Senior Technical Project Manager (18 month fixed term contract)

dunnhumby is the global leader in Customer Data Science partnering with the worlds most ambitious retailers and brands to put the customer at the heart of every decision. We combine deep insight advanced technology and close collaboration to help our clients grow innovate and deliver measurable value for their customers.

dunnhumby employs nearly 2500 experts in offices throughout Europe Asia Africa and the Americas working for transformative iconic brands such as Tesco Coca-Cola Nestlé Unileverand Metro.

At dunnhumby were on a mission to put the Customer First. Were proud to partner with Tesco on one of the most ambitious retail transformation programmes in the market combining data science technology and collaboration to drive meaningful change at scale.

Were now looking for a Lead Technical Programme Manager/Senior Technical Project Manager to join us on an 18-month fixed-term contract playing a critical role in delivering a large complex and businesscriticaltransformation programme.

Whatyoullbe working on

Youlllead a key technical workstream within a wider client-led transformation programme working closely withclientanddunnhumbycross-functional teams (Product Engineering Data Science).

This is a highly visible role whereyoullbring structure to complexityaligning stakeholders driving delivery and ensuring weoperateas one cohesive team.

Whatyoulldo

• Lead the end-to-end deliveryof a complex technical programme workstream within a major retail transformation

• Own and drive delivery plans ensuring alignment across dh and Tesco stakeholders

• Operate in an agile environment embedding best practices and continuously improving ways of working

• Navigate ambiguity shaping delivery approaches where scope and requirements are evolving

• Build strong credible relationshipswith senior client stakeholders ensuring alignment and accountability

• Coordinate across Product Engineering DataScienceand Infrastructure teamsto deliver integrated solutions

• Identifyand mitigate risks proactively managing dependencies trade-offs and escalation points

• Influence technical decision-making balancing delivery constraints with long-term value

• Support budget planning and resource alignmentin partnership with cross-functional teams

• Champion delivery excellence coaching teams and promoting effective programme management practices

Whatwerelooking for

• Proven experience as aTechnical Programme Manager or Senior Technical Project Managerwithin complex environments

• Strongstakeholder management skills with confidence engaging senior client stakeholders (ideally within large enterprise organisations)

• Experience deliveringlarge-scaletechnicalprogrammesof work ideally withinretail CPG or data-driven businesses

• Solid understanding oftechnical delivery(engineering data platforms or product ecosystems)

• Experience working inagile environments with the ability to blend agile and traditional programme methodologies where needed

• Strong ability tomanage ambiguitycomplexityand competing priorities

• Track recordofdriving alignment across multiple teams and disciplines

• Excellent communication influencing and problem-solving skills

What you can expect from us

We wont just meet your expectations. Well defy them. So youll enjoy the comprehensive rewards package youd expect from a leading technology company. But also a degree of personal flexibility you might not expect. Plus thoughtful perks like flexible working hours and your birthday off.

Youll also benefit from an investment in cutting-edge technology that reflects our global ambition. But with a nimble small-business feel that gives you the freedom to play experiment and learn.

And we dont just talk about diversity and inclusion. We live it every day with thriving networks including dh Gender Equality Network dh Proud dh Family dh One dh Enabled and dh Thrive as the living proof. We want everyone to have the opportunity to shine and perform at your best throughout our recruitment process. Please let us know how we can make this process work best for you.

Our approach to Flexible Working

At dunnhumby we value and respect difference and are committed to building an inclusive culture by creating an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work.

We believe that you will do your best at work if you have a work / life balance. Some roles lend themselves to flexible options more than others so if this is important to you please raise this with your recruiter as we are open to discussing agile working opportunities during the hiring process.

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