Purchasing Architecture PMO Lead

REQ ID: 93341
JOB TITLE: Purchasing Architecture PMO Lead
SALARY: GBP45,000 - GBP52,000
POSTING END DATE:
LOCATION: Gaydon

Beyond Property, Purchasing, HR and IT, more than being part of our Finance or Marketing teams, beyond even Sales and Service, every role in every business area offers unique opportunities to make an impact on the future of mobility and the automotive industry.

WHAT TO EXPECT

The Opportunity

The Global Purchasing Architecture team are looking for a PMO Lead to support Global Purchasing s digital transformation. This role will support the development of the Global Purchasing Digital Plan and will specifically be responsible for designing, implementing and running the PMO governance and associated PMO activities to ensure the successful delivery of the Digital plan.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
• Primary point of contact for Global Purchasing Digital roadmap on all PMO related activities
• Ensure project adherence to quality standards, gateways, RAID management and report cadence
• Provide support and coaching to Project Managers and team members on the PMO gate process helping to prepare them for key gateways and in addition helping to define appropriate gate exit timelines
• Provide support and training to Project Managers and team members on the Purchasing digital transformation PMO Tool kit including but not exclusive to the artefacts and systems
• Review gateway checklists at the commencement and conclusion of phases in readiness for gates
• Collaborate with Project Specialists/Managers to share best practice and process improvements to ensure efficiency of project management tools and support the roll-out of any improvement initiatives
• Facilitation and coordination of the relevant governance forums
• Management of required governance, including but not exclusive to; milestone reporting, project status reporting, financial reporting, resource management and risk and issue management
• Report on key programme metrics as defined by the area
• Development and maintenance of the chosen system solutions enabling the successful running of the PMO Team and its customers
• Work on projects and work streams; from scoping to delivery and including cross-functional engagement and stakeholder management - where applicable
• Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested

WHAT YOU LL NEED

Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential:
• Good understanding of Project Management principles and methodologies
• Excellent organisation skills, forward planning and structured in approach
• Effective stakeholder management at all levels
• Demonstrable experience of process improvement and working in a project support role
• To be proficient in the use of Excel and other tools to create reports and analyse data
• Effective communicator - able to present to senior levels of the organisation
• Ability to work under pressure

Desirable:
• Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Previous experience of working in a Project Management Office in a large company
• Previous experience of working on projects from inception through to delivery
• To be proficient in all O365 applications
• SharePoint, JIRA, Plan View, Tableau experience
• Knowledge of JLR Purchasing systems and processes

Personal Profile
Essential:
• Demonstrates our Creators' Code behaviours of Customer Love, Unity, Integrity, Growth and Impact.
o Continually working hard to deliver a modern luxury experience to earn and keep our customers trust and loyalty.
o Embracing differences, being empathetic, welcoming challenges together empowering each other to deliver.
o Building trust by speaking openly and honestly, listening attentively, and treating others respectfully.
o Taking initiative and using failure as an opportunity to learn. We develop by giving + seeking honest feedback.
• An individual, who works independently and as part of a team, is results driven, demonstrating tenacity, drive and perseverance with the ability to deliver operational plans in a complex, highly demanding environment.
• An individual with the capability to combine a short term, pragmatic focus with medium to long term planning
• A resilient and enthusiastic individual who responds constructively to new ideas and inputs
• A good communicator with the ability to communicate complex ideas
• A effective team player, actively develops and supports team members
• Driving license, as all Midlands based sites may need to be covered

Desirable:
• An individual with the ability to challenge existing thinking in a positive way whilst building credibility and trust through experience and personal style

SO WHY US?

Bring all this to the home of premium innovation, and you ll find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, membership of a competitive pension plan and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes Jaguar Land Rover the perfect place to continue your journey.

This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office. At Jaguar Land Rover, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role. Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage.

Please be aware that we may close this vacancy for applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of interest. We strongly advise you to submit your application as early as possible.

Jaguar Land Rover is committed to equal opportunity for all.