Junior Project Manager

Junior Project Manager  - European Supply Chain & Merchandising Technology Team 

Sysco Europe (whose European operating companies include Sysco GB Sysco Ireland Sysco France & Menigo in Sweden) are recruiting for aJunior Project Manager to join the European Outbound Technology functional area within the European Supply Chain & Merchandising Technology Team on afixed term (12 months) full-time basis reporting into the Functional Lead.  

This role is required to project manage technology initiatives that support our European Outbound Technology functional area and ensure that they meet the outcomes defined by the business aligned to our strategic goals. This role will be required to lead projects that span across Europe with both internal/external resources in a matrix organisation and therefore travel to our European sites will be required. 

The role sits at the heart of the project delivery lifecycle and is responsible implementation of solutions and successful transition into BAU service operations. The role is accountable for the project being delivered to time scope and budget and projects will be delivered using the defined PMO project delivery methodology. 

This role is offering flexible hybrid working (1-2 days per week) from your local sitefor team collaboration and meetings so you must be with in a commutable distance. 

Ability to speak French would be an advantage though it is not a requirement for the role

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:  

• Lead plan and manage the delivery of requirements ensuring scope is maintained and delivers to the objectives outlined by the sponsor. 
• Ensure project delivery meets governance standards i.e. adherence to project delivery methodology RAID logs etc 
• Ensure personal knowledge and exposure to business change opportunities remains up to date appropriate and relevant. 
• Progress prioritised project ideas and translate them into a clear technology scope/design for approval supporting business case development 
• Lead plan and manage the delivery of the requirements ensuring delivery scope is maintained and that the overall technology solution meets the business objectives 
• Definition and management of an effective communication plan 
• Ensure project delivery meets governance standards protecting the boundaries of the baseline plan and effectively managing change control 
• Budget creation and control 
• Managing resources ensuring there is adequate capacity/ability in the team and project timelines 
• Successfully implement the change into BAU business operations and service management team ensuring it meets project success criteria 
• Management and escalation of Risks Issues Dependencies 
• Stakeholder management up to Exec level 

About you: 

As a Junior Project Manager you will have end to end IT Project Management experience in the delivery of complex technical projects in a fast paced/time critical environment. To be successful in this role you will have change management experience coupled with experience of deploying technologies across multiple sites and projects using Agile and Waterfall methodologies. You will also have a detailed understanding of business processes stakeholder management and management of multiple 3rd party system integrators. Its essential to have strong presentation and communication skills for this role so a good understanding of Microsoft Office suite is needed. You will also negotiate and build consensus whilst influencing team members and have a knowledge of functional areas of production warehouse merchandising and finance. 

Additional Information :

At Sysco International everyone is welcome. We dont want you to fit our culture we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We dont just look at your CV were more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Sysco International and we recognise that Sysco International can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. Well do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time