Ready to lead complex IT projects from concept to delivery? Do you enjoy working with multiple stakeholders, suppliers and technical experts to make things happen? Are you motivated by delivering high‑quality IT solutions that support large‑scale, fast‑paced operations? At GXO, we’re looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to join us on a full time, permanent basis to lead the successful delivery of infrastructure and IT projects across our UK & Ireland network. You’ll play a key role in shaping, planning and executing projects that support our operations, customers and long‑term growth. We offer a flexible hybrid working model, with typically 1‑2 days per week in the office flexing with business demand, as well as traveling and being visible at site across the UK&I during go‑lives and key delivery milestones. With our UK&I Head Office located in Northampton, ideally the successful candidate will be a commutable distance from the Northamptonshire area. We do however have other office hubs across the UK that could be alternative location options, if necessary.
Pay, benefits and more:
We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £65,000, and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company car or car allowance, a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!
What you’ll do on a typical day:
* Own end‑to‑end IT project delivery, from defining scope and budgets through to implementation and BAU handover
* Build and lead cross‑functional teams of SMEs, coordinating internal IT teams, operations and third‑party suppliers
* Create and manage detailed project plans, milestones, risks and issues, ensuring delivery to time, cost and quality
* Engage and influence senior stakeholders, providing clear updates, managing expectations and driving decisions
* Ensure governance and standards are met, following GXO project methodologies, procurement processes and change controls
What you need to succeed at GXO:
* Proven IT project management experience, delivering projects within an IT or infrastructure environment
* Strong project management expertise, ideally supported by PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent qualification
* Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge, influence and collaborate at all levels
* Experience working with third‑party suppliers and managing complex dependencies across multiple systems or sites
* A structured, detail‑focused approach, with strong organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills
* Good understanding of core IT infrastructure technologies including LAN/WAN, WiFi/RF, structured cabling and network security
We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains. GXO is a leading provider of cutting‑edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. GXO is an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.
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