REQ ID: 128760
JOB TITLE: Programmes and Solution Design Specialist
SALARY: £46,000 - £55,000

POSTING START DATE: 08.05.25
POSTING END DATE: 21.05.25
LOCATION: Wolverhampton EPMC  

Industrial Operations is where we add value to our modern luxury ethos. Whether in Procurement, sourcing vital products and services, or Supply Chain, managing Logistics Operations and Fulfilment, you will ensure seamless operations for our iconic vehicles across our global footprint while prioritising sustainable initiatives. Working with cross-functional teams, you'll be part of how we drive efficiencies and implement industry-leading practices. Help us create the exceptional.

As the Programmes and Solution Design Specialist, you will act as the single point of contact between Global Manufacturing Engineering Logistics and programme teams during early development phases for the EPMC assembly plant.

WHAT TO EXPECT

You will work closely with the GME Logistics Strategy team acting as the logistics technical solutions expert and coordinate propulsion programme impact assessments, ensuring alignment with stakeholders and adjacent departments. You will also be responsible for the development and execution of logistics solutions and automation strategies.

Here’s what to expect: 

•    Act as the day-to-day contact in GME Logistics for all programme activity at EPMC
•    Capture all part complexity, type, sequencing assumptions, and m3 data from Supply Chain and programme teams
•    Prepare all plant logistics strategic impact assessments and gateway submissions
•    Manage the programme’s budget by monitoring and reporting costs against baseline
•    Develop and execute logistics solutions and automation strategies for the EPMC production plant
•    Act as the key interface between GME Logistics and the Industrial Operations Programme Delivery (IOPD) team
•    Optimise warehousing and logistics solutions to meet programme requirements

WHAT YOU’LL NEED 

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills that you’ll need to have to help you succeed here, including: 

•    Knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring, and controlling programmes 

•    Experience in Supply Chain solution design
•    Good knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation
•    Strong analytical skills and statistical ability
•    Experience working within a major project or programme environment
•    Project management of multiple concurrent projects
•    Project delivery experience

THE BENEFITS 

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect the following benefits:

•    Discounted car purchase and lease scheme (open to family members, too)
•    A 52-week maternity leave policy and a 4-week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available.
•    A competitive pension and optional private medical cover
•    A JLR company performance-related bonus 
•    An employee learning scheme providing funding for; education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning
•    Access to open, employee-led support and social networks
•    Flexible working*
*Flexible working is offered for specific roles dependant on responsibilities. Please speak to the hiring team for details.
 

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs. 

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.