Group Programme Manager

Group Programme Manager

About the Organisation
A leading multinational provider of vehicle safety systems for commercial vehicles and mobile machinery is seeking an experienced Group Programme Manager to join its commercial team. The organisation operates globally, delivering innovative technologies that help improve road safety, prevent collisions, and protect vulnerable road users.

As the business continues to expand its partnerships with global OEMs and body builders across international markets, this role offers the opportunity to play a key part in driving strategic growth and delivering complex customer programmes.

The Opportunity

This is a senior, customer-facing programme leadership role working at the intersection of engineering, commercial strategy, and key account management. You will oversee the delivery of vehicle safety programmes from concept through to production launch, ensuring successful execution across multiple international customers.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the primary point of contact for OEM and body builder customers.
Lead multiple customer programmes from concept through to production release.
Build and manage long-term strategic relationships with global OEM and body builder partners.
Identify and support the development of new business opportunities across international markets.
Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Commercial, Operations, Procurement, and Product Management.
Ensure programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.
Monitor programme performance, revenue targets, customer satisfaction, and profitability.
Support commercial negotiations, change management, and account development activities.

Candidate Profile

We are interested in speaking with candidates who have:

Experience in Programme Management, Project Management, OEM Account Management, or technical commercial roles.
Background in Automotive, Commercial Vehicles, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Engineering, or related industries.
Strong commercial awareness combined with technical understanding.
Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships and cross-functional teams.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on programme delivery
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed