Director of Special Projects UK - Thirsk, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom - Recruitment Direct
Description
We are recruiting for a Director of Special Projects to lead on two independent, highly complex and time sensitive projects within the UK.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning and execution of; a distribution centre move/consolidation, and a manufacturing facility expansion.
This is a senior position, reporting into the CEO and directly responsible for a projects team based across the UK.
An instrumental role, managing the effective product transfer process, as well as the implementation of layout best practices to current and future operations of the Distribution Centre and Production facilities, all with the ultimate goal of reducing overhead costs per unit shipped.
The ideal candidate will be a skilled senior project manager, with an extensive background in leading on the construction and infrastructure installation of complex manufacturing and warehouse sites.
What you can expect:Circa £100,000 - £120,000 per annum, depending on experience
Approximate 18 months fixed term contract and/or consulting on a self-employed basis with an immediate start following the interview stage.
Frequent travel between Hereford and Thirsk
What you will be doing:
Move/consolidation of three facilities in Hereford UK into a single, larger facility in Hereford, to include the plans for exiting the three existing facilities
Office space for approximately 25-30 team members
Warehouse and Distribution centre, which ships approximately $20M in annual revenue, across 800+ SKUs
Overflow warehouse for slow moving or excess inventory
Expansion of a manufacturing facility in Thirsk UK, to accommodate an expected threefold increase in demand and output
Manage and submit monthly pay application for approval
Track and communicate project status to stakeholders and key project participants, with at least weekly updates to leadership
Analyse options for warehouse setup to streamline pick-Pack and Ship, put-away and inventory management processes, to provide guidance on new layout
Stay aware of company goals and strategies to ensure projects align with business priorities
Facilitate and encourage collaboration across departments to ensure projects are completed successfully (On-time and within Budget)
Delegate work to team members based on skills and expertise
Optimise project deliverables, schedule, and budgeting
Work with proposal teams to develop cost estimates and project plans
Create presentations and reports to communicate project status
Proactive anticipation of potential risks to schedule and/or costs, developing mitigation strategies
High level of collaboration and partnership with Leadership Team to avoid surprises, ensure alignment on plans and deliverables
Appropriate escalation of issues, along with proposed solutions
Leadership of other projects and strategic initiatives as directed by Management
What we are looking for:
Bachelor's degree with a focus in project management, business, supply chain or related field
Knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices
10-15 years' progressive management experience, in a manufacturing or distribution business
Prior successful experience managing complex facility-related projects through to completion
Senior leadership experience within a project management capacity
Experience in a midsize manufacturing environment ($100M-$500M annual revenue)
Experience within a highly regulated industry is essential e.g. medical, finance, engineering, food industry, etc.
Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing/supply chain processes
Recruitment Direct Leominster Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
In order to be considered for this role, you must be able to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK.
If you do not hear back from us then please consider yourself unsuccessful this time