Project Manager (18 month FTC)

About the role

We operate the UK’s ONLY flexible multi-temp, shared customer delivery logistics network.  We buy, warehouse, pick and distribute the entire stock that goes into our customer’s stores across the UK, priding ourselves on quality of service.

We are currently seeking a Project Manager for an 18-month secondment role who will be responsible for the support and execution of projects and business change activity, working with the Business Change Manager and colleagues to deliver projects seamlessly to deadline and within budget. 

This is a great opportunity to develop a range of project management skills and experience and learn about the wider Best and Group business. You will be supported and guided by the Business Change Manager developing in the role to take responsibility for your own projects.

Main Responsibilities

•    Execute and monitor projects through to a successful conclusion 

•    Manage stakeholders in delivering projects successfully

•    Work to deadlines, within budget, and make decisions required to achieve project objectives

•    Use analytical skills to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement effective solutions

•    Build effective relationships

•    Use project management software tools such as Excel, Word and Power-point

•    Develop a working knowledge of Project Management principles and approaches

You will need

Essential:

•    Interpersonal and Communication skills 

•    Organised, disciplined approach with excellent attention to detail

•    Analytical and problem-solving skills

•    Needs to be tenacious with the ability to utilise initiative

•    Experience of Project Management software tools – excel, word and powerpoint

Desirable:

•    Project Scoping, design, implementation and monitoring 

•    Project Management Certification or qualifications

•    Knowledge of a variety of project management approaches e.g. Prince2, Lean etc

What's in it for you

Benefits:  Pension, Healthcare Cash Plan, Personal Accident Scheme

The additional Benefits of being part of the BEST team!

• 10% Tesco discount, which increases to 15% for 4 days every 4 weeks (all discounts apply to home delivery)
• 20% discount on F&F Clothing
• 10% discount at Tesco Café
• 10% Booker discount
• 25% discount at all Pizza Express & Pizza Hut Restaurants (exc. buffet & deals)
• 25% discount at selected Burger King restaurants
• Contributory Pension.
• 1 year life assurance for all colleagues; or 3 years if you join the pension scheme
• Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family & the opportunity to join a healthcare cash plan.
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including cinema vouchers & a cycle to work scheme
• 34 days holiday including public holidays

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