Founded in 2003 by Dong Hyun Kim, his mission was simple, to make fresh and flavorsome sushi and bento available to everyone. Almost 20 years later Wasabi have 43 successful branches across London, other UK major cities and New York.
The journey continued in 2019 with the launch of Wasabi Home Bento exclusively into Sainsburys. After several years of great success there, the grocery business expanded launching into Tesco in September 2022. Wasabi has now firmly established itself as the No2 chilled ready meal brand and a driver of significant market growth. And we’re just getting started. The leadership team have set out their 5 year strategy which encompasses company growth, franchise and international expansion.
Our menu is renowned for its distinctiveness, freshness and flavour. The cold food range of sushi, pokes and salads are made fresh daily in our branch kitchens and our hot bento, noodle bowls and soups offer an indulgent and comforting alternative to our broad and democratic demographic.
As we prepare for out next phase of growth and innovation, we have an incredibly exciting opportunity for an IT Project Manager to join our IT Team based in Park Royal.
The Role:
- You will deliver systems projects that support the organisation's business needs, IT and Business Strategy. You will maintain project documentation and hold delivery partners accountable for their deliveries.
- You will collaborate closely with the IT Business Analyst and all stakeholders to develop comprehensive project plans that align with the IT roadmap.
- You will report directly to the IT Program Manager and be responsible for delivering the IT solutions necessary to enable the company's exciting business growth plans.
- This is an important role that offers input into the direction of the business’ strategy as the business and IT Team grows.
- You must have excellent project management skills and be proficient in communicating complicated concepts and plans. You will work with both business owners and impacted departments to achieve the best result for the Wasabi organisation.
- You must have excellent project management skills and be proficient in communicating complicated concepts and plans. You will work with both business owners and impacted departments to achieve the best result for the Wasabi organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to find effective solutions.
- Manage project resources and maintain accurate project reporting and documentation.
- Manage changes to project scope, requirements, and timelines using change management strategies.
- Develop and manage project budgets to ensure that resources are allocated efficiently, and costs are managed effectively.
- Identify and mitigate financial risks that could impact project delivery or business operations.
- Keep stakeholders informed of project status, progress, and opportunities.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure that project financials align with organizational goals and objectives.
- Inspire and motivate project teams to achieve project goals and overcome challenges through effective communication and delegation of tasks.
- Promote a positive team culture that promotes creativity, innovation, and collaboration among team members.
- Encourage collaboration and effective communication among project team members and stakeholders.
- Build and manage cross-functional project teams that have the necessary skills and expertise to deliver the project successfully.
- Facilitate effective collaboration and communication among team members to ensure that everyone is working towards the same project goals and objectives.
Our Requirements:
- Proven experience in successfully managing IT projects.
- Knowledge and experience with project management methodologies, such as Agile, Waterfall, or Scrum.
- Familiarity with emerging technologies and trends relevant to the specific IT field.
- Technical knowledge and experience in the specific IT field.
- Excellent spoken and written communication & presentation skills.
- Strong stakeholder management skills.
- Experience in budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation.
- Familiarity with project management documentation, tools and softwares.
Other Beneficial Experience:
- Certification in project management methodologies, such as PMP, Prince2, or Agile Scrum Master.
- Experience with risk management and mitigation strategies.
- Knowledge and experience with change management principles and practices.
- Experience with ERP SAP, NetSuite or NAV/Business Central.
- Experience with managing multiple projects or programs concurrently.
- Familiarity with emerging technologies and trends relevant to the specific IT field.
In return we provide:
- A great working environment
- Pension scheme
- Target Bonus
- Refer A Friend Scheme
- Free Sushi or hot food (vegan options available)
- 50% discount in our Branches
- Employee Assistant Programme
- Hybrid working model
- Long Service Awards
- Life Assurance
- Free on-site parking
- A variety of discounts (shopping, food & drink, entertainment and health & fitness) through Perkbox and
- The opportunity to develop your skills within a growing company.
Our people make us who we are. If you're looking for an exciting challenge and this sounds like the job for you please apply today as we can't wait to hear from you.
COME ROLL WITH US!
