Roger Harrison

Background

About Roger Harrison

I am a focused, dependable leader experienced in business strategy, growth and delivery to UK and international customers. I possess a deep understanding of commercial, financial, ethical, and operational issues driving revenue and margin gains and, I am highly adept at understanding the technical context.I have excellent client relationship skills, with experience creating and leading cross-functional teams resulting in delivery of large/complex bids and programs. I'm experienced in Business Development, technical and program delivery, transformation and continuous improvement.My knowledge, skills and experience include: Technology and R&D exploitation in product and solution realisation.Product development.Business Development and customer/client relationships.Capture and bid management (Shipley).Project and program management including delivery, policy, processes and reporting.Business and product strategy development and implementation.Commercial and Finance planning and reporting.Business operations management.My career highlights include:MOD Fast Stream Graduate Scheme resulting in a solid understanding of defence equipment procurement and support.Leading a team of highly qualified and experienced scientists and engineers at DERA Porton Down, undertaking early concept evaluation and development of ground and aircrew respirators.Leading a design team for an in-service aircrew CBRN mask, utilising novel technologies, materials and design innovation, to realise a solution that significantly reduces user burden.Leading the introduction to service of the British Army's current combat clothing system.Leading QinetiQ's bid into the CBRN Key Strategic Partner transformation program.Leading the development of a novel delivery solution for technology transfer and engineering support to a European government's main battle tank powerpack development program.Program Managing the delivery of the British Army's protective head system for dismounted close combat.Introducing a product strategy and subsequent sales of a new CBRN capability.Working with, managing and leading exceptional people throughout the course of my career.Delivering value to customers and the businesses that I have been proud to work for, but above all knowing my contribution has saved lives and made things more comfortable for those who protect us.