We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join us to oversee all aspects of projects in Boots and No7 Beauty Company IT. You’ll work closely with the wider Boots IT organisation and 3rd parties to ensure each project meets its required objectives, on time and within budget.
The projects you’ll be working on may take many forms, from implementing new systems such as a master data management tool, or coordinating the development of a new website or app that’ll be used by our customers. You’ll be responsible for scoping out projects, making sure they are delivered effectively and ensuring that the correct project management processes are followed.
Who we are
International Technology & Advanced Analytics (IT2A) is a multi-national function of Walgreens Boots Alliance based in the UK, Europe, Asia, South America and the USA. We leverage emerging technology and robust data to transform our pharmacy and retail offerings, improve experiences for customers and patients and enhance operational effectiveness for team members. Partnering with some of the finest tech providers and utilising a cutting-edge tech stack, we support two of the UK’s most trusted and established brands - Boots and No7 Beauty Company – in personalising their customer interactions. We’re an innovative team of specialists spanning security, hosting, architecture, software engineering, networks, project delivery and more. A proud equal opportunity employer, we passionately embrace team member diversity and provide a positive and inclusive working environment for all.
About the role
Reporting into the Delivery and Operations Manager, you’ll ensure that projects are managed effectively:
- Primary duties and responsibilities:
- Leading the planning and implementation of projects
- Planning and scheduling project timelines
- Coordinating project resource
- Resource planning and allocation
- Quality assurance
- Management of project risks and issues
- Managing project administration, including documentation
- Tracking and maintaining project budgets
- Managing relationships with 3rd parties
- Tracking project performance
- Reporting regularly to senior management
- Work with the PMO to ensure projects comply with the PMO standards and procedures
We offer our Support Office team members a flexible, hybrid working approach based upon empowerment, accountability, care and trust which includes a balanced mix of remote and office-based working - this will be discussed with you as part of the application process.
What you’ll need to have
- Project management qualification and experience, e.g. APMP, Prince2, MSP
- Expertise in multiple project delivery methodologies and processes (including waterfall and agile)
- Excellent stakeholder management skills with a strong ability to build relationships and influence
- Strong communication skills
- You’ll need to be resilient in the face of challenges, and care and support others within the team
- You’ll need to be highly motivated and bought into the success of the team
It would be great if you also have
- Experience of working within a CPG or retail organisation
- In-depth knowledge of specific IT retail environments
- Experience of project management systems e.g. MS Project, KeyedIn, Wrike
Hybrid Working – 3 days in office, 2 days from home
We currently operate a fixed hybrid working approach for Support Office team members with a mix of remote and office-based working. Our set office days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday with team members able to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.
Our benefits
- Boots Retirement Savings Plan
- Generous employee discount plus enhanced discounts for Boots brands, Boots Opticians and Boots Hearingcare
- Excellent onsite facilities including staff shop, opticians (including free eye tests for team members), gym, cafeteria and outdoor seating
- We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that go beyond salary and offer flexibility to suit you; click here to view our full list of company benefits (all rewards and benefits are subject to change and eligibility).
What’s next?
If your application is successful, our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have not been successful on this occasion, you will be notified by email.
We are always open to discussing possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you, including job share and reduced hours. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to enable you to be at your best.
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