Programme Director (Ref: 196018)
Contract - 3 months
Day Rate - Competitive
IR 35 - Outside
Location - Slough
Hybrid
Contact: harry.fawsitt@forsythbarnes.com
Overview
A leading manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Director-level Project & Portfolio Management specialist to lead a large-scale transformation initiative.
This is a high-impact role requiring a senior “big hitter” who can quickly embed into the business, design and implement PPM frameworks, and drive alignment across complex stakeholder groups.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the end-to-end deployment of a Project & Portfolio Management framework
• Experience implementing Planisware.
• Design and implement project governance, methodologies, and standards
• Drive portfolio visibility and investment decision-making processes
• Align IT and Supply Chain functions through structured programme delivery
• Engage and influence senior stakeholders (CIO, SVPs, Directors)
• Identify and address performance gaps and delivery inefficiencies
• Ensure consistent adoption of project management best practices
• Deliver outcomes aligned with business priorities and transformation goals
Key Requirements
* PPM Implementation Experience
* Proven track record delivering PPM deployments
* Experience in project/programme portfolio management frameworks
* Strong understanding of capital investment and project governance processes
* Manufacturing Industry Experience
* Experience within a manufacturing environment
* Strong exposure to supply chain-focused programmes
* Ability to operate within complex, cross-functional organisations
* Senior Stakeholder Management (“Gravitas”)
* Ability to engage and influence C-suite and senior leadership
* Experience managing complex stakeholder landscapes
* Strong communication and leadership presence
Additional Skills & Experience
• Deep understanding of:
• Programme & portfolio management
• Transformation delivery
• Organisational change
• Ability to “hit the ground running” with minimal onboarding
• Proven ability to drive consistency and adoption across functions