Senior Project Manager, Cheshire (Hybrid) c £70k plus benefits

DIB BVBA Heliowatt; Alderley Edge; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead transformative projects in a dynamic team environment. This role involves overseeing critical initiatives, managing a small team, and ensuring successful project delivery in a fast-paced setting. With a focus on ERP implementations and collaboration with cross-functional teams, this position offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology while enjoying a hybrid working model. If you are a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a passion for technology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Basic salary of £70,000

Up to 15% bonus

Pension

Healthcare

Life assurance

Fantastic onsite office facilities

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of project management experience, especially in ERP implementations.
• PMP or similar certification required, with a degree in IT or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end transformation and implementation projects.
• Manage project budgets and ensure timely delivery of milestones.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Agile Methodologies

Waterfall Methodologies

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Information Technology

PMP or similar certification

Tools

SAP HANA

ERP Systems

Power BI

Job description

Senior IT Project Manager, Cheshire (hybrid working)

Our highly successful long-standing client are looking to appoint a Senior IT Project Manager to join their expanding team, due to business growth and investment into technology.

This role will suit an experienced Senior Project Manager, who will have line management responsibility for a small (but growing) team, so mentoring experience is a must! The role will be hands-on for some of the more critical programmes, as well as overseeing/managing others. This is really a right-hand person for the Head of IT and Transformation, so operating at that senior level and having sound commercial acumen is also crucial.

Current projects span across back, middle, and front office, and this could include S/4 HANA, CRM, ERP, Power BI, and more!

Experience in retail, hospitality/related services is beneficial but not essential. Experience in a fast-moving company, likely a smaller team rather than a larger one, is preferred.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager with a strong background in leading and managing a variety of projects, including large-scale SAP/ERP implementation projects. The ideal candidate will have excellent project management skills and the ability to guide cross-functional teams in the successful delivery of complex projects on time and within budget for a Pan European services provider within the retail/hospitality sector.

There is an exciting technology transformation journey ahead for this growing yet established organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end transformation and implementation projects, including scope definition, resource allocation, scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
• Collaborate closely with ‘Group’ technology while remaining autonomous and leading on certain initiatives.
• Work effectively with internal business stakeholders and 3rd party suppliers to ensure successful project execution and alignment with business goals.
• Develop comprehensive project plans and ensure timely delivery of project milestones in accordance with business needs.
• Oversee the coordination of project resources, including teams from IT and stakeholders/other business areas such as Finance and HR as well as third-party vendors.
• Manage project budgets and ensure that financial and time constraints are adhered to throughout the project lifecycle.
• Act as the main point of contact for all project stakeholders, providing regular status updates, managing expectations, and mitigating risks.
• Perform project risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies as necessary.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to junior project managers and team members including Business Analysts.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements during the project execution phase.

Qualifications:

• Degree level education ideally in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar certification is required (e.g., Prince 2 / Agile methodologies).
• Minimum of 5-7 years of project management experience with at least 3-5 years of experience specifically in ERP implementations.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with ERP / SAP HANA, SAP S/4HANA.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery in complex IT environments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to manage cross-functional teams effectively.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Familiarity with cloud solutions and integrations is a plus.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with change management processes related to large-scale ERP implementations.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities simultaneously – very important!
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in ERP systems and project management.

Why Join Us?:

• The package comprises a basic of c. £70,000, up to 15% bonus, pension, healthcare, and life assurance. There are also fantastic onsite office facilities.
• Hybrid working (Cheshire based, but with London office and other European sites).
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects with leading-edge technology.
• Collaborative and dynamic team environment.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Based in Cheshire, this position is easily commutable from places such as Manchester, Stockport, Cheadle, Didsbury, Wilmslow, Macclesfield, Knutsford, Congleton and is only a short walk away from a train station.

First interviews are likely to take place week commencing 10th February.