Job Description

NPI Programme Manager

Based in Stafford (Full Time On Site)

6 Month Contract (Extension Likely)

JOB PURPOSE:

Belcan is currently supporting one of the industry leaders in the Engineering space, to help them recruit a NPI Programme Manager, This position is accountable for leading the execution of Engines focused NPI projects. As an NPI program manager you will be responsible for leading high performing, cross functional teams through the NPI process for each program you manage. You will establish a project management plan and use the plan to manage product delivery; plan and manage resources for implementing changes; assist in evaluating requests.

NPI program results are measured at each Gateway and include successfully completing Gateway deliverables defined by each specific Gateway from Launch through 7.

JOB RELATED STATISTICS:

No of Projects in scope: 4 - 6

JOB DUTIES Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• NPI Primary Responsibilities:
  • High level program management of multiple large NPI programs.
  • Presentation of weekly/monthly updates to management on NPI program progress, risks & concerns.
  • Team meetings, frequency as needed but typically weekly, for governing NPI programs.
  • Oversee creation of Program Project Plans and maintaining the plan schedule in support of Gateway Schedules.
  • Ensure program functional requirements are aligned with the product strategy, program financials, cost targets and Gateway schedules are met.
  • Organization and facilitation of key presentations including Stakeholder Updates, NPI Governance Meetings, NPI gateway reviews and NPI Issue Resolution Meetings as needed.
  • Quickly and correctly identify problems which may not be obvious and solve problems by determining the best course of action within departmental guidelines.
  • Management and coordination of development, pilot, field follow and first production product builds through Operations.
  • Builds relationships with other departments within the NPI program team.
  • Identifies cost containment opportunities.
  • Identifies trends and areas of focus for continuous improvement.
  • Guide and coach both junior members of the project management team as well as global cross functional areas representatives assigned to the relative NPI program.

• University degree or 10 years project management equivalent experience
• 10 years of experience in Design, Development, Engineering or Operations.
• 5 years of experience leading high performing, cross functional teams.

• Experience/knowledge of engine products for electric power applications.
• Engine/Electric Power Experience
• Demonstrated strong personal initiative
• Demonstrated strong communication skills
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work well independently
• Ability to quickly assemble cross functional teams to address program opportunities
• Proficiency working with computer systems. Software programs used frequently include, but not limited to: Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Teams, Word.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan