Exciting Opportunity: Project Manager in the Heart of Automotive Excellence Are you ready to steer your career in an exhilarating direction with a leading name in the automotive industry? This company, a beacon of innovation and quality, is looking for a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to join their prestigious team. Nestled in Northamptonshire, this organization has evolved into a centre of excellence for interior trim within the UK, working with high-quality materials to deliver exceptional products. With the backing of a global group, they have embraced new manufacturing methods and technologies, setting the stage for your success. What You Will Do: - Lead internal stakeholders and work closely with customers to design, develop, and launch products from conception to Job 1+90, ensuring customer and plant expectations are met. - Be directly accountable for product launch, supporting internal departments through every phase from conception to integration into the core business. - Manage New Product Introduction (NPI) Projects, including creating and presenting reports/updates both internally and externally. - Take charge of Bill of Tool (BOT) & Customer Asset Registers, BOM's, PBOM's, and MRP Part Number/BOM creation. - Oversee Project Budgets and Timing, ensuring meticulous tracking and management. - Lead Product Validation activities and support with PPAP, alongside managing feasibility of design, tooling, and manufacturing. **What You Will Bring:** - An Engineering degree or equivalent experience, with at least 5 years' experience in the OEM/Tier 1/Tier 2 Automotive Industry. - Proven track record of Automotive Project Engineering and primary Customer and Supplier Engagement. - Demonstrable experience of programme delivery under tight deadlines and a thorough understanding of Product Launch. - Expertise in MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams, along with creating Timing Plans and managing budgets. - Strong knowledge of Automotive NPI, APQP, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Design & CAD Drawing interrogation, and Interior Trim. Company Contribution & Industry Information: This role is pivotal in maintaining the company's reputation for excellence and innovation in the automotive interior trim sector. The successful candidate will contribute to the company's ongoing success and growth by leading projects that meet and exceed customer expectations. By joining this team, you will be part of a company that values investment in technology and people, ensuring you have the resources and support to achieve great things. Location: Based primarily in Kettering with frequent visits to another production facility in Coventry and occasional travel to suppliers and customers as necessary. Take the Next Step: If you are a motivated Project Manager with a passion for automotive excellence and a track record of successful project delivery, we want to hear from you. This is your chance to contribute to the success of a prestigious company and take your career to the next level. Apply now to embark on this exciting journey! Don't miss out on this opportunity to drive your career forward. Apply today! Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included