Programme Manager – Operational Design & Strategy – 18 Month Contract

Location: Hybrid/UK with Travel

Package: £80,000 - £100,000 / Day Rate available (Outside IR35)

Great to be partnering with this Global Distributor on a fantastic transformational new role to support their logistics network development.

We're looking to speak to experienced Programme Managers with detailed knowledge of network redesign, new warehouse/site setups and operational warehouse development. You must have strong stakeholder management, the ability to influence cross-functionally and be comfortable being hands on, working across all levels.

This is a fantastic business going through a significant amount of change. You will be given the autonomy and ownership to have a direct impact and report directly to the board.

What will the role entail?

• The primary role across the next 18 months will be to review & realign the operational and strategic activity across the logistics division
• To shape and develop the optimum operating model working to improve site performance, processes systems, compliance, third party providers & supplier performance

• Leading the setup, design and effective go live of the new warehouse(s) working cross functionally across; Operations, Engineering, HR, IT & Tech
• Working with the key stakeholders across the business to help align company goals and pushing new ideas for efficiency and cost reduction

Key skills and experience required?

• Previous experience developing and delivering network operational design & strategy. With a strong track record of new site start ups.
• The ability to lead large scale change projects – looking at all aspects of supply chain operations, technology and logistics with CAPEX responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of ERP integrations and set up, not necessarily and expert but exposure to these projects
• Strong stakeholder management skills, able to influence and negotiate working across all levels
• Hands on approach to leading projects and developing new processes

Why should you apply for this role?

• Fantastic company culture, very much open to change and driving improvements
• The opportunity to take ownership of some highly critical change programmes
• This is a critical senior position within a market leading business
• Ability to make a real impact, reporting directly into the board

If this is an opportunity you feel would be suited to your skills and experience and are interested in finding out more then click Apply now or contact Seb Taylor at Pod Talent.