NPI Project Manager (257161381) Plymouth, England
Salary: GBP50000 - GBP55000 per annum
Butler Rose is partnering with a leading manufacturer based in Plymouth to recruit an NPI Project Manager. This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on driving new products from concept through to successful launch in a complex, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The opportunity
You’ll be the crucial link between product development and manufacturing, leading cross-functional teams to deliver new products on time, within scope and budget. Working closely with engineering, operations, supply chain, quality and commercial teams, you’ll have real influence over some high-profile, technically challenging programmes.
Key responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams to deliver new products on time, within scope and budget
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines and resource allocations
- Drive project governance through phase-gate reviews, risk assessments and issue resolution
- Define project requirements and deliverables with customers, design and commercial teams
- Coordinate prototype builds, testing, validation and pilot production
- Track and report project performance via KPIs and dashboards for senior stakeholders
- Manage changes to scope, schedule and costs through robust change control processes
- Ensure compliance with internal processes, industry standards and regulatory requirements
- Support transfer to production and launch readiness, including documentation and supply chain ramp-up
What we're looking for
- Degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management or a related field
- Substantial project management experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of product development life cycles
- Proficiency in project management tools and NPI processes
- Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
- Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail
- PMQ or equivalent project management certification
- SAP experience
What's on offer
- Salary of £50,000–£55,000 plus bonus
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus holiday purchasing scheme
- Life insurance at 3x salary
- Pension contributions matched to 5%
- Westfield Health provision
- Smart Spending platform access
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NPI Project Manager in Plymouth employer: Butler Rose
Join a well-established manufacturing business in Cumbria as a Purchasing Buyer Electronics, where you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values employee growth and development. With a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package including generous annual leave, hybrid working options, and health and wellbeing initiatives, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a significant impact on procurement processes while enjoying a balanced work-life environment.
