Programme Manager

Thompson Aero; Banbridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

33 days annual leave

Health cash plan

Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Discounted Gym membership

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Thompson Aero in Banbridge is looking for a Programme Manager to lead high-profile programmes and serve as a key point of contact for leading airlines. The role involves managing relationships and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget.

Successful candidates will have at least 5 years of project/programme management experience and a solid background in customer management. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential. Competitive benefits include an annual bonus and extensive leave.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a project/programme management role.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Experienced in budgeting and Profit & Loss management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Lead and develop an Integrated Project Team from programme award to delivery.
• Implement conflict resolution while managing programme priorities.

Skills

Customer management

Negotiations

Teamwork

Decision-making

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Degree in Engineering, Science, Business, or related subject

Programme Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM)

Job description

• Location: Banbridge, County Down, United Kingdom
• Earnings: Salary discussed on application

The post holder will be responsibleforleading high profile programmes, acting as the first point of contact with some of the world's leading airlines. As a Programme Manager at TAS, you will work in a fast-paced environment focused on the delivery of high quality products on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the relationship with the Customer and all stakeholders to enhance chances of success for the programme as well as for future business.
• Lead and develop an Integrated Project Team (IPT) from programme award through to delivery, facilitating effective decision making to ensure successful realisation of customer requirements.
• Build and maintain cross functional relationships within TAS, leading to effective collaborative working.
• Ensuring Customer and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) needs are met by working to a defined Programme Baseline Specification.
• Facilitate and host in-person milestone meetings with Customers and OEMs.
• Set up and manage internal and external meetings, virtual and in-person, ensuring critical information is logged and distributed and decisions are made on time to support the programme schedule.
• Implement effective conflict resolution while managing programme priorities.
• Manage programme Non-Recurring Cost (NRC) payments upon completion of programme milestones and also Recurring Cost (RC) budgets.
• Be able to react to emergent issues and risks with a solution-based approach, using the escalation process when needed.
• Work to internal Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), helping the business meet its strategic goals.
• Be willing and able for international travel to support Customer and OEM in-person meetings.
• Use established Programme Management tools to successfully deliver the agreed Customer & OEM requirements, such as:
  • Change Management
  • Risk/Opportunity Management
  • Programme Action Tracker
  • Lessons Learnt reviews
  • Top level scheduling
  • Profit & Loss reviews

Reward

• Annual bonus (linked to company performance)
• 33 days annual leave (Increase after 5 years' service)
• 37.5 hours per week
• Health cash plan
• Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• Holiday Purchase Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
• Electric Car Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Competitive enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• IVF & Assisted Conception Policy
• Women in Business - CorporateMember
• Service Awards
• Local charity /sponsorship activities
• Dedicated employee parking
• Discounted Gym membership
• Learning and development opportunities

Requirements

• Strong, proven skills in customer management, teamwork, negotiations and decision-making
• Ability to multi-task and operate in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Excellent organisational skills
• Excellent internal and external communication and presentation skills
• Ability to take initiative and work with minimum supervision
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
• 5 years’ experience in a project/programme management role
• Experienced in budgeting and Profit & Loss management
• Experience working in a manufacturing and/or aerospace environment
• Basic understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Master Production Schedules (MPS)
• Educated to degree level, ideally educated in Engineering, Science, Business or a related subject
• A formal Programme Management qualification from bodies such as PRINCE2, APM

We reserve theright to enhance criteria on shortlisting.

Thompson Aero Seating is an Equal Opportunities employer.