Position: EV Packaging & Compliance Lead Location: Whitley Position Type: Contract (Rolling) Inside IR35 Contechs is currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM based in Whitley who are seeking a EV Packaging & Compliance Lead to join their team Job Description As EV Packaging & Compliance Lead your main responsibilities are: As EV Packaging & Compliance Lead sat in the Global Centre of Excellence for Quality, Compliance & Sustainability, you will be responsible for ensuring the Quality and Compliance readiness of the Global Supply Chain Operations for the transition to electrification at volume. Defining requirements and performing gap analysis, reviewing, and communicating standards, and guiding and assessing the Global Operational teams across our Packaging, Warehousing and Transport operations as our Client transforms its aftermarket supply chain operation as part of its electrification journey. You will also own the process and governance of the definition and implementation of both logistics quality and compliance workstreams related to batteries and electrification. Liaising with regional analysts to implement across our global footprint and defining how we deliver the best quality of supply to end customers in aftermarket, as well as how our global operation functions efficiently and compliantly across international trade and regulatory frameworks. You will be ensuring the quality of physical delivery to retail partners, Importers, and intra-company shipments globally, as well as working with all our regions to regularly review quality metrics and guiding regional experts on detailed root cause analysis and development / tracking of actions to improve. Skills Required: Experience of either battery/lithium-ion technology and regulations or significant experience in international logistics regulations and compliance in automotive or similar industry Excellent project management skills, experience in working with cross-functional teams in a matrix organization and a passion about moving tasks forward as well as taking full ownership of projects / issues Ability to distil complex regulatory requirements into clear, concise process documentation / communications Essential: Collaborative with a solid understanding of customer and team dynamics Excellent collaboration and communication skills Why work through Contechs? Contechs is a strategic partner to the automotive industry, providing innovative design and engineering services to global OEMs, from concept to production. Founded in 1997, Contechs has since established itself as a leading automotive recruitment specialist, recruiting across all disciplines in the product development process Its dedicated Contractor Care Team plays a pivotal role in providing an effective and successful placement for external employees, supporting them throughout their contract, from pre-placement to contract renewal. How to Apply If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and any questions to If you know anyone that is suitable for the role, please visit our refer a friend page where we offer up to £600 for successful referrals