FBC UK was a match made in heaven, with two of the top UK biscuits manufacturers (Burton's Biscuits and Fox's Biscuits) coming together to create one unique, integrated company. We are home to famous iconic brands, including Maryland, Fox's, Jammie Dodger & Rocky, to name just a few. Whilst we know that we have delicious products we also know that that the key ingredient to our success is our people, and the passion we have for our brands. We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that feels empowered to build a fulfilling and successful career. By embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) we create a supportive environment for people to thrive and strive to have more positive impact. We understand that having formal and on-the-job learning opportunities is key to our colleagues' professional and personal growth. With strong community values, we believe FBC UK is a more prosperous and fun place to work when people feel free to be themselves. About the RoleThe IT Programme Manager is responsible for leading the successful delivery of FBC's portfolio of strategic technology and business change initiatives. The role ensures that projects and programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards, while delivering measurable business value and supporting FBC's long-term strategic objectives. The position acts as a key link between FBC business teams, IT, external partners, and Ferrero, ensuring alignment, effective governance, stakeholder engagement, and successful adoption of change. Lead Delivery of Strategic Technology Projects & ProgrammesManage the successful delivery of large, complex, cross-functional projects and programmes that support FBC's business strategy, ensuring agreed scope, timelines, quality, costs, and benefits are achieved.Own Programme Governance and Portfolio ReportingEstablish and maintain effective governance across the portfolio, including project plans, steering committees, status reporting, RAID management, decision logs, and executive updates to ensure informed decision-making and successful delivery. Maintain regular alignment with Ferrero programme office to ensure plans remain aligned, dependencies are managed, and delivery progresses as expected.Act as the Primary Interface Between Ferrero and FBCCoordinate the local delivery across FBC of Ferrero-led initiatives, ensuring business resource availability, local requirements are represented, UK activities are completed on time, stakeholders remain engaged, and dependencies between global and local teams are effectively managed.Drive Business Change and AdoptionEnsure that people, process, data, and technology changes are embedded successfully within the business by ensuring Business Leads and P&O are fully engaged in projects, coordinating change management activities, communications, training, readiness activities, and transition into business-as-usual operations.Manage Risks, Issues, Dependencies and EscalationsProactively identify, track, and resolve project and programme risks, issues, assumptions, and dependencies, escalating where required to prevent delays, protect business outcomes, and maintain delivery momentum6. Coordinate Cross-Functional Resources and WorkstreamsBring together business, IT, external partners, and Ferrero teams to ensure resources are available and aligned, responsibilities are clear, and all workstreams are coordinated towards common objectives.Ensure Benefits Realisation and Business ValueWork with business leaders to define expected outcomes, measure benefits, and ensure technology investments deliver tangible improvements in reporting, decision-making, efficiency, resilience, compliance, and business performance.Develop and Mature Project & Programme Management PracticesChampion consistent methodologies, standards, tools, templates, and reporting across FBC IT, working with Ferrero to establish repeatable delivery practices and improve organisational project delivery capability. Who we are looking forDegree educated or equivalent experienceProject Management qualification desirable (or at least 5 years in an FMCG PM role)Relevant project management experience gained within an FMCG manufacturing business. Experience of change management frameworks. Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, cross functional, IT projects. Strong project management and excellent organisational skills. Diversity StatementFBC UK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.
Senior IT Program Manager in London employer: Fox’s Burton’s Companies
At FBC UK, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that values diversity, innovation, and personal growth. As a Finance Analyst, you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with talented colleagues while gaining invaluable experience in commercial finance and decision-making. Our commitment to employee development, inclusive practices, and community values ensures that you can build a fulfilling career while enjoying the unique advantage of working for one of the UK's leading biscuit manufacturers.
