Launch Manager

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Launch Manager to lead and coordinate new model launch activities within our manufacturing plant. This is a key role responsible for ensuring successful product launches from prototype through to full production, working closely with cross-functional teams and customers to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities: Lead all plant launch operations for new model introductions. Coordinate prototype production and tooling trials with internal cross-functional teams. Chair onsite customer review meetings, providing clear updates on launch progress and milestone achievement. Monitor and control plant launch costs, ensuring projects remain within approved budgets. Drive achievement of key launch KPIs and programme timings, escalating and communicating any risks or delays. Present monthly launch status reports to senior management. Monitor build output rates throughout each launch phase, ensuring data is captured, analysed, and actions implemented where required. Ensure customer sign-off, internal equipment activities, and validation processes are successfully completed. Take full ownership and accountability for the successful completion and final plant sign-off of every new product launch. The Ideal Candidate will have proven experience of managing product launches within a high-volume manufacturing environment coupled with excellent communication skills across all ..... full job details .....