About Our Client
My client is a global automotive company who are now looking to add a Product Manager / Innovation Manager to the team.
Job Description
As the Product Manager / Innovation Manager you will have the following responsibilities:
* Continuously monitor tool, processes, technology, and material requirements of technicians & competitor tools and materials used
* Monitor and understand competitor tools and materials
* Understand and cater for our evolving technician workforce
* Support the development of the business case and approval process for projects within your areas of responsibility
* Proactively involve business unit champions to capture their needs and ensure buy in
* Identify and consult stakeholders, including but not exclusively senior management, implementation and training, procurement, supply chain, legal, patents, sales, and marketing
* Define project plans and benefits, clearly communicate them with all stakeholders
* Lead development of agreed projects on time and on budget from conception to delivery.
The Successful Applicant
The successful Product Manager / Innovation Manager will have:
* Demonstrable experience in a similar role
* A background in product development
* A background in the automotive manufacturing or service industry
* Excellent communications skills
* Strong presentation skills.
What's on Offer
The successful candidate will receive a competitive package made up of salary, car allowance plus bonus.
£60,000 - £70,000 per annum, car allowance and bonus
Ideally the candidate will be based in a commutable distance to the Surrey office, to attend ad-hoc meetings.
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