Senior Project Manager

Firmin Recruit LTD; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable manufacturing agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Program Manager to oversee program deployment and lead the operational team to meet project goals. The ideal candidate has at least three years of program management experience and strong leadership skills. The role offers a competitive benefits package including pensions, flexi-time, and private health plans after a year of service.

Benefits

Parking

Pension

Flexi-time

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Private Health Plan

Life Assurance

Travel Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years Program Manager experience.
• Previous leadership experience required.
• Ability to manage complex projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of program deployment from all operational aspects.
• Work with the operational team to ensure successful execution.
• Risk assess projects and implement control measures when necessary.

Skills

Program Manager experience

Leadership experience

Influencing and mentoring skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong organisational skills

Time management

Basic Production techniques

Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Project)

Business management software

Job description

Firmin Recruit are delighted to be working with our established manufacturing client. Our client has been operating for 75 years and works with many world-leading brands, and some for over 20 years. They are an American company and their UK head office is based in Sittingbourne, Kent. Due to business demands, my client is recruiting for an experienced Program Manager to join their existing team.

The Role

To take ownership of the deployment of a program ( or project), from all operational aspects. Work with account management and the wider operational team to deliver successful operational execution. In so doing, provide leadership, guidance, and a clear vision to the operational team to deliver successful operational execution.

Hours

37.5 hours - Monday - Friday

Benefits

Parking, Pension, flexi-time, 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, Private Health Plan ( after 1 year of service), Life Assurance, Travel Insurance, etc.

Key Accountabilities

• To take ownership of a range of projects for multiple accounts, managing the Operational team to ensure they are successfully delivered as per customer requirements, on specification, on budget and per project plan.
• Work with the Head of Client Operations to identify improvement plans to advance the efficiency of RTC's program execution
• Mentor other team members , guiding and influencing positive outcomes.
• Identify objectives and opportunities for growth for the operational associates within the team

Operational Delivery

• To risk assess each project and evaluate and communicate any possible impact on the business
• To prepare detailed project plans for the completion of works, showing milestones for manufacture, sub-contractors, and installation. To continuously review the project plan, implement control measures as and when necessary.
• To prepare cost and budget reconcilliations, ensuring that projects are completed within the budget.
• To assist the estimating team in the preparation of prototype and production estimates when required, contacting suppliers to obtain the most cost-effective solutions, and communicating the requirements of the given enquiry to the suppliers
• To undertake any other duties as assigned by your Line Manager.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of three years Program Manager experience
• Previous leadership experience
• Ability to influence, guide and mentor team members as appropriate
• Level-headed, reactive and solution-oriented
• Commercially minded with problem-solving skills
• Organisational skills
• Ability to manage complex projects
• Strong time management.
• Basic Production techniques
• Computer literate with knowledge of Word, Excel & Project software.
• Business management software, including inventory management

If you have the necessary experience and would like more information about this role, please send your CV.

Due to the location of my client, the successful candidate will need access to their own transpor

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