Programme Leader in Gaydon, Warwickshire

Are you an experienced Programme Leader looking for a new opportunity? I'm currently recruiting a permanent position based in Gaydon! If you are open to work and interested in having a discussion, please click the link and apply!

Responsibilities

* Coordination of Programme Gateways, tracking status of deliverables and collating Gateway evidence packs for advance distribution.
* Monitor and progress resolution of actions from the PST meeting.
* Manage the creation of programme SEL and PDL documents as directed by the Programme Manager and ensure product definition documents (PMXU) are up to date.
* Manage the collation and reporting to the Programme Manager of the SEL and PDL responses.
* Work with PMT areas and the Programme Coordinator to develop commodity plans that deliver releases at the appropriate Data Judgement (DJ) point and correct pedigree parts for vehicle builds.
* Identify and plan release points outside of DJ events and create an appropriate Engineering Timing Release Schedule (ETRS).
* Monitor commodity plans and act on deviations to establish and recommend appropriate recovery actions.
* Assist in target setting/balancing and management of cost, quality timing and function.
* Lead BOM to CAD alignment exercise and Virtual Series events as primary point of contact for Programme.
* Identify the required information to define the overall programme timing plan, integrating commodity plans, launch plans and build points and support the Programme coordinator to collate a robust level of information.
* Support programme cost reviews, redbook deep dives, cost down / cost saving activities.
* Act as stand-in for the Programme Manager when required.
* Support PMT / PMST meetings as required acting as the voice of the Programme.
* Work with the relevant departments to plan and execute prototype builds including number of vehicles, specification, BOM, and prototype commodity plans to ensure builds are fit for purpose.
* Lead minor model programmes including financial and delivery responsibility.

Requirements

* Automotive or Mechanical Engineering Degree or extensive relevant experience.
* Whole vehicle or complex system programme coordination / management experience.
* Extensive knowledge of product development / creation systems.
* Experience in component design, development and sign off.
* Expert user of Microsoft Office tools particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
* Confident and authoritative presentation skills.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.