IT Project Manager

We are not supporting candidates who require sponsorship for this position.

We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support.

We are committed to improving diversity and equality throughout Weetabix especially within our Recruitment processes.

We are always looking to enhance our current teams with diverse skills, experience, backgrounds and personalities ; so if your skills and experience look a little different and you believe you can add value to the role and/or Weetabix, then we would love you to drop us your CV or apply! No candidate will ever meet 100% of the desired qualifications, skills and/ or experience, but we are ambitious to attract the right talent for how we want our business to grow.

You might not be right for the role, yet but we are always looking for talented people!

Closing date: 20th October

Interview process: Interviews will commence with a Teams interview followed by a face to face interview at our site in Burton Latimer

Working pattern: Hybrid but you will need to flexible depending on team tasks and resources. Weetabix Wednesday is a non-negotiable where we all come into the office for business partnering and meetings.

The recipe!

The purpose of this role is to manage the successful execution of large-scale IT projects and/or a portfolio of projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and according to the scope established with the Executive and Project Sponsors. These projects must align with the overall vision and strategy of Weetabix, including adherence to the Weetabix Enterprise Architecture. Additionally, the role requires compliance with the IT PMO Governance model and involves direct management of other PMO/project team members to ensure all project expectations are met.

• Ensure timely, cost-effective execution of IT projects within scope.
• Work with IT and business teams for smooth implementation and acceptance of changes.
• Report to the IT PMO, ensuring governance compliance and providing updates to the steering committee.
• Lead a matrix project team to promote collaboration and meet project objectives.
• Establish and execute a delivery strategy for each project phase.
• Create and own project management deliverables, adhering to quality standards.
• Develop and manage project plans, monitor timelines and budgets, and address variances.
• Design resource plans and oversee resource utilization with clear role definitions.
• Identify stakeholders and develop effective communication plans.
• Assist in training and succession planning for project management teams.
• Evaluate and enhance processes for current and future projects with the IT PMO team.
• Accountable for overall projects managed by line reports.

Requirements

Non-negotiables

• Strong understanding of risk and change management methodologies
• Project Management Certification (like Prince 2) or an equivalent qualification
• Proficient in managing stakeholder relationships
• Skilled in detailed communication planning with outstanding communication skills
• Adept at navigating complexity, analysing data, solving problems, and owning results
• Experience in budget and resource management
• Demonstrate success in simultaneously overseeing multiple complex projects or managing a program/portfolio of projects
• Alignment to Weetabix values
• Are always curious to finding new ways to do business!
• Have the ability to demonstrate how you keep up to date in your field of expertise

Nice to haves

• Experience within a Manufacturing / FMCG environment preferred

Benefits

Check out our website for more information: https://weetabixfoodcompany.co.uk/careers/

Competitive salary & Annual Flexible benefits

• Annual bonus 10%
• Double matched ER contributed pension scheme
• Annual Salary review
• Healthcare plan
• Access to 24/7 counselling service (in partnership with Grocery Aid)

Please Note: Our company policy is not to advertise salaries as we want to benchmark all candidates based on skills and experience that need to be evidenced upon application and screening.

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