Programme Manager

Hunter Savage; Banbridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer in Banbridge is seeking a Programme Manager to manage flagship programmes. This role involves leading integrated project teams, ensuring on-time, on-budget outcomes, and acting as the primary contact for major global projects. The ideal candidate will bring project management experience, strong stakeholder management skills, and a proactive approach. This position offers competitive salary and excellent benefits including flexible working and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance bonus

33 days annual leave

Flexible working

Health cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay & IVF support

Generous pension and life assurance

Strong focus on wellbeing and career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in project or programme management, ideally in a fast-paced or technical sector.
• Manufacturing experience is desirable.
• Background in budgeting or P&L management is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full programme lifecycle, from award to delivery.
• Lead internal IPTs and develop effective relationships across departments.
• Host and facilitate customer milestone meetings (onsite and virtual).
• Track budgets, manage risks, and resolve conflicts.
• Drive performance using established tools (P&L, Change Management, etc.).
• Champion customer satisfaction and commercial success.

Skills

Project or programme management experience

Stakeholder management skills

Organizational and communication abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Proactive, solutions-focused approach

Education

Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM)

Job description

Overview

Programme Manager – Global Manufacturer

Location: Banbridge, with occasional UK and international travel

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Contact: Conor O’Hagan

A market-leading manufacturer of high-performance solutions is seeking a Programme Manager to join its growing team in Banbridge. This is a key customer-facing role managing flagship programmes across the globe.

You’ll lead integrated project teams from programme award through to delivery, ensuring on-time, on-budget outcomes while maintaining the highest quality standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a visible, impactful role in a global manufacturing environment.

Top 3 Things to Know About This Role

1. Customer-Facing Leadership – Act as the primary contact for major global projects.
2. Integrated Project Leadership – Lead cross-functional teams and drive performance through proven programme management tools and best practices.
3. Global Exposure – Represent the business internationally, with opportunities for travel and direct engagement with customers at a senior level.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full programme lifecycle, from award to delivery
• Lead internal IPTs and develop effective relationships across departments
• Host and facilitate customer milestone meetings (onsite and virtual)
• Track budgets, manage risks, resolve conflicts, and maintain programme schedules
• Drive performance using established tools (P&L, Change Management, Risk Registers, etc.)
• Champion customer satisfaction and commercial success

What You’ll Bring

Essential:

• Experience in project or programme management, ideally in a fast-paced or technical sector
• Excellent stakeholder, customer and team management skills
• Strong organisational and communication abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach

Desirable:

• Manufacturing experience
• Background in budgeting or P&L management
• Familiarity with MRP/MPS systems
• Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
• Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM)

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonus
• 33 days annual leave (increasing with service)
• Flexible working, health cash plan, cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay & IVF support
• Generous pension, life assurance, and referral bonuses
• Strong focus on wellbeing, learning, and career progression

Ready to deliver exceptional programmes in a world-class engineering environment? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

To apply in confidence, please send your CV or reach out directly for more information.

For further information, and to apply for this Programme Manager position or other Projects or engineering opportunities, please contact Conor O’Hagan or visit our Website.

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