Aston Martin
Head of Manufacturing Execution System Programme
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Head of Manufacturing Execution System Programme
Senior MES & Digital Manufacturing Transformation Programme Lead
Aston Martin – Gaydon, Warwickshire (Hybrid)
Some programmes improve a process. Others transform how an entire business operates. This is one of those opportunities.
We're looking for a senior technology and transformation leader to take end-to-end ownership of one of Aston Martin’s most significant digital manufacturing programmes: the selection, implementation, and deployment of our future Manufacturing Execution System (MES) across multiple production facilities.
This isn’t just about introducing a new platform—it’s about reimagining how manufacturing execution works across Aston Martin, creating a consistent, connected, and scalable capability that supports the next generation of our products, plants, and technologies.
The Role
The goal is to establish a single enterprise MES platform that connects people, processes, and systems across Gaydon, St Athan, and Wellesbourne, enabling:
- Greater efficiency
- Improved traceability
- Enhanced quality control
- Better operational insights
You’ll hold full accountability for the programme—from defining the vision and roadmap to partner mobilisation, deployment, adoption, and value realisation. Working at the intersection of Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and IT, you’ll:
- Lead a cross-functional programme structure, ensuring pace and control.
- Work closely with senior leaders to manage executive engagement, steer delivery, and navigate complex decisions with confidence.
- Own solution design, integration, data, testing, change management, cutover, and early-life support, keeping the focus on outcomes, not activity.
- Shape the future of manufacturing execution, ensuring the delivered capability supports today’s business needs while providing a scalable foundation for tomorrow.
- Oversee MES integration with Aston Martin’s broader digital ecosystem, including connections between manufacturing operations, enterprise systems, and next-gen vehicle platforms.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead an enterprise-scale MES implementation with partners, system integrators, and cross-functional teams.
- Balance strategic vision while driving hands-on delivery leadership.
- Build alignment across diverse stakeholders, scaling adoption from senior leadership to operational teams.
- Turn technology investment into measurable business outcomes, driving operational improvements and long-term value creation.
Requirements
- Proven track record in leading enterprise MES programmes, preferably in automotive or complex manufacturing, with experience across process standardisation, IT integration, and system deployment.
- Deep understanding of ERP-MES connectivity and digital manufacturing ecosystems.
- Experience in governance, decision-making, and risk management within large-scale transformations.
- Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, drive Executive engagement, and accelerate delivery in fast-moving environments.
- Strong stakeholder alignment and change management skills to ensure smooth transition and adoption.
Experience & Skills
- Automotive/manufacturing sector: Highly advantageous.
- MES system design & implementation: Familiarity with platforms like MT gården, Plex, or Epicor.
- ERP integration knowledge: Exposure to SAP, Oracle, or similar systems is a bonus.
- Programme management: Experience with structured methodologies (Agile, PRINCE2, Waterfall) and Agile at scale approaches.
- Leader who bridges the gap: Strong Manufacturing-IT alignment, operational leadership, and strategic thinking.
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About the Opportunity
- Hybrid role (Gaydon, Warwickshire) with 3+ days per week onsite (+ travel as needed).
- Critical transformation role with lasting impact—reshape Aston Martin’s manufacturing future.
- Closed ecosystem with multi-site coordination, enabling a scalable, unified system.
- Support for adoption, performance insights, and future-proofing across all production facets.
We’re looking for someone who can drive momentum in complex environments, ensuring this once-in-a-decade opportunity delivers real, transformative results.
Why Join Aston Martin?
At Aston Martin, we believe beauty, craftsmanship, and artistry thrive through diverse talent. Our culture values:
- Inclusivity: Celebrating individuality from background to perspective.
- Transparency: Questioning norms when necessary, trusting recommended actions.
- Leading clearly: Empowering oneself and others to make executive-grade decisions.
- Compassion and integrity: Staying accountable when things don’t always go as planned.
If that resonates, we’d love to hear from you.
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