Automation Programme Manager -Warehousing

Greencore; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the UK seeks an Automation Projects Manager to transform logistics through innovative automation solutions. The role includes leading design projects, engaging with stakeholders, and improving ROI in warehouse operations. Ideal candidates should have over 3 years of experience in warehouse automation and a degree in a relevant field. The position offers competitive salary, benefits, and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and job-related benefits

Pension up to 8% matched

Life insurance up to 4x salary

Company share save scheme

Exclusive employee discount platform

Enhanced parental leave policies

Car allowance

Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in warehouse automation.
• Proven track record in designing and implementing automation solutions.
• Familiarity with Health & Safety compliance for equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of automation solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to scope and document projects.
• Identify and evaluate suppliers for automation initiatives.

Skills

Warehouse automation experience

Understanding of WMS and ERP systems

Commercial acumen

Influencing and engagement skills

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Why Greencore?

We're a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and our purpose is to make everyday taste better. We're a vibrant, fast-paced leading food manufacturer. Employing 13,300 colleagues across 16 manufacturing units and 17 distribution depots across the UK. We supply all the UK's food retailers with everything from Sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals, and in FY24, we generated revenues of 1.8bn. Our vast direct-to-store (DTS) distribution network, comprising of 17 depots nationwide, enables us to make over 10,500 daily deliveries of our own chilled and frozen produce and that of third parties. Location is flexible as you will be covering multiple depots.

What You'll Be Doing

As our Automation Projects Manager - Warehousing, you'll be at the forefront of shaping the future of logistics across the Group. You'll lead the design and development of cutting-edge automation solutions, working closely with internal teams and external partners to deliver impactful, scalable systems.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to scope, design, and document automation projects.


• Create detailed User Requirement Specifications (URS) and Capital Request documentation.


• Identify and evaluate suppliers, maintaining a robust network of automation partners.


• Develop bespoke automation solutions aligned with Group strategy and ROI targets.


• Support project handovers to the Capital Projects Team and future deployments.


• Maintain a pipeline of automation initiatives to drive continuous improvement.


• Engage with site leadership teams to ensure alignment and adoption.


• Work with Procurement and Opex teams to identify benefits and secure funding.

Your Impact Will Be Measured By

• Successful delivery of automation designs and documentation.


• Strength of relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.


• ROI and efficiency improvements across warehousing and logistics.


• Quality and consistency of automation standards across the Group.

What We're Looking For

At Greencore we put our people at the core. We celebrate their differences and help everyone to be themselves at work. Together we make every day taste better.

• Degree-level education or equivalent in a relevant field.


• 3+ years' experience in warehouse automation.


• Strong understanding of WMS and ERP systems.


• Proven track record in designing and implementing automation solutions.


• Commercial acumen and ability to assess cost-effectiveness.


• Familiarity with Health & Safety compliance for equipment.


• CAD software experience (preferred).


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Project tools.


• Ability to influence and engage senior leadership teams.

If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success.

What you\'ll get in return

• Competitive salary and job-related benefits


• Holidays


• Pension up to 8% matched


• Life insurance up to 4x salary


• Company share save scheme


• Greencore Qualifications


• Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform


• Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform


• Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies


• PMI spouse cover


• Car allowance


• Bonus

Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career.

If you\'re excited by the challenge of transforming logistics through smart technology and strategic thinking, we'd love to hear from you.