Portfolio Lead

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

At Moog, we are at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace industry. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Tewkesbury is a testament to our commitment to excellence and cutting-edge technology. We pride ourselves on our excellent working culture and are looking for a dynamic and driven Portfolio Lead to join our team. Are you ready to take on a meaningful role where your leadership skills can truly make a difference? This is your opportunity to contribute to the future of aviation, working with advanced technology and a team committed to excellence.

As a Portfolio Lead, you will be at the forefront of coordinating the output of a family of parts within our ACC, Commercial Aircraft Group. If you are a capable leader with a talent for coordinating cross-functional teams, ready to embrace new challenges and make a positive impact, join us and be a part of making a difference in shaping the way our world moves.

• Team Leadership: Provide clear direction and objectives to the cross-functional portfolio team to achieve portfolio objectives, adherence to plan (on time in full) and to all cost and quality targets.
• Operational Excellence: Manage Tier 2 meetings to review KPIs, highlight issues and drive the team to resolve and escalate issues as needed.
• Stakeholder Management: Work closely with various stakeholders including Area Managers, Supervisors, Cell Leads, and customer-facing members.
• Communication and Collaboration: Effectively drive the team to develop and communicate the production plan and ensure adherence to schedules and beat rate management. Collaborate with A&T and Manufacturing Managers, planning and all Support teams to ensure resource availability and meet production targets.
• Schedule Adherence: Develop detailed plans covering all aspects of the production process, monitor and control plan adherence, and drive the portfolio forward to achieve committed schedules.
• Cost Management: Drive activities to reduce costs, and activate projects to increase profit.
• Risk and Scope Management: Manage portfolio risks, champion risk mitigation activities, and ensure engagement from all areas of the business.
• Customer Management: Support the Programme Manager in day-to-day customer interactions and ensure clear communication of site/business objectives.

• Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex portfolios.
• Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to apply appropriate methods.
• Ability to operate at both tactical and strategic levels.
• Strong motivational and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both formal and informal.
• Demonstrated success working with all levels of staff and representing the company in front of customers.
• Ability to deliver against challenging timescales.
• Experience in programme management is preferred but not essential.

In Return Moog can offer you: You'll have access to career progression opportunities and learning and development programs that will empower you to grow both personally and professionally. Enjoy a comprehensive Flexible Benefits Package, 33 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays), Private Medical Insurance, access to mental health support and expert financial advice. You'll also benefit from free parking, access to electric car charging, an onsite gym, Life Assurance, a Company Pension Contribution starting at 6%, and Employee Share Options.

You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.