At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative projects from concept to launch in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company working with top tech brands.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus potential, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive culture with excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Be the driving force behind new product introductions and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management and strong collaboration skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 52000 £ per year.
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Salary: £50,000.00 - £52,000.00 plus bonus
Contract Type: Permanent
This is a full-time position, Monday–Friday, 39 hours per week.
Our client believes in driving innovation and excellence. Their clients include some of the world's leading technology companies, major players in software, hardware, and cloud computing, and specialise in enclosures, climate control systems, power distribution, and IT infrastructure for industrial and IT applications.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a proactive and results-driven NPI Project Manager to drive the successful introduction of new products from concept through to launch. In this pivotal role, you will manage timelines, budgets, resources, and risks, ensuring every project aligns with customer and business objectives. You'll be the crucial link between product development and our complex manufacturing environment.
Key Accountabilities
- Lead cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, sales, etc.) to deliver new products on time, within scope and budget.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations for all NPI activities.
- Drive project governance through phase-gate reviews, risk assessments, and issue resolution.
- Collaborate with customers, design, operations, and commercial teams to define project requirements and deliverables.
- Coordinate prototype builds, testing, validation, and pilot production.
- Track and report on project performance using KPIs and dashboards for stakeholders and senior leadership.
- Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and costs using robust change control processes.
- Ensure compliance with internal processes, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Support transfer to production and product launch readiness, including documentation, training, and supply chain ramp-up.
Key Performance Indicators
- Time: On-time delivery to customer expectations, aligned with internal stakeholders.
- Cost: Effective budget management, delivering cost-effective solutions for both company and customer.
- Quality: Meeting internal and customer-driven quality standards.
Relationships
You will build and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, including engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, sales, customers, and suppliers.
Project Manager - Manufacturing in Devon employer: Interaction - York
As a leading player in the manufacturing sector, our company offers an exceptional work environment in Plymouth, Devon, where innovation and excellence are at the forefront of our operations. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative culture that encourages professional growth and development, providing employees with opportunities to lead cross-functional teams and manage impactful projects. With competitive salaries, performance bonuses, and a commitment to employee well-being, we ensure that our team members thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to cutting-edge technology solutions.
