Project Manager

Jackie Kerr Recruitment; Malmesbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Project Manager for a specialist manufacturing company in Malmesbury. The role involves managing project schedules, ensuring timely delivery, and acting as the primary client contact. The ideal candidate should have experience with SAP systems and a background in engineering or manufacturing. The position offers benefits including health support and generous holiday leave.

Benefits

24/7 Health and Finance Support

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

30 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Previous experience in project management or similar role.
• Ability to issue orders with BOMs on SAP/ERP systems.
• Experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define engineering requirements for projects.
• Ensure project delivery on time and within budget.
• Act as the point of contact for clients during projects.
• Manage project schedules and expenditures.

Skills

Experience with SAP/ERP manufacturing system

Project Management experience

Engineering/manufacturing background

Job description

Project Manager

Malmesbury, Wiltshire

GBP35,000 GBP40,000 Per Annum

We at Jackie Kerr Recruitment are excited to be recruiting a Project Manager for a specialist manufacturing company, who have been established for over 70 years!

Project Manager Roles and Responsibilities:

• Define detailed engineering requirements for projects and spare parts requests.
• Provide updated cost estimates and part numbers to the Sales team.
• Ensure the successful delivery of projects on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the client throughout the engineering phase of the project.
• Verify that designs meet contractual obligations and technical performance standards by conducting initial drawing reviews.
• Manage project schedules, monitor lead times across departments and suppliers, and proactively address potential delays.
• Coordinate the preparation of supporting documentation, including drawings, manuals, and packing lists.
• Organize and lead project review meetings, including taking minutes, issuing actions, and tracking follow-up.
• Monitor and track project expenditures against the approved budget.
• Liaise with suppliers to negotiate terms and provide procurement information to the purchasing department.
• Issue orders and Bills of Materials (BOMs) within the SAP/ERP manufacturing system.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external partners, including Design, Production, Suppliers, Stores, Despatch, and Freight Forwarders.
• Conduct final quality checks on all project materials prior to packing and shipment and oversee and support the packing and dispatch processes
• Review and respond to technical reports received from site activities.
• Log and distribute site reports, including photographs and related documentation.
• Analyse project costs and spending in comparison to budgeted figures.
• Document any project changes, modifications, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Track outstanding project tasks and manage them through to resolution.
• Collaborate with the Costing department to evaluate and validate project margins.
• Prepare and issue project handover certificates upon completion and provide remote technical support for warranty and post-sales service issues.
• Identify and evaluate spare parts requirements and associated costs.

Project Manager Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience issuing orders with BOMs on SAP/ ERP Manufacturing system
• Previously worked as a Project Manager or in a similar role
• Worked in an engineering/manufacturing environment (desirable)

Project Manager Working Hours/Benefits:

• Monday Thursday, 08 00, Friday 08 00
• 24/7 Health and Finance Support (Bupa Employee Assistance Programme)
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• 30 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years.

We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidates' requirements to ensure that we place you in your ideal role.

We have recently heavily invested in new Recruitment Software that provides an online portal. Simply visit jackiekerrrecruitment . com to enter your details and you will receive job alerts, hot off the press.

The portal enables you to update your information and CV at any time, so we always have your latest employment details on record.

So please visit our website and let us help you to find your dream job!

Please note: At Jackie Kerr Recruitment we receive a huge number of applications for each job that is posted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of your original application, please go to our website jackiekerrrecruitment . com to apply for other jobs that may be suitable to you.