Programme Manager (Retail)

TL;DR

Programme Manager (Retail): Leading a portfolio of interdependent, technology-led projects within a major retail transformation programme with an accent on aligning programme delivery with technology strategy and wider business objectives. Focus on managing technology risks, dependencies, and architectural considerations across the programme.

Location: Hybrid (c. 2 days per week on-site) in Leeds, West Yorkshire

Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 + benefits

Company

hirify.global is an equal opportunities employer.

What you will do

• Lead a portfolio of interdependent, technology-led projects within a major retail transformation programme.
• Ensure programme delivery aligns with technology strategy and wider business objectives.
• Own programme-level governance, reporting, and executive stakeholder communication.
• Develop and maintain integrated programme plans, technology roadmaps, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, data, infrastructure, and digital platforms.
• Manage technology risks, dependencies, and architectural considerations across the programme.

Requirements

• Extensive experience delivering complex, technology-driven programmes.
• Strong background in retail or large-scale consumer-facing technology environments.
• Proven delivery across areas such as infrastructure, data platforms, and digital transformation.
• Experience working within regulated or highly governed organisations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level reporting.
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to manage challenging stakeholder conversations.

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent, full-time Programme Manager role.
• Hybrid working model based in Leeds.
• Healthcare and wellbeing benefits.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression.
• Opportunity to shape and deliver a high-profile, technology-led retail transformation.