Junior Project Manager in Ashford

Sysco Europe (whose European operating companies include Sysco GB, Sysco Ireland, Sysco France & Menigo in Sweden) are recruiting for a Junior Project Manager to join the European Outbound Technology functional area within the European Supply Chain & Merchandising Technology Team on a fixed term (12 months), full-time basis, reporting into the Functional Lead. This role is required to project manage technology initiatives that support our European Outbound Technology functional area and ensure that they meet the outcomes defined by the business, aligned to our strategic goals.

This role will be required to lead projects that span across Europe with both internal and external resources in a matrix organisation, and therefore travel to our European sites will be required. The role sits at the heart of the project delivery lifecycle and is responsible for implementation of solutions and successful transition into BAU service operations. The role is accountable for the project being delivered on time, within scope and budget, using the defined PMO project delivery methodology. This role offers flexible hybrid working (1‑2 days per week) from your local site for team collaboration and meetings, so you must be within a commutable distance. Ability to speak French would be an advantage, though it is not a requirement for the role.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Lead, plan and manage the delivery of requirements ensuring scope is maintained and delivers to the objectives outlined by the sponsor.
• Ensure project delivery meets governance standards (e.g., adherence to project delivery methodology, RAID logs).
• Maintain up‑to‑date personal knowledge and exposure to business change opportunities.
• Progress prioritised project ideas and translate them into clear technology scope/design for approval, supporting business case development.
• Define and manage an effective communication plan.
• Protect the baseline plan and effectively manage change control.
• Create and control the budget.
• Manage resources to ensure adequate capacity and team availability to meet project timelines.
• Successfully implement change into BAU operations and service management, ensuring it meets project success criteria.
• Manage and escalates risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Stakeholder management up to executive level.

About you

As a Junior Project Manager you will have end‑to‑end IT project management experience in the delivery of complex technical projects in a fast‑paced, time‑critical environment. You will have change‑management experience, deploying technologies across multiple sites and projects using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. You will have a detailed understanding of business processes, stakeholder management, and the management of multiple third‑party system integrators. Strong presentation and communication skills are essential, and proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite is required. You will negotiate and build consensus while influencing team members, and you will have knowledge of functional areas including production, warehouse, merchandising and finance.

Qualifications

Relevant qualifications and experience for this role are desirable, but not explicitly listed.

Employment Equitable Opportunity

At Sysco International everyone is welcome. We do not ask you to fit our culture; we want you to help define it and celebrate the unique talents of each colleague. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and given equal opportunities. We want everyone to belong and thrive at Sysco International, and we will support you throughout the application process.