Product Manager – Obsolescence Projects & OE Programmes(UK visa sponsorship available)

Job Description

Role Summary

We are seeking a Product Manager to lead Obsolescence Projects and OE Programmes at our Gloucester site. In this role, you will manage product lifecycles, resolve obsolescence challenges, and deliver critical programmes that support our strategic business growth. Working across functions, with suppliers, customers, and internal teams, you will ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and governance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage projects of varying complexity, ensuring scope, cost, schedule, and risk are effectively controlled.

Take programme leadership responsibility, including P&L ownership for assigned programmes.

Build and maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements.

Drive Kaizen and Lean initiatives to deliver continuous improvement.

Manage product changes linked to obsolescence, reliability, cost reduction, or customer-driven requests.

Oversee product lifecycle management through the Tollgate process.

Lead project and programme reviews (internal and customer), ensuring robust financial, technical, and commercial governance.

Establish metrics to track and drive project performance.

Monitor and improve customer satisfaction through OTD (On-Time Delivery) and quality performance metrics.

Deliver accurate budgets and sales forecasts through business rhythms (e.g., S&OP).

Manage pricing, bids, proposals, and margin enhancement initiatives.

Identify, escalate, and resolve risks and issues impacting delivery, quality, cost, or safety.

Provide regular input to MOR metrics and business performance reviews.

Qualifications & Requirements

Degree in Business, Engineering, Law, or equivalent professional experience.

Proven experience in programme or product management within the aviation/aerospace sector.

Strong project management skills (scope, resources, and scheduling).

Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Strong problem-solving, analytical, and numerical skills.

Track record of working in a matrixed organization.

Ability to travel internationally (up to 10%).

Desired Skills

Strong leadership and influencing skills.

Ability to lead small teams and initiatives with measurable business impact.

Solid organizational and decision-making abilities.

PMI (Project Management Institute) certification.

Technical knowledge of aerospace/aviation products.

What We Offer

Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.

Competitive benefits package through our Flex Choice plan, including:

Non-contributory pension

Life assurance

Income protection

Private medical cover

26 days annual leave (with buy/sell option)

Additional Information

Security Clearance: Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) required.

Right to Work: Applications from candidates requiring UK sponsorship will be considered in line with immigration rules.

Relocation: Not provided.