Project Manager

ManpowerGroup Talent Solutions; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup Talent Solutions is seeking a Project Manager for Warehouse Automation (Hybrid, UK). You will transform complex automation concepts into fully operational warehouse systems, leading cross‑functional teams and ensuring performance targets are met.

You will manage project delivery from sales handoff to customer handover, maintain stakeholder relationships, assess risks, and drive timely, high‑quality outcomes across international contexts.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical, industrial, logistics, business, or related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience in intralogistics or automation.
• Knowledge of PMI, Prince2, IPMA; certification preferred.
• Experience in material handling; AutoStore familiarity is a plus.
• Solid understanding of intralogistics and logistics processes.
• Experience working in an international environment.
• Strong health and safety knowledge.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Basic electrical and data networking knowledge.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver high‑impact automation projects
• Drive the transition from sales phase to full project execution
• Establish strong project structure from kick‑off through milestones, updates, and critical deadlines
• Build and maintain relationships with key customer stakeholders
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure timely and high‑quality delivery
• Act as the connector across all contributors, ensuring alignment and clarity
• Take full financial responsibility for project performance
• Provide regular status and progress reporting to project teams and stakeholders
• Guide customers through project completion and handover to Customer Success

Skills

PM methodologies

International exposure

Engineering drawings

Electrical & networking basics

Health & safety

English proficiency

Intralogistics/automation

PM experience

Material handling knowledge

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, logistics, business, or related fields

Job description

Project Manager – Warehouse Automation (Hybrid, UK)

Do you thrive on turning complex projects into seamless success stories? We’re looking for a driven and results‑focused Project Manager to join our growing UK team.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in transforming conceptual automation solutions into fully operational, high‑performing warehouse systems. Working closely with customers and cross‑functional expert teams, you’ll ensure our automation projects deliver maximum impact. This is your opportunity to lead the implementation of innovative technologies that are reshaping the future of warehouse automation.

About the Company

You’ll join a global leader in intelligent warehouse automation with nearly four decades of experience and operations across 30+ countries. The organization is known for delivering cutting‑edge automation solutions powered by advanced technology, robotics, and AI‑driven software. With a strong people‑centric culture and a proven track record in intralogistics, the company helps businesses boost efficiency, accuracy, and scalability through tailored automation systems.

Responsibilities

Lead and deliver high‑impact automation projects

• Drive the transition from sales phase to full project execution.
• Establish strong project structure from kick‑off through milestones, updates, and critical deadlines.
• Build and maintain relationships with key customer stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure timely and high‑quality delivery.
• Act as the connector across all contributors, ensuring alignment and clarity.
• Take full financial responsibility for project performance.
• Provide regular status and progress reporting to project teams and stakeholders.
• Guide customers through project completion and handover to Customer Success.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, logistics, business, or related fields.
• 5+ years of project management experience, ideally in intralogistics or automation technology.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (PMI, Prince, IPMA); certification preferred.
• Experience in the material handling industry; familiarity with AutoStore is an advantage.
• Solid understanding of intralogistics and logistics processes.
• Experience working in an international environment.
• Strong understanding of health & safety requirements.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Basic electrical and data networking knowledge.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written).