Singer UK - Senior Program Manager (permanent x 2 positions)
Since 2009, our focus has been the pursuit of a meticulously restored and reimagined air-cooled Porsche 911. Our lofty objective to distil, enhance and recombine the strands of greatness that have long marked the Porsche 911 as iconic.
Today, the cars we restore to bespoke commission for our global clientele appear in the world's most prestigious global automotive shows and publications.
The Company
Singer Vehicle Design was formed in 2009 to explore the creative possibilities within the vibrant world of the classic automobile. We are dedicated to the enthusiastic study, preservation, and optimisation of the world's most respected high-performance vehicles.
There are no shortcuts to achieve this. Every detail is considered and finessed. The highest standards of execution and finish reflect our company's quest for excellence in all areas.
Our philosophy remains Everything is Important.
Reports to: Program Director
Member of: PMO (Program Management Office)
Hours of Work: 08:00-17:00 Monday – Friday inclusive (with 45 minutes for lunch break at 13:00) – Company policy on remote working applies.
Location: Woodford Halse, Northamptonshire, NN11 3UB
Job Description
Here at Singer Vehicle Design, we strive to design, develop and build the ultimate expression of what a sports car can be. The PMO team lead the overall delivery for all vehicle program and are looking to strengthen the team with a new Senior Program Manager.
The Program Management Office (PMO) operate globally across all our sites. Those being Woodford Halse in the UK and Torrance in the US.
The Senior Program Manager leads the successful delivery the overall Program. This is from the Program's inception through the duration of the product development phases and customer delivery.
We are looking for and individual with proven experience delivering full vehicle programs to strengthen the team.
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Main Responsibilities
* Program leadership.
* Lead the team through the entire program lifecycle.
* Concept, Development, Launch and customer handovers.
* Delivering to the quality, time and cost targets set for the program.
* Responsible for the High-Level Timing Plan for the Program.
* Creation of HLT and management throughout the program's delivery.
* Includes identifying risk and mitigation plans.
* Ensures all associated function group plans included and tracked.
* Responsible for scheduling and progression of Program milestones and key events.
* Program fiscal responsibility.
* Creation of budget from initial program definition to business approval.
* Adherence to budget throughout the program's delivery.
* Provide status and declare risk, with proposals for avoidance or mitigation.
* Includes all associated cost relevant to the Program.
* Responsible for Program content
* Creation, maintenance, and publication of Program PDL.
* Responsible all associated product definition documentation.
* Responsible for Program BoM and the alignment to product definition.
* Responsible for the delivery of the Engineering Timed Releases Schedules (ETRS) aligned to relevant milestones.
* Responsible for Change management
* Lead and manage the escalation of issues through the Change Management process.
* Lead the Pre-production Open to Go process (OTG).
* Chair the Programme key meetings.
* Responsible for program KPIs. Using them to provide direction and actions to teams.
* Timing and milestones
* Finances
* ETRS
* OTG
* Change management
* Initiate improvements to gain product quality, efficiency, and timing.
Please Note. Whilst the above defines the basic responsibilities off the role it is not inclusive to it. The role will require the individual's flexibility and adaption of key tasks to ensure our success.
Business interfaces
* Lead and manage with all key stakeholders Studio, Supply Chain, Engineering functions, AME, Operations, Finance and Sales.
Team
* Responsible for a team of direct reports within the PMO team.
* Includes the leadership of indirect team members assigned to the Program.
Personal Specification
* Leadership attributes to steer and implement strategy and deliver programs to target.
* Energetic, initiative-taking, calm under pressure, personable and mature personality.
* Resolute and punctual.
* Strong team-worker.
* Flexibility – being prepared to work longer hours when occasionally needed.
* Degree qualified or exceptional equivalent experience.
* Specific automotive program management experience.
* Effective Decision maker.
* Experienced management of cross-functional teams.
* Conflict resolution.
* Strong and confident presentation skills.
* Enthusiastic about the product and program delivery.
* Resilient to changes in direction.
Required Experience & Knowledge
* Proven record of Full Vehicle Program management and delivery.
* Experience in automotive product development is essential to strengthen the team with experience.
* Low volume OEM Program Management experience preferred.
What We Offer
* You will be joining an inclusive and supportive team within a bright, modern facility that fosters a collaborative, family-oriented culture.
* Singer offers a comprehensive range of employee benefits including:
* Competitive pension scheme.
* 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays.
* Team events and social activities.
* Access to motorsport event tickets.
* Ongoing career development opportunities within a rapidly growing organisation.
Education and Qualifications Required
* Full Driving licence.
The closing date for all applications is 29 September 2025. Singer Body & Paint reserves the right to interview exceptional candidates and make an offer of employment before the closing date should we wish.