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Strip Tinning AutomotiveSenior Project Manager
Jun. 2024 - Dec. 2024Responsible for leading the development of a novel electrical connection system for the upcoming Mercedes-Benz C-Class sunroof blind tinting system. Reported directly into the CTO and the Board. ➤ Worked with sunroof OEM to align with the end customer's product development and introduction lifecycle, enhanced operational processes for implementation of an automated Manufacturing Execution System. ➤ Managed extensive vendor and supplier engagement in the UK, USA and Chinese market sectors.
SMP Automotive GlobalSenior Consultant
Jan. 2024 - Feb. 2024Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United StatesResponsible for revisiting paintline load/unload operational set-up to increase output and effectiveness, creating alternate operational set-ups with varying risks and benefits. ➤ Provided with strategic process improvement recommendations, client opted for least-risk route (reversion back to setup created in 2018) with option to pursue more risky but beneficial route later on.
Webasto AmericasProgram Manager
Jun. 2023 - Nov. 2023Lexington, Kentucky, United StatesResponsible for overseeing a customer-facing project to improve output levels on the Nissan P42QR line, including implementing OEE improvements and collaborating with various internal stakeholders. ➤ Engaged across supply chain, quality, engineering, maintenance & operations functions throughout delivery, managing a multi-functional team of 5 FTEs, and reported directly into the Plant Director. ➤ Enhanced line management setup using workstation displays with instructions and countdown timers, and increased the OEE from 52% to 71%, reducing overtime costs by $0.75m+ annually.
ProdriveProgramme Lead & Programme Manager
May. 2022 - Sep. 2022Responsible for development of new interior/exterior for supercar variant (limited run of 500) of Chinese EV. [Programme cancelled after feasibility stage] ➤ Worked with Chinese EV OEM to develop acceptable vehicle design (proven design feasibility). ➤ Managed design team and liaised with potential suppliers in UK and EU.
Baxter International Inc.Senior Project Manager
Apr. 2021 - Nov. 2021Thetford, England, United KingdomResponsible for site infrastructure projects including electrical distribution systems upgrades and 'Water for Injection' system updates.
Webasto Roof Systems AmericasProgram Manager | Launch Management Lead
Dec. 2020 - Feb. 2021Detroit, Michigan, United StatesProgramme management and delivery, tasked with leading all operational site set-up and production introduction activities on a new £500m facility for the supply of cabin panels for the Ford Bronco. ➤ Led a dedicated team of Launch Managers / Project Managers in setting-up the site and implementing new processes, including through early PPAP/Ops stages for 5x separate process shops, total team 350 FTEs. ➤ Successful launch of Webasto's new Ford Bronco Hard Top Cab facility despite Covid challenges. Reported into the USA-based Chief Operating Officer (COO) with USA Board level reporting twice daily.
SMP Automotive GlobalBusiness Transformation Consultant
Jul. 2018 - Dec. 2019Mexico & AlabamaResponsible for implementing changes to Tuscaloosa forklift logistics setup, paintline operational set-up, and delivered the end-to-end launch of VW Jetta Front/Rear Bumper Assemblies into manufacture. ➤ Managed relationships with senior stakeholders to ensure project alignment with strategic goals, revised operating models and upgraded IT-based facilities with aim to reduce operating costs & headcount. ➤ Played a key role in delivering projects which turned loss-making Mexico-based plants into profit.
Self-employedSenior Consultant & Director
Jul. 2017Bingham, England, United KingdomProvision of the project, programme, and change management expertise as a Senior Consultant. Leveraged experience spanning diverse business sectors and all stages from project / programme identification to delivery and change implementation, focusing on moving from current state to future state.
Highland Spring LtdSenior Program Manager, Project Director & Business Change Manager
Mar. 2016 - Jul. 2017BlackfordResponsible for providing business change leadership, delivering 10x projects on an accelerated timeframe, within budget, and with expanded scope. Reported into the Group COO and the Board of Directors. ➤ Led a multi-year programme of diverse business change projects at the main UK site, including establishing a Programme Management Office (PMO) of 10 FTEs, and leading a total programme team of ~150 people. ➤ Delivered a £7m new factory complex, including offices and hosted IT resilience infrastructure, installed two production lines (£14m), the largest being the fastest and most advanced line in the European Union. ➤ Project-led still water product redesign to reduce plastic content and improve customer appeal, and transformed site logistics to drive higher volumes of supplies/shipments, incorporating legacy H&S fixes. ➤ Role culminated in being presented to HM The Queen at the official opening of the new facilities.
OutperformSenior Program Management Consultant
Apr. 2015 - Feb. 2016CumbriaProvision of programme consulting expertise, analysing business activities and coaching clients in establishing Enterprise-wide Portfolio Offices (EPO). Collaboratively engaged with stakeholders. ➤ Benchmarked and coached on Nuclear Decommissioning Programmes across the full programme lifecycle.
BAE SystemsBAES Submarines - SEPP Benefits Realisation Lead
Sep. 2013 - Jun. 2014Barrow-in-Furness- Responsible for mapping out Business Change projects, driving their delivery and tracking the ensuing benefits to deliver savings to the MoD/UK Government against a target of £386M by March 2021. - Established projects, benefits tracking/audit systems and necessary processes to the satisfaction of MoD. - Instrumental in setting up BAES Portfolio Office to enable the management of this portfolio of changes.
AMETEK Airtechnology Group LtdProgramme Manager
May. 2013 - Aug. 2013Sunbury-on-ThamesProgramme Manager for Military Aircraft Portable Pilot Cooling Unit
WebastoProgramme Manager
Mar. 2012 - Mar. 2013Sutton Coldfield- Covered all aspects of business with JLR & Honda relating to serial production and future Sunroof & Panoramic Roof Systems (Values = £8M non-recurring & £60M recurring). - Initial 3 months involved a site turnaround project (plant was earmarked for closure) improving the Evoque production line from 62% OEE to 85% whilst reducing from 4 to 3 operating shifts. - This was followed by Range Rover & Range Rover Sport Roof System product and production line launches. Key achievement Target Operating Model (TOM) defined leading to plant becoming 2nd most profitable in EU.
Meggitt PLCProject Manager
Oct. 2011 - Feb. 2012Coventry, United Kingdom
Contour Aerospace SeatingProgramme Manager for BA & USA Customers (Contract)
May. 2011 - Sep. 2011
Johnson Controls AutomotiveProgramme Manager - Fiesta Seating (Contract)
Jan. 2011 - May. 2011
B/E AerospaceProgramme Manager - A350 Galleys (Contract)
Jan. 2010 - Jan. 2011
McLaren Group Ltd.Programme Manager - F1 Chassis Delivery (Contract)
Aug. 2009 - Mar. 2010
TurboPowerSystemsHead of Projects, Operations & Engineering (Contract)
Jul. 2008 - Jan. 2009
Jaguar Land RoverProgramme Manager - XF Seating (Contract)
Sep. 2007 - Jul. 2008
Goodrich AerospaceProgramme & Project Manager (Contract)
Jan. 1999 - Jan. 2007
Making Tracks TravelSki Chalet Holiday Company Owner (and Ski Instructor)
Jan. 1997 - Jan. 2006
Bonas Machine Co.Operations Manager (initially New Product Project Manager)
Jan. 1994 - Jan. 1996
Nissan Motor Manufacturing Ltd.Manufacturing Planning Engineer (Primera Bodyshell and Trim & Chassis)
Sep. 1990 - Jul. 1994
BAeCAMSystems Analyst (previously Software Development Team Leader; Software Engineer)
Sep. 1987 - Oct. 1990Preston, United Kingdom
David Brown Gear Systems LimitedProduction Engineer/Controller (previously Technician Apprentice & Graduate Trainee)
Aug. 1980 - Sep. 1987Penistone
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