Warehouse Transformation Programme Lead

Warehouse Transformation Programme Lead

Location: Midlands

Type: FTC | Senior Leadership Role

We’re looking for an experienced Programme Lead to lead the delivery of a major Warehouse Transformation and Automation Programme. This is a high-impact, strategic role responsible for transforming warehousing operations through the implementation of advanced automation and integrated systems.

The Role

You’ll lead a cross-functional team to deliver end-to-end warehouse transformation – from finalising the plan through to implementation, go-live and benefits realisation. This includes large-scale automation solutions such as AS/RS, shuttles, conveyors, robotics, and WMS/WCS integration.

You’ll be accountable for delivering safe, compliant, and high-performing solutions that significantly improve capacity, efficiency, accuracy, service, and cost performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of a multi-million-pound automation programme to time, cost and scope
• Finalise and implement the Warehouse plan, including future-state design and automation roadmap
• Develop robust business cases and secure stakeholder and board approval
• Establish programme governance, manage risks, budgets, and suppliers
• Oversee solution design, supplier selection, and technical delivery
• Ensure seamless go-live with minimal operational disruption
• Drive operational readiness, change management, and capability development
• Deliver measurable business benefits including productivity, accuracy, and cost savings

Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.

Please note, this role is FTC only and not day rate

About You

• Proven track record delivering large-scale warehouse xwzovoh automation or transformation programmes in FMCG, food, logistics, or similar environments
• Strong expertise in automated material handling systems (AS/RS, shuttles, conveyors, robotics, AGVs/AMRs, etc.)
• Experience integrating WMS/ERP with WCS/WES and control systems
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including business case development and CAPEX management
• Exceptional stakeholder leadership across operations, engineering, IT, and suppliers
• Resilient, delivery-focused, and highly collaborative with a strong safety-first mindset