Our client, a prominent player in the aerospace sector, is seeking a Programme Manager to be based in Southampton area. This permanent role involves leading cross-functional teams to deliver on New Product Introduction (NPI) programmes, ensuring all deliverables are met within the terms and conditions of the contract and business case.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure a safe workplace environment without risk to health, adhering to all EHS policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Accurately clocking and booking time and job costings in a timely manner.
- Maintain workstations, ensuring cleanliness and proper storage of tools and equipment.
- Comply with all Quality standards, processes, and procedures while minimising wastage.
- Support cost reduction and management initiatives.
- Keep knowledge and training up to date to achieve acceptable standards for the role.
- Participate actively in team meetings, offering knowledge sharing, coaching, and mentoring when required.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties in line with the level of the role.
- Manage the programme business case and overview the lifecycle.
- Oversee contract performance-related activities and maintain control over programme budget and schedule.
- Interface between the customer and internal business team, managing information transfer and ensuring contract adherence.
- Implement and chair regular programme meetings and review sessions.
- Communicate programme directions, issues, and needs to stakeholders.
- Resolve customer issues promptly and keep the customer informed of programme progress.
- Develop existing and new business opportunities, and support proposal and negotiation efforts.
- Monthly programme reviews with Portfolio Leader, covering all aspects of the programme.
- Provide programme direction to department functions and support New Product Introduction processes.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or equivalent knowledge and experience.
- Experience in Programme Management or a strong drive and ambition with a suitable background.
Desired Skills:
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Ability to analyse and resolve problems.
- Experience in leading programmes/projects.
- Proficient in documenting, planning, and executing programmes.
- Established project management skills.
Benefits:
- Employer pension contribution up to 10%
- 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Option to buy or sell holiday scheme
- Free onsite parking
- On-site gym and classes
- Further training and development opportunities
- And more...
If you are a dedicated Programme Manager with experience in programmes and programme management within a highly regulated manufacturing sector, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's dynamic team and contribute to the success of cutting-edge initiatives.