Why join us: 

By joining Sainsbury's as a Programme Manager, you will have the opportunity to lead and deliver major network change projects that have a significant impact on the logistics and fulfilment operations of a retail-led business.  

With a focus on automation and innovation, you will collaborate with stakeholders, manage complex projects, and drive continuous improvement to ensure delivery on time and within budget.  

As part of a dynamic and inclusive team, you will have the chance to showcase your leadership skills, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to delivering exceptional results while embracing new technologies and industry trends. 

What you'll do: 

You will be accountable for the delivery and integration of major network change projects, including automation initiatives and proof of concept trials featuring Robotics and AMR. You will oversee change projects across the Logistics and Fulfilment team, ensuring multiple change programmes are delivered according to schedule, budget, and required standards.  

Your role will involve collaborating with stakeholders to create a manageable programme of delivery to meet business case targets, monitoring project progress, managing risks and issues, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in delivery practises.  

Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with organisational policies, standards, and best practises, as well as supporting the Network Strategy and Design teams to ensure budget and timelines are accurate and achievable once approved for delivery. 

Who you are: 

An experienced professional with a deep understanding of logistics projects and a proven track record of successfully delivering complex automation initiatives within a fast-paced environment.  

Your strong leadership skills, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and effective communication style enable you to collaborate with stakeholders, manage project plans and budgets, and drive the integration of major network change projects to meet business case targets.  

With a commitment to continuous learning and professional development, you foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in delivery practises, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standards.