Project Manager

Ocado Logistics; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days work from anywhere

Employee wellbeing programme

25 days holiday (27 after 5 years)

Pension plan with up to 7% match

Private medical cover, income & life保险

Family-friendly leave support

Discounts and shuttle services

Job summary

Ocado Logistics in Hatfield (Hybrid) is seeking a delivery-focused Project Manager to own large-scale, high-impact projects from concept through implementation with accountability for outcomes and budgets.

You will lead the full lifecycle, apply structured project management methodologies, drive execution, and manage senior stakeholders to deliver benefits in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Join a team that supports career growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering complex, large-scale transformation projects from inception to completion.
• Proven track record of forecasting high-value project budgets independently.
• Knowledge of structured project management methodologies (Prince2, APM, or PMI) desirable.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Leading the full project lifecycle: concept and business case development to final implementation and benefits realization.
• Embedding structured project management documentation for budgets, schedules, and risks.
• Driving project execution by managing scope, quality, and resources while mitigating dependencies.
• Managing stakeholders with senior internal and external partners, providing data-driven progress updates.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budget forecasting

Communication

Structured methodologies awareness

Job description

Why Ocado?

Here at Ocado Logistics it’s our mission to provide an outstanding customer experience for our partners, developing ground‑breaking technology, opening multiple sites at an accelerating rate and engaging in exciting new business partnerships around the world - changing the way the world shops, for good.

Job Description

Project Manager

Ocado Logistics | Hatfield (Hybrid) | Permanent, Full‑Time

We are the beating heart of our UK business and comprise a network of cutting‑edge warehouses and offices across the country that ensure that we optimise the experience and use our proprietary technology across the supply chain to deliver an exceptional shopping experience. At the same time delivering bags of possibilities for our employees and a career that will ensure no two days are ever the same.

About The Role

We are seeking a delivery‑focused Project Manager to take full ownership of large‑scale, high‑impact projects. This is a hands‑on, end‑to‑end role where you will lead complex projects from concept through to implementation, holding complete accountability for outcomes and independently managing significant, high‑value budgets.

You Will Be

• Leading the full project lifecycle: Managing everything from initial concept and business case development to final implementation and benefits realisation.
• Applying structured methodologies: Embedding a strong understanding of technical project management frameworks to maintain best‑in‑class documentation on budgets, schedules, and risks.
• Driving project execution: Managing scope, quality, and resources effectively while proactively mitigating complex dependencies.
• Managing stakeholders: Building strong partnerships with senior internal and external stakeholders, providing clear, data‑driven progress updates.

About You

• Proven experience delivering complex, large‑scale transformation projects from inception to completion within a previous Project Manager position.
• Demonstrable track record of independently managing and forecasting high‑value project budgets.
• A strong understanding and practical awareness of structured Project Management methodologies (a Prince2, APM, or PMI qualification is highly desirable).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to navigate competing priorities.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with the ability to operate effectively in fast‑paced environments.

What You Can Expect To Receive In Return

At Ocado, we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Join us and enjoy a collaborative atmosphere alongside an award‑winning benefits package.

• Flexible Work: Enjoy a 30 days 'work from anywhere' policy for a balanced life.
• Wellbeing Support: Access dedicated apps and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Generous Leave: Begin with 25 days holiday (growing to 27 after 5 years), with an option to buy more.
• Pension Plan: Secure your future with up to a 7% employer contribution match.
• Healthcare & Protection: Rest easy with comprehensive private medical cover, Income Protection, and Life Insurance.
• Family‑Friendly: Great support for maternity, adoption, shared parental, and paternity leave.
• Perks & Discounts: Enjoy a 15% discount on Ocado.com, high street savings, share schemes, and free shuttle services to the office.

Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, civil partnership status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, disability or union membership status.