Interim Head Of Configuration Management

Redline Group Ltd; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 111,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Redline Group Ltd is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Configuration Management for a Watford-based contract. You will define and lead the configuration management function, ensuring robust control of product data across multiple programmes.

You will drive governance, change control and compliance within a complex engineering environment, collaborating with engineering, PM, quality, manufacturing and supply chain teams to deliver effective configuration integrity.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a Configuration Management function within a complex engineering, defence, aerospace or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of configuration identification, change control, status accounting and configuration audits.
• Experience managing configuration management teams and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of PLM, ERP and configuration management tools.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the configuration management function across multiple programmes.
• Drive continuous improvement and implement best practices for configuration governance.
• Ensure robust control of product data and compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, quality, manufacturing and supply chain teams.

Skills

Configuration leadership

Change control

Stakeholder influence

Governance frameworks

Regulatory compliance

CM tools

Tools

PLM

ERP

Job description

Are you an experienced Interim Head of Configuration Management looking for your next contract opportunity?

Do you have a proven track record of leading configuration management strategies, governance and compliance within complex engineering or technology environments?

We are currently URGENTLY seeking an Interim Head of Configuration Management to join our Watford based client for an exciting contract assignment. In this role, you will be responsible for defining and leading the configuration management function, ensuring robust control of product data, change management processes and configuration governance across multiple programmes.

The Interim Head of Configuration Management will work closely with engineering, project management, quality, manufacturing and supply chain teams to ensure configuration integrity is maintained throughout the product lifecycle. You will also be responsible for driving continuous improvement, implementing best practices and ensuring compliance with industry and customer standards.

The ideal Watford based Interim Head of Configuration Management will have experience which includes:

• Proven experience leading a Configuration Management function within a complex engineering, defence, aerospace or manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of configuration identification, change control, status accounting and configuration audits
• Experience managing configuration management teams and influencing senior stakeholders
• Demonstrable experience implementing and improving configuration management policies, processes and governance frameworks
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Experience with PLM, ERP and configuration management tools

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Interim Head of Configuration Management to play a pivotal role in supporting critical programmes and delivering effective configuration control across the organisation.

This role will not accept candidates operating via a PSC; you will therefore need to operate via an Umbrella company.