Senior Project Manager

Job Description

At Gist, we're proud to be part of the M&S Group, the logistics engine behind M&S Food.

From our distribution centres to our transport operations and support functions, we connect people, technology and expertise to ensure the right products reach the right stores at the right time.

As we continue to invest in our people, technology and network, there's never been a more exciting time to join Gist and help shape the future of food logistics.

Our Technology team have exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Manager where you will take ownership of large-scale critical projects driving the delivery of the programmes from site completion, operational readiness, migration and the implementation of automated mechanisation.

As the integration lead you will ensure collaboration and connectivity between the business, technology, engineering, operations, suppliers and delivery partners to ensure everything comes together safely on time and with clear accountability.

Reporting to the Senior Head of Programme Integration, you will:

• Own the integrated delivery plans, driving milestones, dependencies, risks, critical path and outcomes.
• Lead site completion, readiness, migration, cutover, testing, training and go-live.
• Integrate technology, WMS, engineering and mechanisation delivery into the wider programme.
• Provide clear governance, reporting and escalation to senior stakeholders.
• Coordinate multiple teams, suppliers and delivery partners, holding to accountable for desired outcomes.
• Drive safe, controlled implementation through stabilisation, handover and benefits realisation.
• Ensure delivery is controlled across time, cost, quality, risk and change.
• Support the Senior Head of Programme Integration with any additional tasks.

To be successful in your application you will be a confident project leader, someone who thrives in connecting operations, technology, engineering and suppliers’ teams with an objective focused and curious mindset. You will be able to demonstrate a proven track record in:

• Leading complex, cross-functional projects and implementations, ideally within a 3PL, logistics & supply chain, or FMCG environment.
• Experienced in migration, cutover and business continuity planning.
• Knowledgeable in WMS, automation, technology or engineering integration.
• Strong project controls across RAID, planning, cost, change, dependencies and governance.
• Comfortable managing suppliers and senior stakeholders with confidence.
• Able to turn complex delivery challenges into clear actions and outcomes.
• Certified in PRINCE2, APM, Agile or similar qualifications are desirable.

This is a hands-on delivery leadership role where your ability to bring people, technology and operations together will directly shape successful implementation. If you are an experienced delivery leader who brings structure, pace and accountability we would like to hear from you!

Salary:
Up to £81,000 per annum (DOE)

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

Location:

This role can be based anywhere in the UK, however individuals must be comfortable with travel across the UK.

As well as a competitive salary, you'll benefit from:

• 20% M&S discount on most things from furniture, fashion and food
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with length of service)
• Discounted rates on healthcare cash plan
• Attractive annual bonus scheme, based on M&S performance and personal objectives
• Auto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and life assurance (up to 4 times salary)
• Amazing perks and discounts via our App to major restaurants and retailers
• Access to a wide range of wellbeing support – including our Employee Assistance Programme
• A…