Corporate Planning Manager

Job Description:

Forseven is rethinking what it is to be a car company through powerful technologies and engineering excellence. A new take on an established industry, we’ve got a growing team that is knowledgeable, experienced and deeply passionate about this endeavour.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of project management principles, experience with scheduling software (OnePlan), and excellent analytical and communication skills.

This pivotal role will operate in a hybrid capacity from our planned Bicester location and Leamington Spa The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most visionary minds in the automotive field.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to become part of a scale-up, where your contributions will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our forward-thinking company. With its rapid growth trajectory and dynamic nature, Forseven offers you an exceptional platform to help drive strategy as we expand into new horizons.

Requirements

What you will do:

Key Responsibilities:

• Schedule Management:
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date inventory of all projects and plans within each portfolio and program in OnePlan.
• Create and maintain an overarching Forseven enterprise-level schedule of high level milestones in OnePlan, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, incorporating dependencies, resource constraints, and critical path analysis.
• Schedule Monitoring & Analysis:
• Conduct ongoing assessments of project health and progress against scheduled milestones.
• Analyse baseline status, current timing plans, critical path dependencies, and interdependencies (hard and soft) to identify potential risks and issues.
• Proactively communicate schedule variances, potential delays, and resource conflicts to relevant stakeholders.
• Risk & Issue Management:
• Flag planning concerns or issues to the appropriate function, program sponsor, or accountable person regarding timing, delivery, and risk, both within and connected to the plans in OnePlan.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to develop mitigation strategies and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Reporting & Communication:
• Utilise corporate dashboarding and reporting resources to define and create a fit-for-purpose IMS dashboard to provide a clear and concise overview of project and program status.
• Prepare and present regular schedule reports and updates to management and stakeholders.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across project teams and functional departments.

Who you are:

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, or a related field (Desirable).
• Proven experience (3+ years) as an Integrated Master Scheduler or in a similar planning and scheduling role.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and best practices.
• Proficiency in using scheduling software, specifically OnePlan (required).
• Experience with project management tools and techniques, including critical path analysis, risk management, and resource allocation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

Additional Skills & Attributes:

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive and results-oriented approach.
• Ability to influence and build consensus among stakeholders.

Benefits

About Us

Forseven is building something new. By thinking differently. To create a new car company for the world.

Guided by expert leadership and powered by brilliant minds from the luxury, automotive and technology worlds, we’re committed to continuous improvement and the highest standards of quality. We promote a culture of excellence, integrity, and sustainable growth.

Together we are establishing a new legacy. Join us.