Project Specialist

Travail Employment Group; Shoreham-by-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic logistics business in Shoreham-by-Sea is seeking a Project Specialist to lead transformation initiatives. This hybrid role involves managing projects across various departments, ensuring effective planning and execution. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and experience in logistics.

Benefits

28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience across multiple business functions.
• Understanding of Prince2 or equivalent methodologies.
• Experience with WMS or ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering multiple cross-functional projects.
• Creating and maintaining project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Managing project risks and dependencies.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

Prince2

WMS

ERP Systems

Job description

Project Specialist

Up to £35,000 p/a DOE, Shoreham-by-Sea (hybrid with travel to Burgess Hill), 40 hours Monday to Friday, Temporary with potential to go permanent, 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays, Pension scheme.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Project Specialist to join a dynamic logistics business undergoing an exciting period of transformation. Reporting to the Business Transformation Manager, you will be instrumental in delivering key projects that support operational change and improvement across the organisation. This is a hybrid role based primarily in Shoreham-by-Sea, with occasional travel to the Burgess Hill warehouse.

You will manage and deliver a variety of transformation initiatives including client onboarding and offboarding, Warehouse Management System (WMS) migrations, and client warehouse relocations. The successful candidate will collaborate with stakeholders across Operations, IT, HR, and Commercial teams to ensure effective project planning and execution.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and delivering multiple cross-functional projects


• Creating and maintaining project plans, timelines, and budgets


• Managing project risks and dependencies using Prince2 or similar methodologies


• Tracking progress and ensuring delivery within scope


• Collaborating with key stakeholders across various departments


• Hosting project meetings and updates for internal and senior teams


• Supporting the creation of project documentation and reporting structures


• Driving continuous improvement and standardisation of processes


• Ensuring alignment of projects with overall business transformation goals

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have proven project management experience across multiple business functions and a solid understanding of Prince2 or equivalent methodologies. The ability to manage concurrent projects in a fast-paced logistics environment is highly desirable, alongside strong stakeholder communication skills and a problem-solving mindset. Experience with WMS or ERP systems, and a background in operational change or digital implementations will be advantageous.

This role could suit someone who has worked as a Project Coordinator, Change Analyst, or Transformation Officer.

Company Information

This growing logistics business prides itself on delivering reliable and efficient services to a wide client base. With a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement, the organisation values collaboration, high standards, and a people-centred culture. You'll be part of a team that embraces change and works together to drive meaningful transformation.

Package

Up to £35,000 p/a DOE

Shoreham-by-Sea location with hybrid working

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Temporary role with potential for permanent employment

Paid weekly

28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

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