In a commercial role at JLR, you can reimagine the future of modern luxury. In teams focused on extraordinary customer experience, sustainability, and forward-thinking, you’ll work alongside strategically-minded problem-solvers supporting the transformation of our iconic house of brands – Range Rover, Defender, Discovery, and Jaguar – and our heritage-rich JLR Classic range. Becoming a proud creator of the exceptional starts here.
WHAT TO EXPECT
At Land Rover Classic, we’re dedicated to preserving and restoring our motoring heritage for future generations to enjoy and cherish. We’re also totally committed to creating initiatives to restore, maintain, and preserve Classic Land Rovers for your enjoyment for years to come, giving these vehicles’ glorious past the best possible future.
As Classic Programme Leader, you will be responsible for the programme management and delivery of Jaguar, Land Rover & Bespoke vehicle programmes. Utilising the Classic PCDS delivery process which has been tailored to be appropriate for the small volume, classic nature of our business whilst still ensuring the process is robust, compliant, and delivers to time and budget.
Whilst program focused, you will work closely with other functions to ensure timely delivery and robust progression through the Classic PCDS gateways. You will lead all functions within Classic to deliver high-value programmes and desirable products from concept through to customer handover. You will work with finance to ensure that budgetary control is robust & reporting is on track to support the gateways, the Operations team to ensure build plans & vehicle delivery is understood, purchase and MP&L to confirm that parts procurement supports the vehicle builds, and the Commercial team to ensure launch plans support program and Classic business requirements.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
* Deliver projects utilising project management techniques to ensure the delivery and achievement of planned outcomes to support the Classic business cycle plan.
* Management of required Governance, including milestone reporting, project status reporting, financial reporting, and risk and issue management.
* Drive issue resolution to ensure program cost, timing, and quality are maintained.
* Manage stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered to Classic gateway deliverables.
* Track and measure projects and report Project status to senior management and Classic team.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
* Previous experience in a similar role in Project Management with a track record of delivery.
* Ability to present data & issues to a varied audience.
* Ability to manage risks and issues.
* Negotiation and adaptability skills.
* An open mindset with the drive to achieve and deliver the plans in a structured and dynamic way whilst operating with classic heritage products.
Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when, and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.
We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.
Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.
JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.
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