Programme Manager - 18Mth FTC

Michael Page; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car Allowance

50/50 hybrid working model

Comprehensive pension scheme

Life insurance

Private healthcare coverage

30 days annual leave per year

Performance-related bonus

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Programme Manager to lead complex business transformation across a large international manufacturing organisation. You will manage strategic programmes, oversee systems implementations, and drive change through cross-functional teams in a hybrid working model.

The role requires strong problem-solving, planning, and stakeholder communication skills, with a focus on delivering measurable productivity and performance improvements across global operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in programme management within FMCG.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Experience in systems implementation.
• Knowledge of data analytics to support decision-making.
• Expertise in managing organisational change and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end management of strategic programmes, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.
• Oversee systems implementation projects, ensuring seamless integration into existing processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive change management initiatives and ensure stakeholder alignment.
• Utilise data and analytics to measure programme progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Coordinate with manufacturing teams to ensure alignment with operational requirements.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with programme delivery.
• Prepare and deliver regular reports and updates to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Programme management

Manufacturing processes

Systems implementation

Data analytics

Change management

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Project planning

Cross-functional leadership

Job description

This Programme Manager will lead complex business transformation and operational improvement across a large international manufacturing organisation, ensuring strategic initiatives are delivered on time, within budget, and with measurable business impact. The role combines programme leadership, stakeholder engagement, systems implementation, and change management to drive improvements in productivity, technology adoption, and operational performance.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a large international manufacturing business that supplies essential everyday consumer products to major retailers and brands across multiple markets. The organisation operates a complex network of manufacturing sites and is investing significantly in operational excellence, digital transformation, and business-wide change programmes to improve efficiency, productivity, and long-term growth.

The business has an established Transformation function responsible for delivering strategic change across manufacturing operations, systems, and business processes. With a sizeable portfolio of programmes underway, this role offers the chance to work on high-impact initiatives, collaborate with senior stakeholders across functions, and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the organisation.

Description

• Lead the end-to-end management of strategic programmes, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.
• Oversee systems implementation projects, ensuring seamless integration into existing processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive change management initiatives and ensure stakeholder alignment.
• Utilise data and analytics to measure programme progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Coordinate with manufacturing teams to ensure alignment with operational requirements.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with programme delivery.
• Prepare and deliver regular reports and updates to senior stakeholders.

Profile

• Proven experience in programme management within the FMCG or a related industry.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Experience in Systems Implementation.
• Solid understanding of data and analytics to support decision-making.
• Expertise in managing organisational change and stakeholder communication.
• Excellent problem-solving and project planning skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively.

Job Offer

• £75,000 - £85,000 per annum.
• Car Allowance.
• 50/50 hybrid working model.
• Comprehensive pension scheme.
• Life insurance.
• Private healthcare coverage.
• 30 days annual leave per year.
• Performance-related bonus.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

Closing Date : Friday 18th September

Interviews : w/c 28th September