Transformational Change Lead

3 weeks ago


Bury, Borough of Bury, United Kingdom JD Sports Full time

As a Programme Manager at JD Sports, you will play a pivotal role in driving transformational change across our organisation.

Leading one or more complex programmes of work, you will collaborate closely with senior stakeholders to design and deliver strategic initiatives that drive business benefit and growth. This will involve managing teams of Project Managers and Business Analysts on a matrix basis, ensuring programmes are adequately resourced and delivered on time and to the desired quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement programme plans that align with the company's strategic objectives
  • Manage project proposals, project initiation documents, and change requests to ensure quality and scope
  • Identify, manage, and mitigate programme-level risks and issues
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders to design and deliver transformational change activity

Requirements:

  • Extensive programme and project management experience in large, complex businesses
  • Previous experience in an omnichannel retail environment is highly advantageous
  • Prior experience in supply chain, logistics, and warehousing transformational change is a requirement
  • Experience in a matrix environment with dynamic resource allocation
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

About JD Sports:

As a leading omnichannel retailer of Sports Fashion, Street & Premium Fashion, Outdoors, and Gyms, JD Sports has over 60,000 colleagues across 3,400 stores globally. We are committed to being a people-first, digital leader, and customer-focused organisation, offering operational excellence and identifying new areas of growth. Join us in embracing an inclusive workplace culture where everyone can thrive, and let's shape the future of retail together

What We Offer:

  • Incremental holiday allowance
  • Staff discount on qualifying purchases across Group retail stores and online
  • Exclusive colleague bike discount scheme
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work

At JD Sports, we value our employees' hard work and dedication. We offer a range of benefits that make a real difference to our colleagues' lives. From incremental holiday allowance to staff discounts and personal development opportunities, we're committed to supporting our team members every step of the way.



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