This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in bringing products and packaging to market, managing multiple projects from concept through to launch. Working within a fast-paced environment, you will coordinate activity across a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, ensuring projects remain on track and critical milestones are achieved.
No two days are the same. You could be supporting a major brand refresh, implementing legislative changes, or coordinating product and packaging updates across multiple categories.
The Role
As Project Planner, you will be responsible for managing project timelines and critical paths, ensuring delivery deadlines are met while maintaining high standards throughout the process.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing projects through established project and brand delivery processes
Driving critical paths and monitoring project progress
Facilitating regular project meetings with stakeholders
Tracking milestones and proactively resolving potential delays
Building strong relationships with internal teams and external agency partners
Ensuring governance, compliance, and process standards are followed
Supporting and training colleagues on project processes and best practices
Championing continuous improvement and effective ways of working
About You
We are looking for an organised and proactive individual who thrives in a fast-moving environment and enjoys working with a variety of stakeholders.
You will ideally have:
Experience managing projects, timelines, or critical paths
Strong organisational and planning skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
The confidence to challenge and influence where required
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach
Good Excel skills
The ability to prioritise effectively and manage multiple deadlines
A collaborative, team-focused mindset
A positive, can-do attitude
What's on Offer
Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
Hybrid working model
Opportunity to work on high-profile product and brand projects
Exposure to a wide range of stakeholders and business functions
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Valuable experience within a leading UK business
Salary description
£31000.00 - £35000.00 per year