Launch Manager

Ethero; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automotive component manufacturer is seeking a Launch Manager to oversee future project launches. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in new product launches within a fast-paced automotive environment and hold relevant engineering or project management qualifications. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a car allowance and pension contributions.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Up to 14% pension contributions

Family Bupa

Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fast-paced automotive manufacturing.
• Experience in managing multiple projects from development to launch.
• Educated to degree level or holding relevant qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Be an active member of the program team developing product knowledge.
• Manage the launch accountability process and communicate progress.
• Lead and deliver new product launches.

Skills

New product launch

Project management

Fast-paced automotive manufacturing

Education

Degree in engineering or project management

Job description

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A global automotive component manufacturer require a Launch Manager to manage the launch of future projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in new product launch and worked in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.

Commutable from: Redditch, Coventry, Birmingham, Warwick, Stratford upon Avon, Leamington Spa, Worcester, Kidderminster, Stourbridge

Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 p.a. +Car Allowance +Up to 14% pension (Employee and Employer contributions) +Family Bupa +Bonus

Duration: 18 Months fixed term contract

Suitable for: NPI Manager, Project Manager, Program Manager. Senior Launch Engineer, Launch Manager

The Role

Reporting into the Technical Manager you will have the following duties:

-Be an active and integrated member of the program team developing detailed knowledge of products and processes.
-Liaise and report the program status and progress to the Technical Manager.
-Manage the launch accountability process and communicate through the plant meeting cadence.
-Participate and assist in PFMEA's and process flow development.
-Lead and deliver new product launches.

The Person

Educated to degree level or holding qualifications in engineering or project management, you will have the following experiences:

-Proven experience in a fast paced automotive manufacturing environment.
-New product launch experience.
-Experience of managing multiple projects from development to launch.

To apply for this opportunity please click to apply or contact Greg Kneuss at the Ethero office in Telford for further details.

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