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Program Manager-Research and Development

Job description

Program Manager-Research and Development

Didcot, Oxfordshire-Some work from home available-Minimum of 3 days/week on site

£50-65K plus 15% Bonus plus benefits

Mon-Fri, 37.5 hours, with some flexitime

Are you an experienced Program/Project Manager from an scientific innovation and/or NPI (new production introduction) background, looking for an exciting and challenging role?

Not only will you be hands on in managing a portfolio of projects you will also improve the innovation process at the company. The aim to achieve a more proactive PMO function, rather than reactive.

The role is based at the global Research and Development centre of a global materials engineering manufacturer. Some work from home is available but a minim of 3 days/week onsite is expected.

The role is responsible for managing a portfolio of projects in Innovation and also to improve the project delivery process itself

The role

  1. Full time permanent role based at the R & D center of a global manufacturer
  2. Day to day management the innovation function
  3. Tracking the progress of all innovation projects related to products
  4. Leading change improvements to continuously develop the project delivery process


To apply you should have:

  1. Academic and working background in a scientific product based environment
  2. Previous experience working in a project or programme management position
  3. Experience of project delivery and commercialisation
  4. Experience of using Project portfolio management (PPM) software



Reference Number: BBBH220284

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Nick Smith at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.