input from executives and key stakeholders)
- Be the champion within the business for ITB & Offset, leading the establishment of common approaches and processes to ultimately ensure it is embedded in the business.
- Identify and capture Industrial Participation opportunities and credits.
- Development and implementation of practices and procedures designed to identify and capture Industrial Participation opportunities and credits.
- Support bid teams to create credible plans, which are aligned to the overall IP strategy, while meeting the requirements of that specific proposal.
- Contribute to proposals to ensure Industrial Participation obligations are properly described in our offers for new programs.
- Support the detailed planning and delivery of Industrial Participation activities to meet the companies’ commitments.
- Support the identification, evaluation, and selection of investment opportunities/projects for offset credit.
- Engagement/education of internal stakeholders across all of Ultra’s Lines of Business to identify, develop and submit activities which are eligible for credit.
- Monitor performance across multiple programs and provide regular reports to senior leadership ensuring program objectives are achieved and reporting requirements are met.
- Collate information required to generate Offset reports and submit to the relevant authority to ensure correct credits are awarded.
- Work with the senior leadership and relevant internal stakeholders, to develop and maintain a stakeholder management plan for Ultra to cover National and provincial government agencies, Industry associations & Research institutions
Experience/Knowledge:
- Knowledge of Industrial Policy and Offset Programmes
- Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in Supply Chain, Program Management or Offset (ideally in the defence sector).
- Experience with building detailed reporting, and ERP system knowledge
- Strategy Development
- Understanding of Contract Terms/Experience with contract negotiations
- Experience in program planning, budgeting and tracking to cost and schedule.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Stakeholder and customer relationship management
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio).
- Quantitative skills as well as sales / account management experience a distinct advantage.
Personal Attributes:
- Strategic Thinking.
- Willing to challenge the status quo.
- Excellent Communication skills
- Stakeholder Management.
- Dealing with Ambiguity.
- Perseverance.
- Problem Solving.
- Business Acumen.
- Organized
- Organizational Agility.
- Written Communication/Presentation Skills.
Qualifications:
- Undergraduate Degree in business or a related field. Professional experience may be considered in lieu of education.
Role Requirements:
- Eligibility to work in Canada either as a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
- Ability to achieve the required level of Security Clearance
- Ability to Travel
Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and 5+ years related experience or an Associate Degree in a related field and 1+ years in a leadership role. May be required to maintain security clearance
Diverse & Inclusive Employer
Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.
We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a competitive benefits package including extended health and dental, life insurance, RRSP, deferred profit sharing, optional critical illness insurance, an EFAP and student bursaries
.
We encourage regular manager-employee performance feedback, goal alignment and employee development through our Employee Performance Development Plan (EPDP) and offer employee education assistance to allow our people to acquire new qualifications and certifications.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from Women, Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.
Reasonable accommodation statement: If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [email protected]
Company: Ultra Maritime
Skills Required
- Knowledge of Industrial Policy and Offset Programmes
- 5-7 years experience in Supply Chain, Program Management or Offset (ideally defence sector)
- Experience building detailed reporting and ERP system knowledge
- Strategy development experience
- Understanding of contract terms and experience with contract negotiations
- Experience in program planning, budgeting and tracking to cost and schedule
- Stakeholder and customer relationship management experience
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio)
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, written communication and presentation skills
- Quantitative skills; sales / account management experience
- Undergraduate degree in business or related field (professional experience may be considered in lieu)
- Eligibility to work in Canada as a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Ability to obtain the required level of Security Clearance
- Ability to travel
What We Do
Ultra Maritime is a defense technology company that provides application-engineered, bespoke solutions for naval and other mission-critical systems. Its capabilities include sonar, radar, and intelligent systems supporting global military programs. The company focuses on protecting what matters and powering naval technology, serving defense, security, critical detection, and control markets with hardware and integrated technologies designed for long-term military programs around the world.
