THE ROLE
This role will lead the IRL (In Real Life) Programme; ensuring feasibility, scope, plan and execution sets us to deliver our IRL strategy (which includes new store openings, wholesale partnerships and business optimisation) and its intended benefits.
You will be required to manager a team of project managers, within a complex multi-function, multi-specialism Programme team; with accountability for the leadership, management and successful delivery of a range of strategic change and value driven related projects.
Responsible for:
Reporting to the IRL Head of Programme, this role leads the IRL Programme and Strategy across all regions. Bringing together delivery functions across People, Product, Finance, Merchandising, Supply Chain, Property, Retail Operations, Legal, Technology & BrandManaging the IRL Programme team and supporting them with their onboarding and development within the organisationScoping, defining & managing overall objectives; deliverables; work packages and tasks across the Global ProgrammePlanning, monitoring & managing a team to deliver a complex x-functional programme, simultaneously, from start to finish [from scoping & kick-offs to closure and BAU hand-off]Responsible for the integrity and stability of the IRL Programme;adapting for and supporting all constituent workstreams and delivery stylesMaintaining and administering programme plans, including the critical path; risks; issues; dependencies and budget [where needed]Responsible for project resource-planning; ensuring suitable and adequate resource and representation is assignedResponsible for reviewing and challenging Project Working Groups and stakeholders to deliver projects to planIdentifying, managing, mitigating and/or escalating programme-level risks, whose impact threaten Retail, IRL or the wider business.Reporting programme progress against success metrics, to the Head of Programme, stakeholders and business leadership through regular, accurate reportingActing as the key point of contact for the IRL programmeEvaluating programme status and outputs of PIRs; identifying lessons learned and executing plans to act on these in future with senior stakeholdersChampioning of the IRL Programme ambition and strategy; providing support, challenge, and relentless enthusiasm to deliver the best possible outcomesShowcasing IRL programme as what good looks like to the wider business; through utilising the IRL Programme frameworkChampioning continuous development; driving simplification & consistency for projects and programmes within GS [tools, processes, documentation, ways of working]. Accountable for:
Ownership and management of the IRL Programme; across the IRL programme and business; keeping activities aligned across all workstreams; ensuring on-time, to-budget deliveryRealisation of all Programme outcomes and benefits, as defined by the IRL ProgrammeOwnership of Programme objectives, deliverables, and framework [structure, delivery plan, incl. critical path; budget; RAID]Chairing Programme meetings, communicating progress regularly and providing accurate reporting to IRL & GS Leadership, incl. Steering, Executive & Board CommitteesPrompt & effective resolution of issues; assessment & management of risk [to projects and programme], seeking and recommending solutions to mitigateAccountability for programme budget, where appropriate. Essential Skills:
Extensive experience of Programme management within a dynamic and fast paced programme environment. At least 10 years change delivery experience, Experience of delivering global retail projectsSolid experience of managing a Programme team and mentoring.Change-native; with evidence of successfully delivering complex, x-functional projects as part of large-scale, transformational programmes of workExperience designing, building & delivering complex projects, with high levels of business change; and sustainably embedding into BAUExperience in managing projects with multiple internal and external work streamsSolution-orientated mindset with an ability to work accurately at pace and cope with ambiguityEffectively managed project budgets; owning & facilitating related decisionsPeople-first mindset with vast experience in people management [matrix / dotted line]Proficient with office and project management software [MS Project]Proficient with project management methodologies such as PRINCE2 and or Agile; with a thorough understanding of techniques and methodologyStrong experience in design of and process improvement within change delivery BELONGING AT GYMSHARK.
Our mission is to be a place where everyone belongs. Were an equal opportunities employer, and for us that means we always strive to be as inclusive as possible in all aspects of employment, right from your application. Were committed to finding reasonable adjustments* for candidates with specific needs or have a disability during our recruitment process, and all applicants will be considered fairly and equally. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. *If youd like to request a reasonable adjustment please email .
ABOUT US.
Were here to unite the conditioning community. We believe that putting the sweat in today, prepares us for tomorrow. So, we give people the tools they need to reach further, go faster, be stronger. We celebrate those who show up for themselves to be their physical or mental best, whatever that means for them. Its what we want for our community, and our team. A team thats growing rapidly around the world. A collective of talented individuals working together to invent Gymsharks future. Our plans are ambitious, and were looking for people who want to join us for the ride our growth will be your growth.
THE PERKS.
Choice of Private Medical Insurance or Healthcare Cash Plan, paid for by us!
25 days holidays + your birthday and all the Bank Holidays which can be substituted and taken whenever you want.
A truly Flexible Working Culture
A collaborative, creative and inspiring working environment
Employer pension contributions up to 7%
Life Assurance at four times your basic salary
50% Gymshark Discount
Gymshark Gift Card for each year of service
Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing Support
Great Training and Learning Resources
Choice of hardware and access to the best software
Paid time off when youre physically and mentally unwell
Very Generous Family Leave package we support you extending your family
Refuel - Healthy fresh food at GSHQ
️️ Lifting Club (LC) Gym Membership
Free monthly massages
Beauty and Barber facilities
Free on-site parking
