Production Manager - Vehicle Conversions

Bott have been established for 90 years specialising in the design, manufacture and supply of Workshop and In-Vehicle Equipment, with production facilities here in the U.K, Germany and Hungary, and partner companies throughout the world.

Key Responsibilities

Order & Project Management

• Coordinate with the sales and design teams to ensure customers’ expectations are accurately translated into production schedules and plans.
• Operationally manage the vehicle conversion orders & equipment kits from confirmed order status to handover to conversion, ensuring that all orders are processed on time and within budget.

Supply Chain & Inventory Management

• Oversee and manage the inventory levels of materials, parts and accessories needed for vehicle conversions.
• Ensure timely procurement, production and delivery of all components required for conversion.

Logistics Coordination

• Oversee the shipping and delivery of conversion equipment and kits to UK Conversion Centres and Partner Network, ensuring adherence to agreed timelines and correct paperwork is provided.
• Work with UK Logistics Team to ensure products and kits arrive on time.
• Work with the Quality Team to package parts effectively and efficiently keeping damage to a minimum.

General

• Establish key KPIs to measure and track progress, sharing with the team as appropriate.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance production and fulfilment operations, reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Analyse performance metrics and work to resolve any bottlenecks or delays in the production or delivery process.
• To provide timely and accurate updates to internal customers on the progress of equipment and kits.
• To lead and manage, providing direction, support and training to ensure the efficient flow of the department.
• To monitor team performance and to resolve any operational issues and ensure that quality standards are maintained.
• To work with the Facilities Team to ensure the Ashby site is maintained, secure and well presented at all times.
• Operationally manage the vehicle conversion orders & equipment kits from start to handover to conversion, ensuring that all orders are processed on time and within budget.
• Work closely with the production and warehouse teams to ensure all specifications and requirements are met for each conversion project and delivered on time.

Personal Profile & Essential Skills:

Proven experience as a Production Manager, ideally within vehicle conversions or automotive industries.

• Strong understanding of production planning, resource allocation and process optimisation.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain management, inventory control and project coordination.
• Experience of leading and managing a team in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage with internal teams and customers.
• Attention to details and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in all aspects.
• Proficient in using management and inventory software tools.
• Previous experience of using SAP, particularly PS or SD modules, would be an advantage.
• Flexibility for occasional travel to other bott sites in the UK and abroad.
• Valid passport & driving licence.

Monday to Friday - 39.5 hours per week

Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £50,000.00-£55,000.00 per year