Job Description

Job Title
Associate Project Manager
Location
Basingstoke, RG24 8UB GB

Nationwide, GB (Main)

About the role

Location:

Flexible UK however due to the requirement to attend London and project locations our ideal location would be South based

Salary:

43,000 to 50,000 - depending upon experience

Shift Pattern:

Monday - Friday 37.5 hours per week


This is a hybrid role balancing work from home with travel to our London office one day a week and an expected additional day a week at either a Gist or supplier site depending on project requirement.


As part of your role, your benefits include:


20% M&S discount on most things from furniture, fashion and food 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with length of service) Discounted rates on healthcare cash plan Attractive annual bonus scheme, based on M&S performance and personal objectives Auto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and life assurance (up to 4 times salary) Amazing perks and discounts via our App to major restaurants and retailers Access to a wide range of wellbeing support - including our Employee Assistance Programme Plus much, much more: Why work for us? | Gist Limited

Why Join Us

You'll play a pivotal role in delivering high-profile, complex projects that are shaping the future of our logistics network. Working closely with the Project Manager you'll take ownership of critical project workstreams and PMO initiatives, driving delivery from planning through to execution. You'll have the autonomy to influence processes, set priorities, and make decisions that directly impact successful outcomes.


We are looking for Associate Project Managers across two of our major transformation programmes. The first is the delivery of a 1.3 million sq ft National Distribution Centre at Daventry and the second is the delivery of our 390,000 sq ft Regional Distribution Centre in Avonmouth, Bristol. Beyond these flagship developments, you'll also contribute to a pipeline of upcoming and exploratory projects, helping to design and deliver a modern, scalable logistics network built for future growth.


If you're motivated by large-scale infrastructure, thrive in fast-moving environments, and want your work to make a visible, lasting impact, this role offers the challenge, exposure, and progression to take your project management career to the next level.

What You'll Be Doing

Own delivery of project workstreams, including scope and timelines. Plan, prioritise and coordinate activities across workstreams, managing actions, risks and issues within time and budget. Develop and maintain an integrated project plan aligned across all workstreams. Track project performance, assess deviations, and implement corrective actions. Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, providing clear and timely updates. Lead workshops and meetings to align cross-functional teams on objectives and deliverables. Proactively identify, log and manage project risks and issues, implementing new processes where required. Independently deliver supporting projects critical to programme success (e.g. operational readiness, technical testing, process validation). Lead assigned workstreams and forums with accountability to the Project Manager (e.g. chairing operational readiness forums). Drive project controls and process improvements, including budget review, reporting and design review initiatives. Deliver smaller sub-projects or feasibility assessments end-to-end, reporting on progress and timelines.

What We're Looking For

Demonstrated experience in project delivery and implementation, ideally on large-scale infrastructure or automation projects. Proficiency in project delivery methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and associated tools. Strong ability to exercise judgement across multiple workstreams, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and quality standards Strong reasoning and balanced judgement to support rational decision making (often under pressure). Stakeholder engagement and benefits realisation experience within complex programmes. Recognised Project Management accreditation (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, PMI) would be advantageous. Strong working experience of a Logistics, Retail, Food or Supply Chain background would be advantageous. If you have familiarity with automation technologies and their integration into logistics or supply chain operations and experience in risk management, this is advantageous but not essential.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Now's your chance to build a career that really moves. Apply today and start your journey with us!


We celebrate individuality and believe that diverse perspectives make us stronger. That is why we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and confident to be themselves. Bring your authentic self, unlock your full potential, and grow your career in an environment that champions you.


Don't wait -- we may close applications early once we reach capacity. Apply now and take the next step forward.

Our Internal Recruitment Team fulfil all vacancies on a direct basis. Unsolicited contact by unapproved agencies (sharing speculative CVs) will not be accepted and introductory fees will not apply.


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Recruiter
MacDonald, Lynsey (Recruitment Advisor - People, Safety & Culture)