Project / Programme Manager

Project / Programme Manager

Role Purpose

The Programme Manager leads the successful delivery of new programmes and product changes across portfolio. The role ensures disciplined change control, drives cross-functional collaboration, and manages the full GDLS/ProLink lifecycle to achieve successful launches aligned with commercial, operational, and strategic goals. A strong customer focus and clear leadership reporting are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Accountable for programme delivery across Scope, Time, Cost, and Quality

• Lead Cross Functional Teams (CFT) through the full programme lifecycle

• Manage programme budgets, pricing, tooling (TAR), capital investment (CAR), engineering (PDP), and cash flow

• Define and control key milestones including design freeze, build events, tooling, make vs buy, and customer requirements

• Develop and maintain Statements of Work and programme assumptions with stakeholders

• Drive structured change management and risk escalation

• Deliver accurate status reporting (MOR, gateway reviews, financials, timing plans)

• Ensure compliance with quality standards and documentation requirements

• Act as primary interface between customer and internal teams

• Promote collaborative, inclusive team culture

• Identify and implement programme delivery improvements

• Resolve operational, commercial, and technical issues using structured problem-solving methods

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Project/Programme Management, Engineering, Business, or equivalent automotive experience

• Professional PM accreditation (IPMA Level C or equivalent preferred)

• Proven automotive programme/project management experience

• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills

• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, IATF16949

• Experience managing financials, budgets, and investment approvals

• Strong organisational, communication, and reporting skills

• Intermediate Excel (pivot tables, data analysis, reporting)

• Flexible to travel and adapt to changing priorities

• Demonstrated ownership and accountability for programme outcomes