Head of Program Management

3-month initial contract (renewal/s expected)

Hybrid working - Coventry

Outside IR35, 40 hrs pw

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.*

About the company

I am currently recruiting on behalf of a renewable energy manufacturer, based in Coventry, who are seeking a Head of Program Management to join their team

Job Description

As Head of Program Management, your main responsibilities are:

• Develop and establish the Clients'' battery development programme management strategy, methodology, responsibilities, services, tools and training requirements.
• Provide planning and impact analysis for new battery-development initiatives into programmes, to support the vision, strategic objectives and business continuity commitments, working closely and maintaining effective relationships with Functional leads and other key stakeholders.
• Provide effective programme management across the Clients'' battery-development programme and projects, overseeing the successful delivery of projects/programmes regarding time, budget, and quality, through to benefits realisation.
• Lead cross functional issue resolution and remove roadblocks internally and externally.
• Allocate work to team members and provide guidance.
• Nominate individuals for training as per guidelines to ensure that team members receive all necessary.

Qualifications / Skills needed

• Essential to come from a manufacturing background, pref. auto.
• Experience of working on collaborative partnerships
• Preferably have some experience of working in or with Chinese organisations
• Lean manufacturing/Continuous improvement
• Background operating within a large complex organisation is essential, preferably within an automotive environment
• Previous experience operating as a Programme Director or similar equivalent role with regular C-suite engagement and reporting

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment.

How to Apply

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