
Project Manager Remote
Job description
Competitive salary with an excellent bonus plan
We offer two bonuses (personal performance paid quarterly and company performance paid annually) with private healthcare and dental cover and a generous pension scheme.For over three decades our purpose hasn’t changed: we are here to make a positive difference to the lives of all. Through the exceptional products, services, and value we offer, we are proud of how far we’ve come as a business, now we want to see you grow with us.
*This role is for a 12-month Fixed Term Contract*
Your purpose:
Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain Project Management Office, the individual will Project Manage cross-functional medium to large Supply Chain projects, ensuring operational and Customer Service Excellence is delivered in all areas. The projects will be in the UK or in other Specsavers markets; they can be supply chain strategic projects, requiring close cooperation with Supply Chain Directors (or teams) and other support functions, or they can be projects where the supply chain is a key enabler to a wider business objective, team or development.
Your role
- Shape, define and initiate projects to meet business needs in line with annual business plan objectives, and as directed by the Supply Chain Leadership.
- Ensure there are sound business cases against all projects undertaken, working closely with Finance and project stakeholders.
- Negotiate, agree and monitor project objectives, scope, deliverables, timescales and budgets throughout the lifecycle of the project
- Obtain approval for costs. Track and manage costs within the approved budget, flagging exceptions and justify and obtain further funds if required.
- Communicate and consult with business stakeholders. Meet or exceed stakeholder expectations.
- Ensure learnings are captured and used, before, during and after projects to enable continual improvement in Supply Chain-run projects
What you’ll bring
- Broad experience of managing business projects
- Strong organisational skills with an eye for detail
- A confident and clear communicator at all levels of the organisation
- Ability to simplify complex issues and bring a structured approach to planning
- Quickly builds strong working relationships and credibility among stakeholders
Happy to talk flexible working!
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