Lifecycle Obsolescence Strategist

Spectrum Control; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Control is seeking an Obsolescence Process Manager to establish and operate a proactive obsolescence-management process across the product lifecycle. You will monitor lifecycle status, assess risks, and coordinate timely, cost-effective mitigation to protect production continuity and customer commitments.

The role interfaces with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Programme teams, driving formal change control and continuous improvement in obsolescence data and supplier engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience in obsolescence, lifecycle management or DMSMS.
• Understanding of component lifecycle risks and supplier notices.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP and PLM data.
• Knowledge of IEC 62402 and quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain obsolescence-management process and plans.
• Monitor lifecycle status and assess risks across the product lifecycle.
• Coordinate cross-functional investigations and mitigation actions.
• Prepare business cases and technical recommendations.
• Lead Obsolescence Review Meetings and report KPIs.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Autonomous working

Attention to detail

Data management

Education

HNC/HND or degree in related technical discipline

Formal training in obsolescence/lifecycle management

Tools

Excel

ERP/MRP

PLM systems

Job description

Spectrum Control is seeking an Obsolescence Process Manager to establish and operate a proactive obsolescence-management process across the product lifecycle. You will monitor lifecycle status, assess risks, and coordinate timely, cost-effective mitigation to protect production continuity and customer commitments.

The role interfaces with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Programme teams, driving formal change control and continuous improvement in obsolescence data and supplier engagement.