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Infrastructure programme manager (euc & data centres)

Southampton
Kingfisher plc
Programme manager
Posted: 13 October
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Overview

We’re Kingfisher, a team of over 74,000 people bringing Kingfisher brands (B&Q, Screwfix, Brico Depot, Castorama and Koctas) to life. We aim to be the leading home improvement company and to grow the largest community of home improvers in the world. We are committed to equality for all colleagues, future colleagues, and applicants regardless of age, gender, marital or civil partnership status, colour, ethnic or national origin, culture, religious or philosophical beliefs, political opinion, disability, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation.

We are open to flexible and agile working, with a blend of home and office locations. Offices are in London, Southampton & Yeovil. Talk to us about how we can support you.

We are looking for an Infrastructure Programme Manager to manage one or more technology programmes (programme budgets from £100k to £6m) and to lead a team of Project Managers. You will focus on end-user computing and core data centres, scoping, building and delivering programme plans, and liaising with key teams and stakeholders across Group Technology and the wider business to manage new project demand and priority changes.

This role is based at our B&Q office just outside Southampton, with an expectation of 2-3 days per week in the office. Travel to other locations in the UK and Europe may be required depending on project needs.


Responsibilities

* Building and maintaining programme and resource plans.
* Ensuring clarity of project scope and accuracy of resource and budget estimations.
* Ensuring effective programme governance, with progress tracked and accurately reported.
* Mitigating risks by implementing and maintaining risk management plans; acting as escalation point for risks and issues.
* Managing key stakeholders through effective communication, identifying issues, and providing actionable insights for decision-making.
* Managing the programme budget with clear forecasting.
* Developing and mentoring team members.


Qualifications & Experience

* Demonstrable experience leading complex infrastructure programmes (ideally with end-user computing/data centres projects).
* Experience working to recognised project/programme management methodologies.
* Broad technical background with the ability to navigate diverse technology challenges.
* Experience with risk and issue management.
* Strong financial management knowledge (forecasting, capitalization, budgeting, etc.).
* Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.
* Ability to build, lead and motivate a diverse IT team in a matrix environment.


Behaviours (Kingfisher)

* Be Customer Focused – constantly improving our customers’ experience
* Be Human – acting with humanity and care
* Be Curious – thrive on learning, thinking beyond the obvious
* Be Agile – working with trust, pace and agility
* Be Inclusive – acting inclusively in diverse teams
* Be Accountable – championing the plan to deliver results and growth

At Kingfisher, we value diverse perspectives and encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements. We offer an inclusive environment, opportunities to grow, and a variety of benefits. Find out more about Diversity & Inclusion at Kingfisher here.

We offer a competitive benefits package and opportunities to stretch and grow your career.

Interested? Apply now and help us power the possible.


What we offer

* Private Health Care – AXA family level cover; eligibility within three months or at annual renewal.
* Kingfisher Pension Scheme – Auto-enrolment; 8% employee contribution for up to 14% company contribution.
* 25 Days’ Holiday – Plus bank holidays, pro-rated for part-time.
* Staff Discount – 20% at B&Q and Screwfix after 3 months.
* Kingfisher SIP – Share ownership; save £10-£150 per month; eligible after three months.
* Life Assurance – x4 salary or x1 salary if not active member.
* Bonus – Competitive bonus aligned to role level.
* Kingfisher Save – Option to buy shares after 3 or 5 years; annual invitation in October.


Our Behaviours

* Constantly improving our customer experience
* Acting with humanity and care
* Be curious; thrive on learning
* Be inclusive; work together
* Be agile; trust, pace and agility
* Be accountable; deliver results and grow


Application Process

1. Step 1: Application — Apply via the Kingfisher Careers website.
2. Step 2: Review — Talent Acquisition will advise on progression.
3. Step 3: Interview 1 — Telephone or video with a recruiter.
4. Step 4: Interview 2 — Face-to-face or virtual interview.
5. Step 5: Feedback — Recruiter will provide feedback and details of offer if successful.

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Location: Southampton

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