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Food Programme Manager, Project Manager

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11d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You must have project management experience in the food industry, excellent communication skills, strong collaboration abilities, and a Project Management qualification, along with operational knowledge of food production.
  • You will lead food projects to manage surplus supplies, improve food rescue methods, engage stakeholders, and report on impacts to the Trust.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in project management, preferably in the food industry: manufacturing, retail, or related sector
  • Experience of delivering complex, collaborative projects, setting up and running new service improvement and/or service development projects, involving a range of stakeholders
  • Detail-oriented and analytical, with the ability sit across multiple projects at once and synthesise complex information for different audiences
  • Excellent written/verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate credibly with senior internal stakeholder and external partners including through the creation of written decks/briefings
  • Experience of collaborating across multiple teams and have strong prioritisation skills to align consensus around key goals and targets
  • Quick to learn new processes and technologies particularly within manufacturing, and to build the working relationships required to deliver fast, sustainable results
  • An understanding of technical & operational food production to ensure that manufacturers can process and package to BRC standards within their manufacturing schedule
  • Project Management qualification e.g. Agile, Prince

Responsibilities

  • As Programme Manager, you will lead various food projects.
  • The overall aim is a pioneering UK project exploring ways to manage the inconsistency of surplus food supplies and to prevent gluts of produce going to waste.
  • You will be central to this ongoing agility; leading and delivering important projects which improve flexibility and offer to the food industry.
  • The projects will take short life foods, particularly produce, and canning, freezing, juicing, and cooking them turning them into long life sources of nutrition for charities.
  • The aim is to increase the volume of accepted produce, expanding all year-round offering to communities.
  • The project has been running small scale trials for the first phase, and now we are seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial individual to take this project into the next phase, delivering a significant step change in the volume of food rescued over the upcoming UK harvests.
  • You will work closely with Account Managers in the Food Team to ensure that projects align with wider partnership plans, whilst being understood and engaged with by all relevant stakeholders.
  • Furthermore, you will be central in our continued reporting to the Trust on how their generous donation has helped save previously wasted food and supported communities.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Food Programme Manager position?

The salary range for the Food Programme Manager position is £30,000 - £38,000.

Is this position field-based?

Yes, this position is field-based and can be located anywhere in the UK, although travel to London and supplier locations across the UK will be required.

What experience is required for this role?

Proven experience in project management, preferably in the food industry, is required. Experience in delivering complex, collaborative projects is also essential.

What educational qualifications are preferred for this role?

While not explicitly required, a Project Management qualification such as Agile or Prince is preferred.

What types of projects will the Program Manager be leading?

The Program Manager will lead various projects aimed at managing surplus food supplies, including long-term storage methods like canning, freezing, and juicing.

Who will the Program Manager be collaborating with?

The Program Manager will work closely with Account Managers in the Food Team and will engage with a range of stakeholders, including senior internal stakeholders and external partners.

What skills are important for this role?

Important skills include being detail-oriented and analytical, effective communication (both written and verbal), strong prioritization and collaboration skills, and the ability to learn new processes and technologies quickly.

Is there a specific focus on sustainability in this role?

Yes, the role focuses on improving the flexibility and sustainability of the food supply chain, aiming to rescue and reduce food waste while supporting communities.

How quickly do candidates need to apply for this position?

Candidates are encouraged to apply promptly, as this is an immediate need for the organization.

What will be the impact of this role on the community?

The role aims to significantly increase the volume of food rescued, thereby supporting communities with nutritious food sources and reducing food waste.

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