Global Delivery - Resourcing and Development Manager

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About Us

We are Ocado Group, and we're bringing world-class automation to online grocery. Our Ocado Smart Platform (OSP) combines cutting-edge robotics, AI, and IoT within our advanced CFCs. We've mastered the single pick, transforming online delivery for our global partners. Join us and be part of a team pushing the boundaries of retail technology.

About the Role

Working in the Ocado Technology Delivery team you will  play a pivotal role in the successful deployment of our cutting-edge automated fulfillment centres and the rollout of new automation technologies worldwide. 

As the Global Delivery Resourcing and Development Manager, you will be responsible for the strategic oversight of project resourcing, ensuring we have the right talent in the right place. You will lead the identification, allocation, and development of skilled professionals across project management, installation management, project engineering, IT infrastructure, and commissioning.

This key role requires close collaboration with the Delivery Leadership Team and the cultivation of strong relationships with all people working in Delivery.

• Strategic Resource Planning: Develop and implement effective resource planning strategies to optimise project staffing across our global portfolio.
• Talent Pool Management: Oversee the identification, assessment, and management of a skilled talent pool for capabilities such as project management, installation management, project engineering, IT infrastructure, and commissioning.
• Workforce Allocation: Ensure efficient and effective allocation of resources to projects, considering individual skills, experience, development needs and project requirements.
• Career Development & Learning: Design and implement career development paths and ongoing learning initiatives to enhance the skills and capabilities of the delivery team.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate closely with project and programme leaders  to understand resourcing needs and provide strategic guidance.
• Relationship Building: Foster strong working relationships with all members of the delivery team to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and analyse resource utilsation and identify opportunities for improvement in resourcing processes.

About you

• Strong understanding of project management and resourcing requirements.
• Able to maintain a clear and organised resourcing plan
• Excellent people management and communication skills.
• Ability to balance competing priorities and requirements, thinking both strategically and tactically when required
• Experience in developing career paths, training plans and competency frameworks.

What we offer

We believe in supporting our people with meaningful, flexible benefits that prioritise well-being and work-life balance. Here’s a snapshot of what you can expect:

• Time to recharge:
  25 days annual leave (rising to 27 after 5 years), plus the option to buy more – and 30 days a year to work from anywhere in the world.
  
  
• Health & wellbeing:
  Private Medical Insurance from your first month, wellbeing support through specialist apps and EAP, plus Income Protection and Life Assurance.
  
  
• Family-first policies:
  22 weeks paid maternity/primary carer leave and 6 weeks paid paternity leave (after qualifying period).
  
  
• Financial support:
  Pension with employer matching up to 7%, share schemes (Sharesave & BAYE), and interest-free loans for train tickets.
  
  
• Commuter perks:
  Cycle to Work Scheme and free shuttle buses to/from Hatfield and Welwyn Garden City stations.
  
  
• Exclusive discounts:
  15% off at Ocado.com with free delivery (starting in your first month).

Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, or disability or union membership status.