Programme Manager

Placed: 09/12/17
Region: County Durham
Location: Newton Aycliffe
Category: Jobs


Content of the advertisement:

CDM are delighted to be working with an international business who specialise in the design, development and manufacture of metal automotive components.

Due to ongoing growth and an extremely positive year, there is an immediate, Permanent requirement for a Programme Manager to join the successful operation in the North East.

Reporting to Programme Director Chassis, you will be responsible for delivering Project to Plan and on Budget. Being the Point of Contact with Customer during the Programme.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure all project / program deliverables are met with respect to Quality Delivery and Cost utilising the Gestamp New Product Creation System
Escalate risks / issues to senior management in a timely manner and providing viable solutions
Lead the Project Team during customer PMST meetings / escalation meetings where deemed necessary
Organise and chair the project accountable meetings managing milestone attainment and gateway timing
Identify potential opportunities to improve key financial measures
Maintain a master timing plan for each project and program, ensuring the plant and support plans are also maintained and in line with latest level
Control and maintain program budgets and part price tracking with the ultimate goal of improving overall project profitability during life cycle
Work in conjunction with the commercial and purchasing teams during the acquisition and program phase with accurate cost and timing information
Report project / program status to senior management

Skills and Experience

Proven experience of delivering a major Engineering / Capital programs, on time and to budget
Experienced in providing fully integrated service to the customer within in a Vehicle Development environment
Strong people management skills to lead manage and motivate a team including Global location teams
Demonstrate a disciplined approach to program management, with a working knowledge of customer systems
Available to travel to and work at Customer, Division and Supplier sites as required for varying time periods
PRINCE2 Project Management training preferred with a background in Body In White Engineering
Good computer literacy specifically in Microsoft Office with APQP experience
Driving licence

If you feel you have the relevant skills and experiences for this role then please click and apply, if you require any further details feel free to contact us

Price / Salary: £45000 - £55000/annum