Project Manager - Business Improvement

Project Manager - Business Improvement

Location: Leeds , West Yorkshire Salary: From 20,000 to 30,000 per annum Plus excellent benefits package Date posted: 21/05/2012 11:08 Job type:Permanent Company: ASDA STORES LTD Contact: Asda House People Team Ref: Totaljobs/94692BR Job ID: 53652530

The Process Improvement Team is responsible for developing and implementing major change and strategic programmes within the ASDA Store Operations part of the business - process, replenishment, store warehouses, systems and home shopping process. In addition the team works collaboratively with the Trading, Supply and Distribution teams to land more complex cross functional Supply Chain initiatives. The team is accountable for improving availability for customers, simplifying store processes for colleagues and lowering store costs

At Asda were always looking for new ways to grow our business and improve our services for our customers. It means lots of exciting projects. And as a Project Manager here, youll have plenty to get your teeth into and considerable support as you do it. With us, youll find yourself working on projects that have a lasting impact across the business and gaining experience that will have a lasting effect on your career too.

The ins and outs

Planning and implementing specific projects Leading on development areas Ensuring communication between all parties involved Day to Day project management and retail ownership Full analysis of potential impacts and benefits Store visits, as required, to verify assumptions and capture feedback Building collaborative relationships with team in ASDA House and retail

What youll need

Be analytical & have an ability to collate & present data Experience of project management, with the ability to formulate and implement full project plans from concept to implementation Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build successful working relationships across different functional areas within ASDA House, as well as field retail teams Excellent communication skills Proven team work expertise A retail background and an understanding of store operations