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Project Manager - AutomationGleeson Recruitment Group • Rotherham, South Yorkshire, UK
Project Manager - Automation

Project Manager - Automation

Gleeson Recruitment Group • Rotherham, South Yorkshire, UK
7 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Gleeson is proud to partner with a Global Automation Business currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to spearhead strategic growth initiatives.

This pivotal role offers the opportunity to oversee complex, high-value projects spanning transport, warehousing, supply chain, and advanced automation, ensuring the business continues to scale with agility and precision.

Job Title: Project ManagerWork type : North UKSalary: £60,000 + Benefits

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead projects end to end, from initiation and planning through delivery and post-implementation review
  • Establish clear project scope, milestones, timelines, and resource plans
  • Ensure adherence to project governance frameworks and reporting requirements
  • Serve as the main point of contact for allocated projects
  • Develop and sustain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including Commercial, Supply Chain, Finance, and IT teams
  • Convert business and customer needs into well-defined project outcomes and deliverables
  • Support product range management and full product lifecycle activities, including new product introductions
  • Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to deliver timely, commercially viable product launches
  • Contribute to purchasing and procurement initiatives that enhance value and operational efficiency
  • Identify, evaluate, and mitigate project risks such as budget pressures, supplier delays, or resourcing constraints
  • Proactively address issues to minimise commercial and operational disruption
  • Monitor performance against KPIs, budgets, and delivery schedules
  • Produce clear project updates and summary reports for senior stakeholders
  • Leverage data and insights to inform decisions and support continuous improvement

Ideal Experience:

  • Demonstrated experience in a Project Management role, ideally within FMCG, retail, or distribution sectors
  • Excellent organisational skills, with experience managing multiple projects
  • Experience working with suppliers and managing product lifecycles
  • Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile, PMP)

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