Program Planner

ZipRecruiter; Wotton-under-Edge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform is seeking a detail-driven Programme Planner / Manager in Wotton-under-Edge. The candidate will manage vehicle programme projects, ensure timelines are met, and maintain accurate Bills of Materials. Strong experience in automotive development and proficiency in MS Project and Excel are required. This role focuses on collaboration and data integrity across complex projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive or complex product development programmes.
• Strong skills in managing critical paths and risks in project settings.
• Ability to analyze complex data using Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage several projects with timelines, KPIs, and production teams.
• Build and manage master schedules, tracking dependencies and risks.
• Create and maintain project BOMs with robust revision control.
• Collaborate across teams to align plans and resolve conflicts.
• Provide clear reporting and data integrity across programmes.

Skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Tools

MS Project

MS Excel

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a detail-driven Programme Planner / Manager to help keep vehicle programmes on track. You’ll manage projects, timing plans, maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), and work closely with engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and programme management to deliver complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage several projects with a responsibility for timelines, KPIs, production teams etc
• Build and manage master schedules, tracking dependencies and risks
• Create and maintain project BOMs with robust revision control
• Collaborate across teams to align plans, resolve conflicts, and support delivery
• Provide clear reporting and data integrity across programmes

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive or complex product development programmes
• Strong MS Project skills (critical path, risk, dependencies)
• Strong MS Excel skills - ability to analyse complex data and derive conclusions
• Degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering or related field
• Meticulous attention to detail with strong communication skills

If you thrive on structure, problem-solving, and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.