New Product Introduction Project Manager in Maidstone

• Project Manager
• Purpose of the role
• Support the positive approach to managing and enhancing business products, services and processes.
• To develop and apply project management tools & techniques to facilitate the on-time delivery of projects supporting the New Product Introduction process and other Project support activities.
• Proactive approach to support business ideals and customer relations while enhancing the Engineering teams and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the (GHP&PS) to develop a standard project management methodology to primarily support the delivery of NPI projects.
• Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate project delivery against agreed scope.
• Create and maintain relevant project plans and documentation to ensure project progress is understood and team members are aware of project delivery requirements and responsibilities.
• Assess requirements to support successful project delivery.
• Use appropriate techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule & costs (as applicable)
• Report and escalate project status concerns as needed.
• At all times represent the best interests when performing the duties of the role
• Making sure quality standards are met
• As required support and attend exhibitions, seminars workshops etc
• Working Relationships
• Direct & effective communication with all levels of the business environment (colleagues & customers alike).
• Participation in team meetings, training courses and workshops as required.
• Close links with colleagues should be developed and maintained in order that project objectives are achieved.
• Always required to present a positive and professional image enhancing the brand and image.
• Ensure that an excellent proactive supplier/customer relationship is always established and maintained.

Person Specification.

• Experienced Project Manager with a technical or engineering environment or leading engineering teams within such environments
• Prince 2 or formal Project Management training
• BTEC, HNC /City & Guilds or equivalent in an engineering or science discipline
• Business, Engineering or Science Degree or Membership of APM or similarbody is desirable
• Understanding and knowledge of working with and supporting OEM & Tier 1 customers.
• Experience of managing multi-disciplinary teams in a project delivery (life cycle management) environment.
• Relationship developer with both internal and external stakeholders
• Solid technical background, with a clear understanding of working within an NPI environment.
• Support the engineering team in the development of its working practices and processes to achieve better efficiency
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction.
• Decision-making skills, especially in high-pressure situations.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Attention to detail in planning, execution, and follow-through.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding goals and objectives.
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and driven.
• Flexibility to work beyond normal business hours when required