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Launch Manager

Salary: £65,000

Location: Halewood

Job type: Permanent

Category: Management

Main purpose of the job: To provide support to the Plant through the management and coordination of all launch related activities Main objectives and results: * Lead cross functional on time, on cost product launches * Successful co-ordination of running changes * Implementation and team adherence to company Project Management Systems * Manage plant interface in support of Program targets * Demonstrate an understanding of JIT/Lean Manufacturing System, general manufacturing, and application of the PFMEA/DFMEA/FMEA * Write and follow up detailed and effective timing and action plans * Foster an effective personal working relationship with all departments * Direct cross functional team to ensure prompt responses to program needs * Maintain company and personal credibility with the customer and balance of customer relationship and company profitability * Interface and co-ordinate responses with company Commercial team * Ensure Launch Readiness Reviews are complete and updated every month * Launch Readiness Documents - identify and lead to resolution of key issues * Ensure Phase Reviews are held on time, regardless of whether or not exit can be achieved * Exit exceptions are documented and progress to completion is monitored * Clearly identify and follow up issues requiring management intervention * Maintain launch timing plans * Continually update progress and incorporate contingency plans and risk mitigation strategies into master timeline * Apply, execute and maintain function related Project Milestones/Timing Plans * Any other tasks, activities and responsibilities that may be individually defined. Preferred Skills and Experience: * BSc / HND in an Engineering or Business discipline * Extensive experience in automotive manufacturing, ideally a Tier 1 supplier. * Proven experience of managing multiple projects from development to launch * Proven experience of managing cross functional project teams in a matrix organisation * Evidence of achieving results through focused leadership and mentoring * Working knowledge of costing/quoting process * Program management knowledge * Knowledge of automotive development, drawings, production & logistics * Business, commercial and financial understanding * Confident decision maker and proactive problem solver, with a hands-on approach. * Strong leadership capabilities and proven management experience with the ability to work as If you are interested in this role and have the skills and experience required Apply Now

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