While our core experience is mainly within engineering, we also hire staff who are not necessarily engineers strictly speaking but work in different vocations within our domain industries. Here's a summary of the other types of role we've hired for successfully in the past.
Job Title: Business Operations & Budget Control Planner - 36180324
Location: Warwickshire
Duties:
To work as part of a small team responsible for budget control and management for one of the Engineering Technical Centre's. The specific responsibilities of this role are related to all aspects of resource management and associated budget control for all resource types engaged across the Technical Centre.
Skills:
Must be proficient with MS Office applications, especially Excel, and familiar with other enterprise solutions such as SAP or similar.
An individual with a customer first mindset who is easy to do business with, transparent and dependable.
Job Title: Business Operations Strategy Specialist - 36145344
Location: Warwickshire
WHAT TO EXPECT
We're searching for a driven individual who can help us develop complex forecasting models, budgets, resource allocation and plans for EDP projects.
The ideal candidate will support the strategic governance of our overall product portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and risk management standards.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, digital, legal, finance, compliance and risk management, to address governance-related issues and drive continuous improvement
Monitor day-to-day operations, report on performance, and recommend actionable improvements when necessary
Identify and mitigate risks associated with the EDP portfolio strategy, including cybersecurity threats, compliance issues, and operational challenges
Coordinate and support the planning, and execution of technology and innovation management events, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals and fostering cross-functional collaboration.
Manage operational logistics and stakeholder engagement for innovation initiatives, including vendor coordination, technology setup, and post-event analysis to drive continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
The Business Development Manager (BDM) is responsible for identifying, onboarding, and developing new sales accounts, while also supporting the ongoing growth of existing accounts within the building products sector. This role plays a critical part in expanding the company's market presence, driving revenue, and contributing to the strategic direction of the business. The BDM will work closely with the General Manager and the R&D team to introduce innovative products that are responsive to customer needs and competitive insights, ensuring our product offering remains industry-leading and commercially relevant.
Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities in target markets and sectors.
Based in Coventry, the Product Information Propulsion Planner plays a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of configured Bills of Materials (BoMs) and product specifications aligned with vehicle program milestones. This role coordinates Release Operations and Feature Configuration teams to support both virtual and physical vehicle builds, managing data quality and planning across multiple model years. Ideal candidates are natural problem solvers with strong project management skills, stakeholder engagement experience, and proficiency in Agile methodologies and tools like JIRA. Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills are essential to deliver efficient propulsion planning and maintain alignment with programme objectives.
Based in Gaydon with hybrid working, this Business Analyst role supports Engineering Operations Factory Office by aligning operational processes with strategic goals to drive performance and efficiency. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage procurement, expenditure approval, and budget accuracy using systems like SAP, while delivering insightful financial and operational reports. Ideal candidates bring strong financial acumen, advanced Excel skills, and proven experience in business process analysis or financial operations within a technical or manufacturing environment. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills are essential to contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence.