Programme Manager - 18mth FTC

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

Benefits offered by this job

Car Allowance

Hybrid work model

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Private healthcare

30 days annual leave

Performance bonus

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Programme Manager to lead high-profile transformation and strategic change across enterprise level in a large international manufacturing business investing in operational excellence.

You will manage end-to-end programmes, oversee systems implementations, drive change management, and report to senior stakeholders. The role offers a 50/50 hybrid working model and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Problem solving

Cross-functional leadership

Job description

• Lead high-profile transformation and strategic change at enterprise level.
• Join an organisation heavily investing in Technology & Operational Excellence

About Our Client

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.

Job 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.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Programme Manager should have:

• 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.

What's on 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