Project/Planning Manager - Automotive Brand - Hybrid

We are recruiting for an experienced Corporate Planning Manager to join a modern luxury automotive company, operating in a hybrid capacity from their planned Bicester location and Leamington Spa.

You will play a critical role in planning, coordinating, and monitoring the execution of projects and programs across the organisation. This role involves maintaining a centralised view of all projects within OnePlan, creating and managing an enterprise-level schedule, and proactively identifying and communicating potential risks and dependencies. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of project management principles, experience with scheduling software (OnePlan), and strong analytical and communication skills.

Requirements Key Responsibilities:

Schedule Management:

• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date inventory of all projects and plans within each portfolio and program in OnePlan
• Create and maintain an overarching Forseven enterprise-level schedule of high level milestones in OnePlan, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, incorporating dependencies, resource constraints, and critical path analysis

Schedule Monitoring & Analysis:

• Conduct ongoing assessments of project health and progress against scheduled milestones
• Analyse baseline status, current timing plans, critical path dependencies, and interdependencies (hard and soft) to identify potential risks and issues
• Proactively communicate schedule variances, potential delays, and resource conflicts to relevant stakeholders

Risk & Issue Management:

• Flag planning concerns or issues to the appropriate function, program sponsor, or accountable person regarding timing, delivery, and risk, both within and connected to the plans in OnePlan
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to develop mitigation strategies and ensure timely resolution of issues

Reporting & Communication:

• Utilise corporate dashboarding and reporting resources to define and create a fit-for-purpose IMS dashboard to provide a clear and concise overview of project and program status
• Prepare and present regular schedule reports and updates to management and stakeholders
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across project teams and functional departments

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, or a related field (Desirable)
• Proven experience (3+ years) as an Integrated Master Scheduler or in a similar planning and scheduling role
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and best practices
• Proficiency in using scheduling software, specifically OnePlan (required)
• Experience with project management tools and techniques, including critical path analysis, risk management, and resource allocation
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills

Additional Skills & Attributes:

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proactive and results-oriented approach
• Ability to influence and build consensus among stakeholders

This is a great opportunity to work alongside some of the most visionary minds in the automotive field and become part of a scale-up, where your contributions will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our forward-thinking company.