c£65k - £70k neg dep exp + benefits
Location: East Midlands base - UK wide coverage
Description: Dynamic, proactive and experienced Automation Programme Manager required by our respected niche sector solutions specialist client to oversee all aspects of successful programme delivery.
Our client has been established for almost a quarter of a century and are recognised as market leaders in the provision of bespoke innovative materials handling and automation solutions to a diverse range of clients and industry sectors throughout the UK, and as a result of continued success and an ongoing programme of exciting strategic growth, they are now seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced Automation Programme Manager to complement their dynamic and professional team.
Working as part of the Senior Management team, the successful candidate will thrive within a technology focussed design and solutions environment and will be responsible for working with a range of clients and applications in an array of industries including Parcel, Ecommerce, Manufacturing & Robotics.
Core responsibilities for this varied and challenging role will include (but not be limited to):
- Assisting with stakeholder management
- Participating in project meetings and review meetings both internally and with clients
- Creating project programme(s)
- Planning bundles
- PMO activities
- Budget tracking and margin analysis
- Invoice initiation and order book management
- Support with resource management
- High-level supplier management
- Administering and auditing internal processes
- Strategic planning
- Sales project management
To be considered for this unique and genuinely exceptional opportunity, it is envisaged that the successful candidate will have proven experience gained specifically in the automated warehousing and distribution solutions sector with comprehensive knowledge and experience of bespoke special purpose machinery, material handling and robotic solutions.
A mechanical engineering qualification at degree level would be advantageous but not essential and you will ideally demonstrate at least 5 years previous experience gained within a material handling systems senior solutions or programmes environment, with advanced abilities in the MS suite of applications along with proven experience of logistics and supply chain solutions.
In return, an attractive remuneration and benefits package and genuine scope to progress within a structured and dynamic environment are available for suitably motivated, enthusiastic and experienced individuals.
Contact the Executive Team at Premier Technical Recruitment on 01827 68400 or email your cv in confidence to
