Project Manager

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement organization is seeking a Project Manager in Chertsey to lead transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in project management, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders. This role offers competitive salary and benefits in a fast-paced environment focused on meaningful change and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Experience in leading transformation or integration projects.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Structured planning and prioritisation under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project workstreams across transformation programmes.
• Plan and deliver projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Produce actionable reporting on milestones and progress.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical and problem-solving ability

Education

Relevant certifications (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP)

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Smartsheet

Trello

Job description

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Job Introduction
Project Manager

Location: Chertsey
Reports to: Integration & Change Director
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Drive Transformation. Deliver Growth.

Are you a dynamic project manager ready to lead impactful change in one of the UK's leading procurement organisations? At Foodbuy, we're looking for a Project Manager to join our Integration & Change team, supporting exciting growth and integration initiatives that shape the future of our business.
About Foodbuy

Foodbuy is the procurement arm of Compass Group UK & Ireland, managing over £2bn in annual spend across food and non-food categories - with ambitious plans to grow by another £1bn in the coming years. With a track record of acquiring multiple purchasing organisations, we're driving transformation at pace, and our project managers play a critical role in ensuring success.
What You'll Do

As Project Manager, you'll lead end-to-end project workstreams across Foodbuy's transformation and integration programmes. You'll:

• Plan, manage, and deliver projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Monitor performance, proactively identifying risks and implementing solutions.
• Produce clear and actionable reporting on deliverables, milestones, and progress.
• Foster collaboration across cross-functional workstreams, ensuring clear communication and alignment.
• Maintain complete and accurate project documentation using tools such as Smartsheet, Trello, and Microsoft Office.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, managing concerns and engaging them in key decisions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project methodologies and governance.

About You

We're looking for a confident, organised project professional who thrives in fast-paced, complex environments. You'll bring:

• Proven experience in leading transformation or integration projects.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, able to influence at all levels.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, PRINCE2, Waterfall) and tools (MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, Trello).
• A structured approach to planning, prioritisation, and decision-making under pressure.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, AgilePM, CAPM) or commitment to ongoing professional development.

Why Join Us?

At Foodbuy, you'll be part of a team that drives meaningful change in a FTSE 100 organisation. You'll work on high-profile projects that deliver value, efficiency, and innovation across the business - while developing your skills and career in a supportive and collaborative environment.