The search is on for a dynamic Programme Manager to take the reins in overseeing crucial manufacturing projects within a fast-paced and intricate manufacturing setting. As a pivotal figure within the manufacturing project management team, you’ll engage in collaborative efforts with various teams spanning diverse disciplines to deliver essential capabilities to both our domestic front and international partners.
Job Title: Manufacturing Programme Manager
Salary:  Circa £50,000-£60,000
Location: Bolt
Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
The opportunity:
An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic programme manager to lead and manage business critical manufacturing programmes in a fast paced and complex manufacturing environment.
Being a key member of the manufacturing project management team you will have the opportunity to collaborate with other teams across multiple disciplines and deliver critical capabilities to our home nations and export partners.
The role will provide many stimulating challenges, personal development opportunities and the chance to work both with teams throughout the UK and internationally..
What we’re looking for from you:
*Accomplished Programme Manager with a proven track record in the delivery of complex multinational projects.
*Substantial stakeholder management experience, interfacing and effectively influence customers and suppliers as well as briefing to senior management level.
*Proven management experience leading multi-functional teams in a matrix or cross functional organisation.
*Experience of management of project scope, identifying deviations and negotiation of changes and their impact on the overall project.
*An eye for detail, able to identify risks and opportunity trends within in cost, schedule and quality data and able formulate plans in order to mitigate risk and deliver opportunities.
*Enthusiastic and pro-active individual who can prioritise and understand strategic business needs as well as managing the day-to-day tactical decisions.
*Able to construct and maintain project plans and familiar with project planning software such as Primavera or Microsoft Project.
*You will need to have a high degree of self-motivation and drive with the ability work independently and as part of a team.
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Our company:
MBDA is a leading defence organisation.  We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
What we can offer you:
*Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
*Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
*Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
*Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
*Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities
Our Business:
We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.   MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more…
We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.
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