Manufacturing Launch Manager

Manufacturing Launch Manager Harrogate area, up to £65k Global automotive manufacturer requires a New Product Launch Manager to ensure future projects are delivered effectively. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in new product launches in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. The role will be challenging, and we seek a resilient candidate able to manage multiple projects effectively in a pressurised and quality-driven environment. The role: ?Represent the plant, from kick-off meeting until achievement of the Launch targeted KPIs. ?Coordinate all the activities inside the plant to ensure a flawless launch ?Manage plant convergence plans in coordination with the Project Manager ?Define the plant project timing, in accordance with the global project timing. ?Define the project and all the core functions the needs for the project in the plant. ?Raise the DAI's and drive the workflow ?Follow all the KPIs in the launch book ?Collect and monitor data regarding plant launch costs, report to Plant Manager and Project Manager, manage recovery action plans ?Schedule organise drives, monitor the trial runs and scorecards, according to project master schedule, including run @ rate The Person ?Educated to Degree-level qualification in production management or Industrial methods or equivalent ?Proven experience in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. ?New product launch experience. ?Experience in managing multiple projects from development to launch. ?Excellent project management skills ?Experience in Management & Finance Management ?Conversant with Production & Logistics ?Understanding of Site techniques & Disciplines ?Conversant with industrial methods ?Aware of Quality procedures Benefits: 25 days per year holiday + Bank Company pension scheme Death in Service of 4 x salary Call Yasemin at Travail on (phone number removed) for more information. Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy