Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Project Manager to join the Sysco Technology team on a full time, permanent basis, who will drive and own the successful delivery of our business-driven projects.

The role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to utilise their project management skills across a wide range of business projects within the Finance, HR and Legal business functions, all  of which have a broad range of change initiatives ranging from the strategic to the operational. SAP ECC and HCM are the key platforms in use but as is common they are both augmented by and integrate with other various solutions internally and externally sourced. While the primary focus is on Finance, HR and Legal projects there will always be the opportunity to get involved with other classes of projects.

This role is being offered on a remote working basis with the requirement to travel to other UK sites for team meetings, so you must be willing to travel infrequently.

Reporting to the Business Delivery Lead, you’ll need experience of delivering projects using Agile and waterfall methodologies, of working with internal and external teams across multiple sites and geographies and a good understanding of business processes. You’ll have strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to listen and partner effectively with business units and key stakeholders up to a senior level.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• Lead, plan and manage the delivery of the requirements provided by the Business solution team & ensure delivery scope is maintained 
• Definition & management of an effective Communications Plans
• Ensure project delivery meets governance standards
• Budget creation & control
• Managing resources & project timelines
• Successfully implement the change into BAU business operations and Sysco Technology  Service
• Implement the solution to meet the stakeholder success criteria 
• Management & escalation of Risks, Issues, Dependencies & Resources
• Project stakeholder management
• Ensure personal knowledge and exposure to business change opportunities remains up to date, appropriate and relevant.
• Manage project stakeholders effectively
• Ensure there is adequate capacity and capability to effectively deliver the agreed project

About you:

The ideal candidate will have previous Project Management experience delivering business change projects using waterfall methodologies and the ability to put framework and structure around a defined project. Having a Prince 2, Six Sigma or similar qualification with Change Management experience and experience of a software delivery lifecycle would be highly advantageous. You will be able to take complex tasks & ideas and break down into logical simple activities to provide updates to stakeholders. Microsoft skills are essential in this role; PowerPoint, Project, Word and Excel, so candidates need to be proficient in the use of these as well as having strong presentation and communication skills.

What you’ll receive:

• A competitive salary
• Huge discounts on all sorts of lovely food and award-winning products through our staff shop
• Discounts on Cinema tickets, shopping and earn cashback on purchases through Sodexo.
• Generous holiday allowance, with option to purchase additional holidays
• Recognition awards and Incentives
• Pension scheme
• Real career opportunities - being part of Sysco, the world’s leading foodservice business, opens up a world of possibility

Additional Information

At Brakes everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Brakes and we recognise that Brakes can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.