Apprentice Client Program Management Office Coordinator in Loughborough

The Impact You Will Make: In this role you will be a key member of the Global Client Program Management Office (CPMO) enabling the cross-functional delivery of the projects. These will include client and self-funded New Product Introduction (NPI) projects and other business projects led by CPMO. You will be responsible for preparing, organising, and facilitating all processes to enable the CPMO office to effectively operate including supply/demand planning, invoicing, finance reporting, Teams site maintenance. Functioning as the subject matter expert (SME) for key Project Management systems, this role is pivotal to the future growth of the organisation. The successful applicant will alongside work-based learning, be studying towards gaining your Level 4 Associate Project Manager apprenticeship.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Collation of global project data including maintenance/generation of spreadsheets, generation of functional supply and demand forecast data & productivity assessments.
• Update/issue S&OP charts monthly as per schedule.
• Organise & chair S&OP meetings, including author/issue of the minutes.
• Function as the ERP system expert for non-capex projects.
• Support CPMO system processes, including customer invoicing, purchasing, cost reporting & trouble shooting.
• Execute CPMO responsibilities in UK Pick n Pack process.
• Ensure systems training & tip sheets are up to date.
• Provide admin support and function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the MS Project online system.
• Provide support to CPMO for financial reporting.
• Attend the monthly accruals meetings & provide any systems support, in line with the process for actuals and forecasts.
• Collation, analysis & presentation of all CPMO project measurement criteria e.g. On-Time-In-Full data.
• Provide support as needed in creating diagrams, charts & presentations for the CPMO department.
• Continuously improve project management processes.

Skills & Experience:

• Computer literate in the use of MS Office suite e.g. Word, Excel, SharePoint/Teams.
• Experience working with D365 system or similar ERP is desirable.
• Experience in use of Microsoft Project (manipulating /maintaining project plans) is desirable.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• All applicants must be 18 or older and must be eligible to work in the UK.
• 3 A levels or Apprenticeship Level 3 in Project Management or equivalent level of education is required.
• Applicants should have GCSE Mathematics and English Language (grade A*-C / 9-4) or equivalent.

Key Capabilities:

• Enthusiastic, flexible, conscientious, and proactive in approach.
• Confident to lead meetings/projects with minimal oversight.
• Data evaluation, problem solving, strategy and decision-making skills.
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently.
• Work efficiently under pressure, using own initiative and discretion.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Demonstrate good organisational, interpersonal and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and numerical aptitude skills.
• Ability to generate ideas, identify improvements and implement as required.
• Excellent planning, execution, and management skills to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate a positive image and always reflect professionalism.
• Always maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Champion data integrity and a right first-time culture.

What we Offer:

• Attractive compensation package
• Company pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
• 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays) plus service days after 5 years.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Company sick pay.
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential helpline support for employee and immediate family.
• Life assurance of four times life cover salary.
• Wellness programmes.
• Employee recognition program.
• Free on-site parking.
• Discount and cashback at many retailers.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Additional Information: Location: Charnwood Campus, Loughborough