REQ ID: 124684
JOB TITLE: Model Production Manager
SALARY: Competitive
POSTING DATE: 21/06/2024
END DATE: 05/07/2024
LOCATION: Gaydon
We’re re-examining our vehicles and what a vehicle means in the emerging world of automation, connectedness, electrification and the shared economy. New ideas, new technology, and new approaches to mobility are our business. Join a team of next generation thinkers.
WHAT TO EXPECT
JLR’s Creative function is going through an exciting period of growth and change. Together we are Redefining our future, to enable a modern luxury customer experience for the most discerning clients by creating centres of excellence with highly skilled and motivated teams. As part of the Business Planning and Transformation pillar within the Creative function, the Tech and Data Hub (T&D) is the centre of excellence responsible for technical innovation, digital systems implementation and 3D Model Data delivery.
This role works as part of the Tech and Data Hub Model Production team, responsible for generating high quality 3D visualisation models, all produced and compliant to Tech and Data Hub creative and technical processes and standards.
The primary purpose is the management of the team in delivery of 3D modelled content to support a variety of on-board and off-board CGI use cases, across Vehicle Design, Materiality, Brand and Customer Ready workstreams, using cross-functional collaboration and support. Key features of the role include people management and development, team management and administration, business customer/stakeholder management, production delivery management, and strategy and technical development.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
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Responsible for people management and development. Working closely with direct reports to identify areas of personal improvement, providing coaching & support, and creating a positive, empowered and collaborative working environment and facilities.
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Responsible for team management and administration. Supporting you team with appropriate governance, structure and communications to ensure on-going awareness and alignment to business information, priorities and activities/action.
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Responsible for delivery of 3D Model Production, aligned to PCDS (Product Creation & Delivery System) delivery, cycle plan demand and Model Production process, guidelines and standards; ensuring model output is delivered with a Modern Luxury focus, to time, quality and cost.
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Responsibility as the key point of contact for all business stakeholders and customer groups, ensuring their needs are met whilst continuing to build strong, long-lasting relationships that drive mutual success, unity, and customer love.
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Responsible for developing the technical capability and capacity of the Team. Ensuring Model Production is fully aligned with the latest existing JLR processes, tools, and technologies; as well as identifying new technologies & trends, driving innovation and operational efficiencies in line with Business Strategic. Imperatives.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
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Extensive team management experience in digital content delivery, utilising performance management and analytics.
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Experience working in a CGI production environment.
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Proven leadership experience in team strategy, growth, and capability development
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Extensive leadership experience in people development and growth, aligned to personal progression plans and business strategy.
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Proven experience managing and collaborating with business stakeholders and customers.
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, private medical cover and performance related bonus scheme. As a manager, you’ll also be able to select one of our luxury premium vehicles to lease at a fraction of the cost. All this and more makes JLR 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 JLR, 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.
JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.