Programme Manager – Customer & CommercialLocation: Milton KeynesTravel: North America (Quarterly)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Programme Manager – Customer & Commercial to lead the delivery of complex, high-value engineering programmes within a high-performance automotive or motorsport environment.
This role offers a unique combination of programme leadership, customer engagement, and commercial responsibility, with accountability for both successful delivery and overall programme performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of strategically important, cross-functional engineering programmes
- Act as the primary point of contact for customers, building and maintaining strong relationships
- Take ownership of programme financial performance, including budget control, forecasting, and margin management
- Ensure effective risk, scope, and change management throughout the programme lifecycle
- Coordinate and lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver programme objectives
- Drive high levels of customer satisfaction, supporting long‑term partnerships and repeat business
- Support business development activities, including bids, proposals, and strategic planning
Candidate Profile
- Proven experience operating at Programme Manager level within:
- Motorsport, or
- High‑performance / niche automotive engineering
- Strong commercial awareness, including experience managing programme budgets, costs, and contractual considerations
- Demonstrated experience in customer‑facing roles, ideally with international exposure
- Ability to lead and influence cross‑functional teams in complex environments
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Opportunity
- Work on technically advanced, high‑value engineering programmes
- Engage directly with international customers, including North America
- Operate in a role with genuine ownership of delivery and commercial performance
- Contribute to a business focused on engineering excellence and long‑term customer partnerships
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