New Product Introduction Program Manager

PE Global; Stafford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PE Global is recruiting for an NPI Programme Manager based in Stafford to lead high-level management of multiple new product introductions. This 12-month contract role sits at the heart of the engineering/manufacturing function, ensuring projects align with strategy, schedule governance and cost targets.

You will drive cross-functional teams, communicate updates to leadership, and organise governance meetings to resolve issues and maintain momentum throughout gateway reviews.

Qualifications

• University degree or 10 years project management experience.
• Hands-on design/development experience in engineering/manufacturing.
• 5 years leading high-performing cross-functional teams.
• Experience in automotive engine manufacturing, aerospace or general mechanical manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level program management of multiple large NPI programs to deliver customer-focused solutions.
• Present weekly/monthly progress updates to management on NPI program progress, risks and concerns.
• Lead team meetings to govern NPI programs, typically weekly.
• Oversee creation of Program Project Plans and maintain the schedule in support of Gateway Schedules.
• Ensure functional requirements align with product strategy, program financials and gateway milestones.
• Organise and facilitate key presentations including Stakeholder Updates and NPI gateway reviews.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Program governance

Education

University degree or 10 years project management experience

Engineering/manufacturing experience

Automotive engine / aerospace / mechanical manufacturing exposure

Job description

PE Global is currently recruiting for an NPI Programme Manager for a leading multi-national manufacturer client based in Stafford.

This is an initial 12 month contract, and Inside IR35.

Duties of the role/Responsibilities

• High level program management of multiple large NPI programs to deliver customer focussed solutions
• Presentation of weekly/monthly updates to management on NPI program progress, risks & concerns.
• Team meetings, typically weekly, for governing NPI programs.
• Oversee creation of Program Project Plans and maintaining the plan schedule in support of Gateway Schedules.
• Ensure program functional requirements are aligned with the product strategy, program financials, cost targets and Gateway schedules are met.
• Organization and facilitation of key presentations including Stakeholder Updates, NPI Governance Meetings, NPI gateway reviews and NPI Issue Resolution Meetings as needed.

Education/Experience

• University degree or 10 years project management equivalent experience
• Hands on and demonstrable experience in Design, Development, in Engineering/manufacturing industry
• 5 years of experience leading high performing, cross functional teams.
• Project management in automotive engine manufacturing, aerospace or general mechanical manufacturing experience required.

Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in the UK.