Supply Chain Programme Manager

NES Fircroft is currently recruiting for a Programme Manager for our client, a global leader in power technology.

Supply Chain Programme Manager

Location: Warwick
Hybrid work: Twice per week in office

The Supply Chain Programme Manager (SCPM) is responsible for defining and executing a programme of sourcing transfer projects to reactivate the ST30 engine components, supporting both Services and new unit requirements.

Responsibilities

1. Define the work breakdown structure, sourcing packages, and supporting programmes to deliver source change requirements.
2. Manage programme team members, including other SC Project Managers, dedicated resources, and supporting staff, to optimize capacity and ensure timely delivery.
3. Act as liaison between the A35 Portfolio and key stakeholders, ensuring resource management decisions are made promptly to support programme deliverables.
4. Oversee project quality, risk management, performance reporting, and budgeting, acting as the subject matter expert for team processes.
5. Establish a Change Control Board to approve programme changes affecting schedule or budget.
6. Report to and form a steering committee advisory board comprising cross-functional executives for governance.
7. Report to the Head of Supply Chain Transformation Programmes.

The scope includes sourcing and qualification of up to 200 components over three years, with a team of up to 15 full-time resources. Key commodities include discs, shafts, casings, blades, vanes, combustion liners, piping, engine controls, and raw materials like castings and forgings. The programme concludes once the supply chain delivers acceptable quality and rate.

Your Background

1. Proven success in delivering challenging programmes across diverse global sites and products.
2. Passion for change and influencing others to find efficient solutions.
3. Effective communication skills aligned with leadership principles.

Essential Requirements

1. Recognized Project Management Certification.
2. Bachelor's degree in business or engineering.
3. Extensive experience in project management, engineering, or supply chain roles.
4. Understanding of OEM & Service processes, process improvement, and performance delivery.
5. Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing, sourcing, risk management, and programme management.
6. Familiarity with aerospace design and change control processes.
7. Ability to engage across all organizational levels and manage change effectively.
8. Experience working in a matrix organization with both dedicated and non-dedicated resources.

Desirable Skills

1. Leadership or management training.
2. Process Improvement certification.
3. Multilingual skills or interests.

With over 90 years of combined experience, NES Fircroft is a leading engineering staffing provider across sectors including Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, and more. With over 80 offices in 45 countries, we support our contractors with visas, benefits, and accommodation, ensuring safe and compliant employment.