Gleeson Recruitment Group
Warehouse Transformation Programme Lead
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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.
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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
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Please note, this role is FTC only and not day rate
About You
- Proven track record delivering large-scale warehouse 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
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