Distribution Automation Programme Manager

What’s in it for you

We’re all about the little helps. That’s why we give our wonderful colleagues bags of benefits. Including wellbeing services, an award-winning pension scheme and much, much more, our colleague reward package keeps on giving. And helps make every day a little better for you and your family. These include but are not limited to:

• Annual bonus scheme of up to 45% of base salary
• Car allowance of £7,320 per annum
• Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays)
• Buy holiday salary sacrifice scheme (for salaried roles)
• Private medical insurance
• Retirement savings plan - save between 6% - 10% and Tesco will contribute 1.5 times this amount
• Life Assurance - 5 x contractual pay
• 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 years’ service) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay, we also offer 4 weeks fully paid paternity leave
• The right to request flexible working from your first day with us
• Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeing
• A Colleague Clubcard for you & a family member (after 3 months of service), giving you access to lots of discounts in-store & online
• Access to our colleague networks providing a space for colleagues to come together from a range of backgrounds. For more information about our colleague networks please click here

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About the role

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Tesco, we always welcome chats about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. Please talk to the Hiring Manager about how they can support you.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Distribution Automation Programme Manager to join our Distribution and Transformation team!

You will strive to deliver initiatives that make our operations simpler for colleagues, better for customers and cheaper for Tesco. Saving to invest to meet our long-term growth ambitions!

You will be responsible for

• Leading the development and execution of automation installation and design programmes – phase 1 is a 4-year programme
• Working closely with partners (engineering, operations, IT, People, Legal) to understand automation requirements and develop efficient solutions
• Designing and developing detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets
• Capital budget of up to £300m
• Installation and supporting the launch of projects
• Reporting and stakeholder management within Distribution, Property and Technology
• Leading and mentor a team responsible for installation and commissioning
• Leading all aspects of the procurement of all vital equipment and materials for automation projects
• Working with legal and procurement to ensure contract and pricing are in line with expectations
• Ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and standards during installation
• Managing project risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Conducting project reviews and report on progress to senior management including the Exec
• Staying up-to-date on the latest automation technologies and trends

You will need

• Minimum 3 years of experience in managing automation projects, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Proven experience in creating and implementing automation solutions
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g. PMP)
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and handle Solid understanding of automation software and hardware (desirable)

Operational Skills

• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to root cause complex problems
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Breakdown and improve company processes
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Managing and influencing stakeholders

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About us

Our vision at Tesco is to become every customer's favourite way to shop, whether they are at home or out on the move. Our core purpose is ‘Serving our customers, communities and planet a little better every day’. Serving means more than a transactional relationship with our customers. It means acting as a responsible and sustainable business for all stakeholders, for the communities we are part of and for the planet.

We are proud to have an inclusive culture at Tesco where everyone truly feels able to be themselves. At Tesco, we not only celebrate diversity, but recognise the value and opportunity it brings. We're committed to creating a workplace where differences are valued, and make sure that all colleagues are given the same opportunities. We’re proud to have been accredited Disability Confident Leader and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, please click here.

We’re a big business and we can offer a range of diverse full-time & part-time working patterns across our many business areas, which means that we can find something that works for you.  We work in a more blended pattern -combining office and remote working. Our offices will continue to be where we connect, collaborate and innovate.