Apprenticeship - Program Manager

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Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic Program Management Apprentice to join our team specializing in program management for our Power Systems segment at our office in Sandwich, Kent (UK). During your apprenticeship with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry and power your potential!

The Apprentice role is a developmental position within the Program Management department. During the apprenticeship you will work 4 days per week, inclusive of 1 day per week for remote study of your qualification. The working hours are 37.5 hours with flexible working to suit business needs. On completion of this apprenticeship, you will obtain a degree qualification & chartered management status.

During the apprenticeship you will study a Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship program (Level 6) over a 30-month period, plus 3-month endpoint assessment. This will result in the award of a BSc (Hons) Applied Business Management undergraduate degree and CMI Chartered Manager status on completion. The degree will enable you to develop effective leadership, communication, interpersonal and organisational skills and behaviors to make a real impact in the business. You will also obtain a thorough understanding of business finance, sales and operational strategy and be equipped with skills to address strategic challenges and opportunities within the organisation. This combination of value-added work and structured training will equip you with the professional skills and experience necessary to become a successful project manager and future business leader.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Provide support to the Program Leader to deliver complex, business critical projects using Cummins' new product development processes.
• Lead project teams to deliver on smaller scope projects/initiatives.
• Attend weekly project core team meetings and provide support to record/distribute meeting notes and follow-up with team members on assigned actions.
• Support identification, management and reporting of program risks.
• Compile and report critical program KPIs and program updates to key stakeholders.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English and a science (Grade A*-C / 9-4) these qualification's are essential.
• You must be a UK resident who has lived in the UK for the last 3 years. If you are a previous resident of the EU/EEA, you must have gained pre-settlement or settlement status. If you are a non-UK resident, you must be on an acceptable Visa.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams.
• A Level or equivalent in Business or a related subject is desirable but not essential.
• Be a self-motivated team player with the ability to work independently, under your own initiative.

Why Cummins

As an apprentice at Cummins, you will have the chance to develop your skills and knowledge in a supportive and dynamic environment. Our program is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience that prepares you for a successful career in the industry.

Working at Cummins

At Cummins, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, and/or expression, or any other status protected by law. As a disability confident employer, we strive to make our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate a health condition or disability, please let us know. Your journey with us matters!'

About Us

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.