Project Manager

Project Manager
Our Automation team in the UK is expanding! Were currently looking to hire an ambitious, highly driven-project manager who will be responsible for coordinating automation projects, ensuring their progress whilst collaborating with the rest of the team.

Employment Type: Full-time

Roles & Responsibilities:
Will be responsible to make changes to existing and newly implemented automation tools, to take them to the next level.
Ability to maintain focus on key business opportunities and apply necessary resources to accomplish objectives.
Actively pursues and maintains relationships beyond natural work team. Challenges the status quo and creates an environment that fosters out-of-the-box ideas. Entrepreneurial attitude.
Demonstrates a perspective and knowledge base that spans cross-functional areas. Thorough understanding of Customer Service and Sales Organisation, strategies, and policies.
Constantly searching for best practices. Views challenges and changes as opportunities. Is a leader in implementing change.
Strong strategic thinker with a high level of business maturity.
Strong organisational skills and exceptional time management skills.
Ability to excel within a team environment.
Strong and effective written communication, verbal communication, and presentation skills
Ability to look for creative solutions to business issues.
Ability to utilise technology to work smarter and improve the level of service to internal and external customers.
Good to have:
You are an ambitious and self-motivated professional.
You have a healthy competitive nature and always strive to do your best.
You are committed to learning every day and take personal pride in the work that you deliver.
You are calm under pressure, and you have a strong work ethic.
Multi-tasking comes easily to you, and you do not need to learn how to manage your time effectively.
Must have:
3-5 years of relevant business experience in Customer Service, Finance and Accounting, Supply Chain, Sales, Logistics, Industry specific (i.e. Financial Services, CPRD, Logistics etc) or related functions.
Experience of 5-8 years with at least 2 years working as an Automation Manager/Lead (preferred).
Must have a thorough knowledge of Client services, products, policies, procedures, and reporting systems.
Must have at least 3 years of management experience, including demonstrated ability to lead groups of people with varying responsibilities.
Must have knowledge and working experience of Project Management tools such as MS project and Project Management techniques such as Gantt Chart, Risk Register, Work Breakdown Structure, Kanban Boards etc.
Must demonstrate a high level of managerial ability, including analytical problem-solving skills, and planning/decision-making abilities.
Demonstrated analytical experience and utilization of Client reporting systems.
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Good analytical skills and communication skills are required.
Job Location: UK