Project Manager in Milton Keynes

Project Manager in Milton Keynes

Milton Keynes Full-Time 61009 - 74567 Β£ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead exciting logistics projects and drive innovation in supply chain management.
  • Company: Join DHL, the global leader in supply chain management with a collaborative culture.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous pension scheme, and 24/7 GP consultations.
  • Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values your unique skills and experiences.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by solving complex challenges in a dynamic environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience in supply chain project management and strong leadership skills required.

The predicted salary is between 61009 - 74567 Β£ per year.

At DHL Supply Chain, no two days are ever the same. As a Project Manager, you'll be at the heart of exciting transformation projects that shape the future of logistics, from launching new customer operations and implementing cutting-edge automation technology to optimising supply chain networks for some of the world's leading brands. You'll work alongside talented colleagues across operations, engineering, IT, and customer teams to deliver real business impact. This is an opportunity to take ownership of high-profile projects within the world's leading logistics provider, where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement drive everything we do. If you're passionate about solving complex challenges, leading change, and seeing your ideas come to life in dynamic operational environments, DHL Supply Chain offers a rewarding career where your work genuinely makes a difference.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE:

  • Leading multiple supply chain and logistics projects, ensuring delivery milestones are achieved on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
  • Collaborating with operational, engineering, customer, finance, and commercial teams to successfully implement new customer solutions and business improvements.
  • Developing and maintaining project plans, tracking progress, managing risks, and resolving issues before they impact project delivery.
  • Engaging with customers and key stakeholders, providing updates, facilitating workshops, and ensuring alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Supporting warehouse transformations, process improvements, automation initiatives, network changes, and operational start-ups across the supply chain.
  • Leading cross-functional project teams, driving engagement, managing change, and ensuring successful business benefit realisation.

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO:

  • Previous experience in Supply Chain Project Management is essential, with a proven track record of delivering complex logistics or operational projects - Essential.
  • Professional project management qualification such as PRINCE2, APM, PMP - Essential.
  • Strong project planning, budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder management experience.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
  • Experience delivering operational change, continuous improvement, automation, warehouse solutions, or customer implementations.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

WHY JOIN US?

  • Access to the company car or car allowance scheme.
  • Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution.
  • Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations.
  • Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts.
  • Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day. As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 31st August 2026. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

Project Manager in Milton Keynes employer: DHL Supply Chain

DHL Supply Chain in Skelmersdale is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With competitive benefits such as pension contributions, free GP consultations, and various discounts, employees are supported both personally and professionally. The dynamic warehouse environment fosters teamwork and innovation, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in inventory management.

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Contact Details:

DHL Supply Chain Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Project Manager in Milton Keynes

Supply Chain Project Management
Project Planning
Budgeting
Risk Management
Stakeholder Management
Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Operational Change Delivery