IT Program Manager

ABP Food Group; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing firm is seeking an IT Program Manager in Birmingham. This unique role involves overseeing change processes, leading diverse teams, and improving IT frameworks within the organization. Ideal candidates will have experience in IT project delivery, preferably in the food manufacturing sector, and possess excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive salary, private healthcare, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Company Car

KPI Lead Bonus

Private Healthcare

Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing multiple IT projects simultaneously.
• Experience within the Food/Manufacturing industry is ideal.
• Willingness to travel for project support.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of change activities using business processes.
• Lead project teams and ensure seamless delivery.
• Engage stakeholders and maintain clear communication.

Skills

IT Project Delivery

Agile methodologies

Communication skills

Team leadership

Process documentation

Education

Degree in IT-related discipline

Tools

Prince2

ITIL v4

Job description

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An incredible opportunity has arisen for a Program Manager to join and be part of a committed and well-established Technology team working for an award-winning Food Manufacturing leader. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your skillset as an ambitious technology leader who has a talent for effectively implementing change within a fast paced, dynamic environment. Do you have experience of implementing an effective PMO? Are you able to support agile and waterfall based delivery? Then look no further this is an opportunity that you absolutely need to explore further!

What can this role offer to you?

As the Program Manager, there will be no two days alike. You will be at the forefront of defining and building IT PMO and governance processes that enhance the operational framework. Your role will blend the disciplined approach of traditional Project Management with the agility of Scrum leadership. From ensuring the smooth delivery of project life-cycles to engaging stakeholders at every level, your mission is to elevate the IT landscape to new heights of efficiency and effectiveness.

Change within the business comes in many forms, from small change requests (adding functions to existing products), projects (implementing standard systems into third party ColdStores to track stock) and programmes (supporting the implementation of newly acquired sites into the business). Delivery is predominantly done by internal teams and we strive to use standard products, utilising offshore software development teams only to build solutions that provide us with competitive advantage. This is a role that will excite you by the breadth of the role, size of the business, and different approaches to delivery.

Your responsibilities include:

Overseeing and supporting overall delivery of all change activity using standard business change processes; this covers change requests, projects, and programmes which are implemented using an Agile (Scrum) or waterfall approach to delivery.

Spearheading project commitments and maintaining clear communication with sponsors and stakeholders.

Orchestrating the definition of project missions, goals, tasks, and resource requirements with a mix of strategic insight and agile responsiveness.

Leading diverse project teams, coordinating resources, and ensuring seamless delivery across multiple UK sites.

Identifying and implementing opportunities for improvement within the project management framework.

Managing relationships with business representatives and IT teams to translate and deliver business requirements into operational successes.

Liaising with external suppliers and contractors to ensure aligned and efficient project execution.

Create and share reports with the IT leadership team, identifying performance issues, process bottlenecks and suggest options and recommendations for improvement.

Review and enhance the current process designs and discuss recommendations with the IT Leadership team.

Perform personal administration, e.g., expenses, calendar, etc.

Who You Are:

You will ideally have previous experience within the Food/Manufacturing industry and have worked within different IT functions. Experience of leading an IT change function team is essential along with experience in process, documentation, and management of IT related risks.

You are the epitome of resilience and effectiveness, someone who:

Never gives up and is always driven by solutions while being cost-aware.

Executes tasks with precision and strives to get things right the first time.

Influences people at all levels through adept communication, listening, and adapting as needed.

Demonstrates exceptional teamwork, putting company-wide goals ahead of personal ambitions.

Exhibits strong leadership, motivating and developing teams to achieve their best.

Skills and Qualifications:

Proven experience in IT Project Delivery, preferably within the FMCG sector.

Expertise in managing multiple projects simultaneously, with a deep understanding of project management (Prince2) phases and AGILE Scrum methodologies.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Team player with the ability to work independently and collaboratively to solve problems.

Degree in an IT-related discipline is preferred, with ITIL v4 and Prince2 Practitioner level qualifications desirable.

Willingness to travel to other locations within the business to deliver and support projects.

Why Choose This Role?

Choosing this role means stepping into a career where your actions shape the future of the business. You will be immersed in an environment that values initiative, quality, and pragmatic decision-making.

This is your chance to lead, influence, and make a decisive impact on our projects and people.

What Do We Offer?

Competitive Salary

Company Car

KPI Lead Bonus

Private Healthcare

Hybrid Working

If you want to have an informal conversation about this role before applying, please email [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Food Production

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