Project Manager - Business Systems and Transformation in London

We are proud to be the largest family-owned and family-run wine importer in the UK. Since 1964, we have built an award-winning portfolio of premium wines, representing progressive and fiercely independent wineries from around the world. Our wines are proudly supplied to some of the UK’s leading restaurants and retailers.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced, commercially minded Project Manager to join our business and take ownership of a varied portfolio of projects that will help to shape our future. This is a newly developed, high-impact and hands-on role working closely with the Board and senior leadership team to turn strategic priorities into practical, measurable outcomes. From improving business processes and introducing new systems to enhancing customer experience, data, technology and operational capability, you will lead projects from initial idea through to successful implementation and beyond. You will bring structure, momentum and clarity to projects across the organisation, working with colleagues, senior stakeholders and external partners to implement meaningful change. You will have the autonomy to shape how projects are delivered, whilst ensuring they remain within budget and focused on the desired outcomes: greater efficiency, stronger capabilities, improved experiences and sustainable business growth.

Key Responsibilities, include but are not limited to:

• Lead projects end-to-end, from initial idea and planning through to implementation, handover and review.
• Turn business priorities into clear, achievable plans with defined outcomes and milestones.
• Work closely with the Board, senior leaders and cross-functional teams to drive successful delivery.
• Coordinate internal teams, suppliers and external partners.
• Manage budgets, timelines, resources, risks and scope, resolving challenges and maintaining project momentum.
• Lead workshops, gather requirements and facilitate effective decision-making.
• Support successful implementation through communication, testing, training and change management.
• Ensure projects deliver measurable improvements and tangible business benefits.
• Establish a consistent, practical approach to project delivery across the organisation.

What we are looking for

• Proven experience delivering complex, cross-functional projects from start to finish.
• Strong project management skills across planning, budgets, governance, risk and change.
• Confidence working with senior leaders and Board-level stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder-management skills.
• A commercial, practical approach with a focus on outcomes and measurable business benefits.
• The ability to turn broad business objectives into clear plans, actions and deliverables.
• Experience managing internal teams, suppliers and external partners.
• Experience in business transformation, process improvement, systems or technology-enabled change is highly desirable.
• Experience in wine, drinks, FMCG, wholesale, distribution, retail or another operationally complex environment would be advantageous.
• PRINCE2, APM, PMP or equivalent qualification desirable but not essential.
• Familiarity with process mapping, business analysis and change-management techniques is advantageous.

Why join us?

At Berkmann Wine Cellars, you will become part of an organisation that seamlessly combines tradition with innovation. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and success of some of the world’s most esteemed wine brands, while collaborating within a supportive and dedicated team that upholds the values of independence, professionalism, and integrity.

Working Pattern

This is a full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week, typically Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 5:30pm. This is a hybrid role where you will be required to work in head office at least 3 days a week, and this is subject to change.

How to Apply

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Closing Date

Please note that should any suitable CVs be received whilst the advert is live then individuals will be invited to interview.

Offer

• Salary of up to £65,000 per annum, dependent on experience, plus a bonus of up to 10% based on the achievement of KPIs.
• 25 days annual leave rising to 26 days after 5 years’ service and 27 days after 10 years’ service, plus bank holidays.
• Company pension.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay.
• Contribution to Dental Costs.
• Generous staff discount on our wine.
• A bottle of wine on your birthday and Berkmann anniversary.
• £500 referral scheme.

We cannot consider your application if you do not have the legal right to work in the UK. Applicants must already have, or be able to obtain independently, the right to undertake this role in the UK by the proposed start date. You must also satisfy the required knowledge and experience criteria detailed above.

Equal consideration will be given to all candidates, irrespective of their gender, race, disability, marital status, religion, age or sexuality.

No agencies please – We thank you for your interest in working with Berkmann Wine Cellars, however, we have our own internal HR and Recruitment team who support our recruiting needs.