About the Job
Games Workshop has an exciting vacancy for a Manufacturing Research & Development Manager.
We are looking for someone enthusiastic about leading and utilising their skills to manage the R&D team to drive organisational change initiatives aimed at improving business processes and technology.
As an R&D Manager, you will be a key member of our team having the ability to navigate complex situations with integrity and compassion to ensure that we maintain the highest standards in all aspects of our operations while fostering a supportive and empathetic work environment.
Being an expert in your field you will be responsible for developing and implementing R&D strategies aligned with the company’s overall business goals whilst using your excellent people skills to collaborate with senior management to define project roadmaps.
Having the ability to navigate ambiguity you will identify emerging trends and technologies to drive innovation and competitive advantage keeping up to date on developments in technology, process and material through an industry, institute, and academic network.
Being accountable for multiple R&D projects from conception through to completion you must ensure your projects are delivered on time, to cost and quality, whilst also keeping an eye on the overall business objectives. This will require excellent collaboration with cross functional teams and strong critical thinking and decision-making.
With a keen eye for detail, you will also create initiation documents and reports for each technical project ensuring a clearly documented plan for each improvement stage as well as having excellent presentation skills to ensure we gain internal and external buy-in.
Your technical background with an in-depth understanding of manufacturing will help you foster a culture of innovation and step change improvement ensuring an optimised manufacturing value stream.
If you are someone who leads with integrity, approaches challenges with humility, and embodies the courage to drive positive change, we want to hear from you!
Working at Games Workshop
At Games Workshop we are looking for people who will do their best to understand the needs of the company and to put those needs first when they are at work. Because of this we believe that what you are like, hence the attitude you show to work and the way you choose to behave is even more important than your skills and experience.
The Warhammer World site is based just outside of Nottingham city centre and benefits from a nearby tram stop and free onsite car parking.
In return for your hard work, you will receive 33 days holiday per year (including public holidays), matching contributory pension scheme up to 7.5%, profit share bonus (subject to GW meeting profit targets) and option to join our Share Save scheme. Oh and let’s not forget, a staff discount of between 25% and 50% on our products!
How to Apply
To apply, please send us a letter or a video telling us why you want this job. This is a great opportunity for you to let us know that you understand what we are looking for.
Please include an up-to-date CV to support your application. When you’re ready, please click apply, below.
Closing date for applications is midnight UK time, Sunday 8th September 2024