Programme Manager
Cala Consulting are recruiting for a Programme Manager for a market
leading manufacturer.
Purpose of
job:
As Programme Manager you will lead high profile programmes, acting as
the first point of contact with the clients.
Working in a fast-paced environment focused on the delivery of high
quality products on time and within budget.
The main duties and responsibilities of the Programme
Manager will include:
Responsibilities
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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.
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Lead and develop an Integrated Project Team from programme award through
to delivery, facilitating effective decision making to ensure successful
realisation of customer requirements.
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Build and maintain cross functional relationships, leading to effective
collaborative working.
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Ensuring Customer and Original Equipment Manufacturer needs are met by
working to a defined Programme Baseline Specification.
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Facilitate and host in-person milestone meetings with Customers and
OEMs.
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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.
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Manage programme Non-Recurring Cost payments upon completion of
programme milestones and also Recurring Cost budgets.
·
Be able to react to emergent issues and risks with a solution-based
approach, using the escalation process when needed.
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Work to internal Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), helping the business
meet its strategic goals.
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Be willing and able for international travel to support Customer and OEM
in-person meetings.
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Use established Programme Management tools to successfully deliver the
agreed Customer & OEM requirements, such as:
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Change Management
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Risk/Opportunity Management
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Programme Action Tracker
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Lessons Learnt reviews
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Tp level scheduling
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Profit & Loss reviews
Requirements
Essential
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Relevant project/programme management or equivalent experience
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Strong, proven skills in customer management, teamwork, negotiations and
decision-making
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Ability to multi-task and operate in a fast-paced, high-pressure
environment
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Excellent organisational skills
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Excellent internal and external communication and presentation skills
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Ability to take initiative and work with minimum supervision
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Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
Competitive salary
and excellent benefits package for the Programme Manager role.
Cala
Consulting is an equal opportunity employer.