Obsolescence Manager

Omega Resource Group; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Hertfordshire seeks an Obsolescence Manager to lead and shape the component obsolescence strategy. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure operational excellence and supports global initiatives for lifecycle management. The ideal candidate has expertise in obsolescence management and excellent communication skills, with opportunities for career growth and flexibility in working hours.

Benefits

Flexible Working: Minimum 2 days onsite

Bonus: Up to £2,500

Pension Contributions: Up to 14%

Flexible Leave: Up to 15 additional days

Enhanced Family Benefits

On-site Perks: Subsidised meals, free parking

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in obsolescence management.
• Knowledge of standards such as BS 62402 or equivalent.
• Ability to gain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Managing proactive and reactive obsolescence for components.
• Collaborating with engineers to collect data and produce reports.
• Engaging with Project Teams to drive robust obsolescence practices.

Skills

Obsolescence management expertise

Proficiency with relevant tools and techniques

Exceptional communication skills

Ability to produce clear technical documentation

Job description

Job Title: Obsolescence Manager

Salary: Up to £52,000

Location: Hertfordshire

Contract: Permanent

Role Overview

Our leading engineering client is looking for an Obsolescence Manager to lead and shape their component obsolescence strategy. You will partner with diverse stakeholders across a range of projects, providing expert advice, strategic guidance, and practical support to ensure operational excellence. With growing project demands and increasing volatility in global supply chains, particularly in the electronics sector, our client is seeking an Obsolescence Manager to strengthen and refine their lifecycle management processes within their UK Engineering Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing proactive and reactive obsolescence for thousands of components in innovative designs.
• Collaborating with engineers to collect data via supplier relationships and producing regular and ad hoc obsolescence reports.
• Engaging with Project Teams, Innovation Hubs, and Portfolio Groups to drive robust obsolescence management practices.
• Sharing expertise through design reviews, training, and development to maintain industry-leading standards.
• Supporting global obsolescence initiatives to define and implement best practices internationally.

Key Experience & Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in obsolescence management, including proficiency with relevant tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of standards such as BS 62402 or equivalent.
• Exceptional communication skills to support effective in-person and virtual collaboration with stakeholders.
• Ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate technical documentation.
• Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship or ability to gain clearance.

Benefits

• Flexible Working: Minimum 2 days per week on-site due to project requirements
• Bonus: Up to £2,500 (performance-based)
• Pension Contributions: Up to 14% total (employer + employee)
• Flexible Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Enhanced Family Benefits: Up to 26 weeks maternity/adoption/shared parental leave
• Career Growth: Excellent training & development opportunities
• On-site Perks: Subsidised meals, free parking & more

For more information on this role, please contact Ben Dawson on (phone number removed) or send copy of your CV to (url removed). For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website (url removed)

Omega Resource Group is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors.