Andrew Bowles Email & Phone Number

I lead large multi disciplinary project teams towards a common goal. I have 30+ years experience of new product introduction (NPI) within a variety of sectors including aerospace, construction and automotive.Over the last twenty one years in my role with a global blue chip company, I have introduced 16+ automotive new model launches from concept to mass production, including three full model changes (FMC).I set and manage the overall project control plan, coordinating manufacturing and quality plans through a gateway process.Manage change, problem solving and risk as project proceeds.Cost management, target setting, monitoring, forecasting & reportingI am experienced in technology transfers from Europe and UK. I have coordinated green and brown field sites into manufacturing facilities from planning to building handover including equipment specification, procurement, performance testing and installation.I invested a year as a trainer and facilitator for a staff development programme in leadership, team building and culture shapingSpecialities include: Technology & innovation, project management, cross functional leadership, team building and culture change, new product introduction NPI, new product development NPD, process improvement, problem solving, change management, manufacturing planning, advanced product quality & project control plans APQP, IQS, JD Power, engineering, aerospace, automotive, construction,

Listed skills include Fmea, Apqp, Supplier Quality, Ppap, and 45 others.

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  University Of Leicester

  First Class