Project Manager

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.  

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE

As part of the ICS Portfolio Delivery team, and a designated Programme, the Project Manager will lead the delivery of project made up of multiple interrelated workstreams across their entire lifecycle, from initiation through to closure. The Project Manager will oversee a team of Project Support Officers and Business Analysts, supplemented by contingency workers and internal matrixed employees to ensure the successful delivery of the project on time, within budget, and to a high-quality standard, ensuring alignment to scope with closely managed risks/issues and with a focus on meeting the Burberry defined objectives.

The specific focus for this role is network infrastructure delivery, working to meet our strategic goals and supporting a number of key stakeholders, you will be responsible for delivering a major change project which aims to reduce risk and build capability for the organisation. To achieve this, you will need to have a strong understanding of networking and Infrastructure best practices and be able to effectively communicate these to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Additionally, you will need to be able to manage and motivate a diverse team of professionals and ensure that they are delivering on their objectives within the agreed-upon timelines. Your success in this role will be measured by the overall successful delivery of the project for any given financial year.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute project plans, timelines, and budgets for the network refresh project.
• Participate in the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables.
• Manage the budget and ensure limits are not breached.
• Plan and supervise the installation of IT network / infrastructure equipment.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Manage project risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure successful delivery.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the project.
• Provide regular project updates to the Programme Manager and project stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of project requirements.
• Ensure that project documentation is accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Manage project resources, including personnel and equipment, to ensure that project goals are achieved.
• Conduct regular project reviews to evaluate progress against project goals and identify areas for improvement.

PERSONAL PROFILE

• Strong project management skills with a proven track record of successfully managing large, complex projects.
• APM Project Management certified (or similar) and experienced in delivery methodologies.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, terminology, key success factors, and methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a diverse team of professionals.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to identify, assess and mitigate risks and issues.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to manage internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing priorities.
• Proficient in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, or other similar tools.

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.

Posting Notes: United Kingdom || Not Applicable || Leeds || IT || ICS || n/a ||