Why join us
Becoming a Project Coordinator within the Operational Systems Support Group (OSSG) at Sainsbury's means playing a pivotal role in the smooth running of logistics systems that underpin the operations of both Sainsbury's and Argos. You will work at the heart of a dynamic team, collaborating with tech project and delivery managers, logistics partners, and cross-functional colleagues. This is an opportunity to influence decision-making, drive operational efficiency, and contribute to the ongoing success of our logistics division. As a valued member of the OSSG team, you'll be supported in your personal and professional development, with access to training, mentorship, and clear pathways for career progression within a forward-thinking organisation
Please note, this is a field based and home role which will require the post holder to travel across our logistics fulfilment network as and when required.
What you'll do
* Collaborate with the project manager to meticulously plan, schedule, and coordinate project activities to ensure timely delivery.
* Monitor project progress and deadlines, proactively identifying and addressing any deviations to keep projects on track.
* Prepare project documentation, detailed project plans, insightful status reports, and accurate meeting minutes.
* Facilitate seamless communication and collaboration between project team members, stakeholders, and external vendors to foster alignment and drive project success.
* Track project resources ensuring each project has the right level of SME support whilst managing multiple projects.
* Champion effective risk management and issue resolution strategies, promptly escalating and resolving any challenges to minimise project disruptions and maintain momentum.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management practices by actively supporting the implementation of best practices and process enhancements.
* Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors to ensure project requirements are met.
* Track project progress and update stakeholders on milestones and deliverables.
* Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.
Essential Qualifications and Skills
* Minimum of 2 years' experience in project coordination or a related field.
* Solid understanding of logistics systems and supply chain processes.
* Excellent organisational and time management abilities, with strong attention to detail.
* Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
* Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage stakeholders at all levels.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Experience with project management methodologies and tools is advantageous.
* Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
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We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer so you'll be welcomed whoever you are and wherever you work. Around here, there's always the chance to try something new - whether that's as part of an evolving team or somewhere else across the business - and we take development seriously and promise to support you. We also recognise and celebrate colleagues when they go the extra mile and, where possible, offer flexible working. When you join our team, we'll also offer you an amazing range of benefits. Here are some of them:
Starting off with colleague discount, you'll be able to save 10% on your shopping online and instore at Sainsbury's, Argos, TU and Habitat, and we regularly increase the discount to 15% at points during the year. We've also got you covered for your future with our pensions scheme and life cover. You'll also be able to share in our success as you may be eligible for a performance-related bonus of up to 5% of salary, depending on how we perform.
Your wellbeing is important to us too. You'll receive an annual holiday allowance and you can buy up to an additional week's holiday. We also offer other benefits that will help your money go further such as season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme, health cash plans, salary advance (where you can access some of your pay before pay day) as well access to a great range of discounts from hundreds of other retailers. And if you ever need it there is also an employee assistance programme.
Moments that matter are as important to us as they are to you which is why we give up to 26 weeks' pay for maternity or adoption leave and up to 4 weeks' pay for paternity leave.
Please see www.sainsburys.jobs for a range of our benefits (note, length of service and eligibility criteria may apply).