Gleeson is proud to partner with a Global Automation Business currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to spearhead strategic growth initiatives.
This pivotal role offers the opportunity to oversee complex, high-value projects spanning transport, warehousing, supply chain, and advanced automation, ensuring the business continues to scale with agility and precision.
Job Title: Continuous Improvement and system Manager
Work type : North UK
Salary: £60,000 + Benefits
Key Responsibilities
Lead projects end to end, from initiation and planning through delivery and post‑implementation review
Establish clear project scope, milestones, timelines, and resource plans
Ensure adherence to project governance frameworks and reporting requirements
Serve as the main point of contact for allocated projects
Develop and sustain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including Commercial, Supply Chain, Finance, and IT teams
Convert business and customer needs into well‑defined project outcomes and deliverables
Support product range management and full product lifecycle activities, including new product introductions
Collaborate with suppliers and cross‑functional teams to deliver timely, commercially viable product launches
Contribute to purchasing and procurement initiatives that enhance value and operational efficiency
Identify, evaluate, and mitigate project risks such as budget pressures, supplier delays, or resourcing constraints
Proactively address issues to minimise commercial and operational disruption
Monitor performance against KPIs, budgets, and delivery schedules
Produce clear project updates and summary reports for senior stakeholders
Leverage data and insights to inform decisions and support continuous improvementIdeal Experience:
Demonstrated experience in a Project Management role, ideally within FMCG, retail, or distribution sectors
Excellent organisational skills, with experience managing multiple projects
Experience working with suppliers and managing product lifecycles
Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile, PMP)At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.
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