Home-based, or can be based from any of our Co-op Depots
We're looking for a visionary and driven Infrastructure General Manager to lead the transformation of our depot infrastructure across the UK. If you thrive on solving complex challenges, influencing strategic decisions, and creating spaces that power operational excellence, then this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
In this pivotal role, you'll lead the planning, design, and delivery of new depots and infrastructure that will support our logistics network for the next 20 plus years. You'll be the critical link between construction experts and operational teams, ensuring every space is smart, sustainable, and built to perform.
What you'll do
Partner with senior leaders and external specialists to align depot design with long-term business goals
Translate operational needs into innovative, practical infrastructure plans
Design layouts that enhance flow, safety, and productivity
Influence investment decisions with compelling design proposals
Drive cost efficiencies and operational improvements through smart infrastructure
Lead seamless transitions from legacy sites to future-ready facilities
Champion collaboration between construction and logistics teams
Stay ahead of industry trends and bring fresh thinking to every project
Build and lead a high-performing team that delivers results
This role would suit people who have
Proven experience of leading large-scale, multi-year infrastructure projects
Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
A deep understanding of logistics, supply chain, and warehouse operations
Expertise in warehouse design, transport flows, inventory systems, and automation
Confidence in navigating complex project governance and frameworks
Why Co-op?
At Co-op, we're owned by our members. And because we're owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you're not just taking a job, you're joining a movement. We're an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we're powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you'll also receive:
An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
Private healthcare for you and your family
Access to a subsidised onsite gym (at our Manchester HQ)
Coaching and training to support your career development
Wagestream app - giving you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn
Building a diverse environment
We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.
We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.
If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.
You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process
You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme at Disability Confident Scheme - Co-op Colleagues and more about our commitments to diversity and inclusion at Diversity and Inclusion
Please note that we may close applications for this role early.
As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes up to 50 minutes. If you're a current Co-op colleague, this does not need to be completed.
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