Programme Manager

Foodbuy; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail solutions firm seeks an experienced Programme Manager to lead transformative initiatives in Smart Retail. This role involves defining programme governance, overseeing multiple projects, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of programme management experience, strong leadership, and strategic thinking skills. Offering a competitive salary and remote working flexibility, this is an opportunity to shape the future of the business while enjoying career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Remote/mobile working flexibility

Career growth opportunities

Impactful leadership role

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in programme management in complex, multi-project environments.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication abilities and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Define programme governance and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Oversee interconnected projects and manage interdependencies.
• Control budgets and maximize ROI across the programme.
• Identify risks, resolve issues, and report to stakeholders.
• Act as the key link between executives and delivery teams.
• Drive change management across the organization.

Skills

Programme management

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Degree-level education

Certification in MSP or PgMP

Tools

PRINCE2

Job description

Programme Manager Amplifi (Smart Retail Division of Compass Group UK&I)

Competitive Salary + Benefits | (Remote/Mobile Working)

Amplifi is the Smart Retail arm of Compass Group UK&I, delivering innovative unattended retail solutions and driving growth through a dynamic buy-and-build strategy. As we integrate multiple operating companies and scale rapidly, we’re seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead strategic, technological, and operational initiatives that shape the future of Smart Retail.

Why Join Us?

• Impact at Scale - Your work will influence major transformation projects across a fast-growing business.
• Strategic Leadership - Drive programmes that align with Compass Group’s long-term vision.
• Flexibility & Autonomy - Remote/mobile working with the backing of a global leader.
• Career Growth - Be part of a sector that’s expanding rapidly, creating new opportunities.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Define programme governance and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Oversee multiple interconnected projects, managing interdependencies and progress.
• Control budgets, allocate resources, and maximize ROI across the programme.
• Identify and mitigate risks, resolve issues, and report to senior stakeholders.
• Act as the key link between executives, delivery teams, and external partners.
• Drive change management and embed new ways of working across the organisation.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in programme management (5+ years), ideally in complex, multi-project environments.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Knowledge of programme and project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2).
• Financial acumen for budgeting and cost control.
• Degree-level education and relevant certifications (MSP, PgMP, or similar) preferred.

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Remote/mobile working flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead high-impact programmes in a rapidly growing sector.
• Work with a global leader and shape the future of Smart Retail.

Ready to lead transformation? Join Amplifi and play a pivotal role in delivering strategic growth and innovation.

Apply today and be part of our journey!