This is a high-impact role where you will take an empty facility through to full operational go-live, managing all aspects of delivery including people, process, systems, and site infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
🚀 Project Delivery
Lead full project lifecycle from planning through to go-live and handover
Define scope, milestones, timelines, budget, and governance
Ensure delivery is on time, within budget, and to scope
🏗️ Warehouse Implementation
Oversee full warehouse setup including layout, racking, MHE, and safety systems
Coordinate site readiness and operational setup
⚙️ Systems & Technology
Lead implementation and integration of:
Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Order Management Systems (OMS)
ERP and automation technologies
Manage testing, cutover, and go-live activities
📦 Operational Design
* Develop and implement processes for:
* Inbound & receiving
* Inventory management
* Picking & packing
* Dispatch & returns
🤝 Stakeholder Management
Act as key point of contact for clients and internal teams
Manage cross-functional stakeholders including operations, IT, and suppliers
👥 Resource & Team Management
Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of warehouse staff
Manage third-party suppliers, contractors, and internal teams
⚠️ Risk & Compliance
Identify and mitigate project risks
Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety and regulatory standards
Establish KPIs and operational controls
🟣 Key Requirements
Proven experience delivering warehouse or logistics implementation projects
Strong understanding of eCommerce fulfilment and distribution operations
Experience with WMS, OMS, ERP systems and automation solutions
Track record of managing cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Strong project planning, governance, and reporting skills
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
🟡 Desirable
Experience in warehouse start-ups, site launches, or major transformations
Background in retail, eCommerce, 3PL, or FMCG environments
Project Management qualification (PRINCE2, PMP, APM)
🟢 What We’re Looking For
A delivery-focused Project Manager with strong leadership skills
Ability to balance strategic oversight with operational detail
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Proven ability to drive projects through to successful go-live
🔵 Why Apply?
Opportunity to lead a large-scale warehouse implementation project
Work with a leading retail/eCommerce client
Be part of a dynamic and growing logistics environment
Competitive salary and career progression opportunities
Salary description
£75000.00 - £100000.00 per year