Value stream manager

GMP Recruitment are proud to be in partnership with one of the world #39;s largest suppliers of advanced aerospace and defence products with an international reach. We are recruiting on their behalf for a Value Stream Manager (VMS) to join their team on a full time, permanent contract, to lead the Complex Engine System product line interface. This is a business critical role that can offer a salary up to GBP80,000 , which is pending relevant experience, plus excellent company benefits and the opportunity to join a fast growing, hugely successful organisation. As Value Stream Manager you will liaise and create close connections to the Power Controls customer value streams led out of the US. Internally, the VSM will be responsible for the overall success of the Complex Engine Systems product line including; leading cost reduction initiatives, producibility challenges to achieve rate, and managing aftermarket implementation to support global fleets. You will be regularly engaging with the customer value stream and end customer as required, as primary contact, and will be responsible for all cadence reporting for the value stream, as a minimum; revenue forecasting and attainment, margin growth, on time delivery, quality actions, customer satisfaction and improvement projects. To be considered you must be able to demonstrate experience in a similar role, demonstrating the ability to deliver a product, service or experience to a customer, internal or external. VMS main duties: * Accountable for the overall success of the Complex Engine System product line and overcoming barriers to achieving required build rates. * Lead all design development packages of work required to support value stream needs, including associated company customer funded engineering (CFE/CuFE). * Lead the product line Integrated Program Team (IPT) to ensure adherence to program plans, schedules and budgets. * Ownership of Collins Management System (CMS) maturity and Gate reviews in conjunction with Customer Value Stream Business Development. * Working with customer value stream to ensure product continues to meet end customer needs, including growth of new products and opportunities. * Ensure correct aftermarket structure is established for both spares and repairs. * Responsible for all Complex Engine Systems product line compliance; contract adherence, specification compliance, supply chain flow down, quality requirements and global trade. * Accountable and responsible for the key financial aspects of the Complex engine systems product line and driving margin growth. * Reporting of performance and defined metrics to Value Stream Lead (VSL) and customers and necessary. * Working with VSL to develop forward-looking product strategy, as well as developing technology and manufacturing roadmaps. * Effectively communicate with multiple lines of management. * Responsible for change management. VMS required skills and experience: * Degree or equivalent experience * Experience of Aerospace is desirable * Some travel may be required and flexible working hours to support different time zones Metrics: * Engineering development milestones; CPI, SPI, CFE, CAPEX * Technology roadmap maturity / Project execution performance * Manufacturing output (OT, Quality, Cost of Sales) * Manufacturing variance (Quality, O/H, labour, SRR) * CFE This is a remarkable opportunity for a Visual Stream Manager to contribute to the success of a global industry leader. If this job sounds ideal for you, then do not miss out and apply NOW! GMP Recruitment are recruiting for this role on behalf of their client and are acting as an Employment Agency