Business Planning Project Manager (6 Month FTC)

Company: Screwfix Direct Ltd.
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Location: Yeovil
Job Description:

Overview

Everything we do starts with the people we serve. We’re proud to be the traders behind the tradespeople: the nuts and bolts behind the job, always ready to save the day (or at least the project).

From power tools to workwear, cables to pipe fittings, we offer over 60,000 products across 900+ stores – and that’s not to mention our industry‑leading digital services. Join Screwfix and be part of a team of experts who get the job done quickly, affordably, and always with a smile.

Our Business Planning team delivers the Screwfix Growth Plan, and this role is central to making it happen.

As a Business Planning Project Manager, you’ll take ownership of strategically important, cross‑functional projects that enhance our customer and colleague proposition. Working across stores, digital, operations, and technology, you’ll partner with senior stakeholders to shape, mobilise, and deliver initiatives that make a real commercial difference.

This is a high‑visibility role offering real breadth and exposure across the business. Working closely with senior leaders and Board‑level stakeholders, you’ll bring structure, pace, and clarity to complex initiatives, ensuring they land successfully and create lasting impact.

This role is a 6 month fixed‑term contract position.

What’s in it for you?

  • Discretionary annual bonus up to 20%
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays, 5 of which can be taken flexibly)
  • Hybrid working with up to 2 days working from home
  • Flexible start and end times around core working hours
  • Buy More Holiday – eligible colleagues can boost their holiday allowance by up to one extra week
  • EV Car Scheme in partnership with Tusker – eligible colleagues can lease a brand‑new or pre‑loved electric vehicle
  • Up to 14% employer pension contributions
  • Life cover up to 4× your salary
  • Health cash plan and discounted gym memberships (up to 25% savings)
  • 20% discount at Screwfix and B&Q

Responsibilities

  • Work with the Sponsors & Leads to identify, define, evaluate, plan, track and realise the business benefits of projects.
  • Take a lead on making change projects happen, ensuring that they are delivered on time, cost and quality.
  • Develop a project scope and manage the delivery of business initiatives/change.
  • Create project plans with business stakeholders in accordance with plan templates and structure.
  • Effectively manage relationships with key stakeholders and team members.
  • Proactively identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Support with all project governance activity where required.
  • Ensure the effective governance of projects.
  • Influence systems and documentation to support the effective organisation of the project/programme.
  • Understand business change of project and ensure business is ready to embed the change.

Qualifications

  • Ability to influence without positional power.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with experience of communicating and influencing stakeholders at multiple levels.
  • Project Management skills and knowledge of principles.
  • Understanding of business processes.
  • Ability to support stakeholders through change.
  • Ability to prioritise others and their own workload – delivery focused.
  • Flexible in adapting to changing business requirements.
  • Lead project meetings and workshops to drive delivery.
  • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Project or other PM tools.

At Screwfix, Your Wellbeing Comes First:

Financial wellbeing

  • Wagestream access to track earnings and save.
  • Access to the Kingfisher Share Scheme.
  • Colleague support fund.
  • Exclusive offers and discounts via our Hapi app.
  • Cycle‑to‑work scheme and savings on bikes.

Every day benefits

  • Career progression and development programmes.
  • Coaching and mentoring to help you thrive.
  • Access to wellbeing resourcing including PepTalk.
  • Support networks available.

Inclusion and Equality

We are committed to building a better future for our community and our planet. Our culture is built on teamwork, fairness, and opportunities for everyone. Whatever your background or identity, you will be listened to, encouraged, and given the tools and training you need to get ahead. We are open, fair, and inclusive.

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Posted: June 2nd, 2026