Programme Manager
Cala Consulting are recruiting for a Programme Manager for this 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.
Responsibilities
The main duties and responsibilities of the Programme Manager will include:
- 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 from programme award through to delivery, facilitating effective decision making to ensure successful realisation of customer requirements.
- Build and maintain cross functional relationships, leading to effective collaborative working.
- Ensuring Customer and Original Equipment Manufacturer 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 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.
- 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
- Tp level scheduling
- Profit & Loss reviews
Essential Criteria
- Relevant project/programme management or equivalent experience
- 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
Competitive salary and excellent benefits package for the Programme Manager role.
Cala Consulting is an equal opportunity employer.