Job Description
Prototype Planner
Reference: 36835886
Umbrella Rate: £27.30/hr (Inside IR35)
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? This is your chance to join an innovative and forward-thinking organisation as a Prototype Planner. This exciting opportunity offers you the chance to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with a dynamic team, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of prototype planning. If you’re looking for a role that challenges you while offering professional growth, this could be the perfect fit.
What You Will Do:
• Ensure all delivery promises are recorded and tracked within one week of receipt. • Secure 87% of parts for the first car of each schedule by the required deadline. • Prevent build stoppages and point-of-fit losses during all prototype builds. • Coordinate timely shipping collections for prototype parts using cost-efficient transport methods. • Negotiate delivery dates with suppliers to support multiple prototype production builds. • Collaborate with engineering teams to export materials and ensure assemblies meet prototype requirements. • Work with internal tool rooms and 3D printing operations to align production slots with prototype needs. • Build strong relationships with key suppliers to enhance delivery performance and ensure long-term success. • Present programme delivery status to senior management in various forums.
What You Will Bring:
• Background in managing a portfolio of suppliers, including prototype requirements.
• Previous knowledge of booking transport would be beneficial.
• Can-do attitude, tenacious with confidence to escalate issues to senior levels.
• Excellent negotiation skills to secure delivery dates and production slots.
• Confident presentation skills to communicate delivery status effectively.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Proactive with a solution-focused mindset.
This role is crucial in ensuring the seamless delivery of prototype builds, contributing to the company’s mission of delivering innovative and high-quality products. Your expertise will help drive efficiency, strengthen supplier relationships, and ensure the successful execution of prototype projects.
Location:
This role is based in Whitley, a location that offers excellent transport links and a vibrant working environment.
Interested?
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a real impact as a Prototype Planner. Apply today and take the next step in your career!
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.