Job Description

Summary

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Job Reference: 255596BR
Nottingham Support Office


Permanent


37.5 Hours

Job Title:

IT Project Manager - Retail

Location

: Nottingham

Contract

: Perm

Recruiter:

Noaman Hussain




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About the role

The Project Manager role is an important position, responsible for the mobilisation and management of projects within a large investment portfolio supporting the Retail side of our business. This is a great opportunity to work at the heart of the business, delivering technology critical to Boots' performance. You will work collaboratively with key business users and other IT colleagues, in an interesting and engaging environment.


The projects you'll work on may take many forms, from implementing new technology in the Boots Customer Support Centre to making changes to the EPOS system in our shops. You'll scope out projects, making sure they are delivered and ensuring the correct project management processes are followed.




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Key responsibilities

The Project Manager contributes in the delivery of the IT2A transformation agenda and strategy. This includes delivering key projects, following project frameworks, assessing project risks & issues, and managing and tracking finances.


Specific responsibilities include:

Co-ordinating all aspects of the project to ensure delivery of customer and business objectives Bring together project team members from across the business and third-party organisations to build and deliver the project plan Lead the end-to-end project lifecycle, from planning, implementation, and evaluation of the projects Adhering to project management frameworks and standards within the team, including good financial governance Troubleshoot, solve and escalate issues



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What you'll need to have

You are experienced in project management (ideally PRINCE2 qualified). The key characteristics needed for the role are:

Experience managing IT projects end to end The ability to bring together project team members from across the business and third-party organisations to build and deliver the project plan Excellent stakeholder management skills You'll be a great communicator with an ability to build relationships You'll need to be resilient in the face of challenges, and care and support others within the team Understand and adherence to project management frameworks and standards within the team, including good financial governance You'll troubleshoot, problem-solve and escalate issues It would be great if you also have experience in Retail IT projects



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Our benefits

Boots Retirement Savings Plan Discretionary annual bonus Generous employee discounts Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more. Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme.

We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - find out more at boots.jobs/rewards. Exclusions may apply, eligible roles only. Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.




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Why Boots

At Boots, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. As the heart of everything we do at Boots, with you, we change for the better.




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What's next

Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide

reasonable adjustments

to help you to be at your best.


This role requires the successful candidate to complete a

Pre-employment check

after receiving an offer. Depending on your location you will be asked to submit either a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable groups) or an Access NI Check.


Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.


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