Project Manager

About Us

We are a family-owned business based in Lincolnshire, and a leading UK provider of workwear solutions and cleanroom consumables. With over 400 employees, our mission is to innovate and transform the markets we serve, enhancing quality and efficiency for our customers.

Our core services include:

• Supply and maintenance of specialized workwear for cleanroom environments (pharmaceutical, medical, aerospace) and manufacturing sectors (steelmaking, engineering, automotive).
• Manufacturing and distribution of cleanroom consumables within the UK and internationally, including Europe, India, Australia, and Canada.

Role Overview

As the Project Manager for Product Development, you will lead and manage product development projects in an agile environment. You will oversee two scientists who are dedicated to researching and developing new products. This role demands a strong focus on achieving KPIs, metrics, and demonstrating success in project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead product development projects, ensuring timely and successful completion.
• Agile Environment: Manage projects within an agile framework, adapting to changes and ensuring flexibility.
• Team Leadership: Supervise two scientists, guiding their research efforts and fostering a collaborative environment.
• KPI Achievement: Work towards achieving key performance indicators and metrics, showcasing success in project outcomes.
• Innovation Promotion: Actively promote R&D initiatives across the organization.
• Strategic Planning: Assist in strategic decision-making and direction of product development projects.
• System Development: Manage and develop systems for efficient product launches.
• Relationship Building: Develop relationships with customers, suppliers, and industry bodies to identify new opportunities.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement within the Product Development function.
• Record Maintenance: Maintain product development records in line with company policies.
• Training: Undertake necessary training to support Product Development activities.
• Innovation Promotion: Champion the adoption of innovation across the business.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Experience in project management, preferably within product development.
• Ability to manage projects in an agile environment.
• Proven success in achieving KPIs and metrics.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise and inspire a research team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Full, valid UK/EU driving license.

Desirable:

• Technical or scientific background.

Why Join Us?

• Annual Bonus: Generous yearly bonus paid every January.
• Annual Leave: 30 days (including bank holidays), increasing to 33 days with loyalty.
• Sick Pay: Company Sick Pay scheme.
• Pension: 5% company pension contributions.
• Employee Support: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), private counselling, and other mental health support schemes.
• Family Fun: Annual Family Fun Days, fully funded by the company.
• Career Advancement: Numerous opportunities for career progression.
• Workplace Culture: A positive and inclusive work environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Financial planning services
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Skegness, Lincolnshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:

• Project Management: 1 year (preferred)
• Product development: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Certified Project Manager (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Location:

• Skegness, Lincolnshire (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person