About the Role
We are seeking two Product Managers to join the Waitrose Supply Chain team. In these roles, you will maximise the value of the systems powering our physical distribution network. These are backend, data‑driven infrastructure roles focused on core transactional and operational logic, not front‑end user interfaces. You will choose one of two focus areas: Warehousing – focus on warehouse management, picking logic and in future our transition from manual to automated solutions; Fleet & Transport – focus on vehicle routing algorithms, driver dispatch tools and delivery optimisation. As a Product Manager you are the intersection between business, technology and user experience. To succeed, you must spend time on the warehouse floor and with transport teams to understand how our software integrates with physical hardware (such as handheld terminals) and manual processes.
Contract & Location
Contract Type: PermanentLocation: Bracknell Head OfficeWorking pattern/flexible working: The Partnership has adopted a hybrid working approach, meaning you’ll be able to work a mixture between the office, visits to our Distribution Centres, and at home, based upon your personal needs whilst balancing the needs of the business.You will be required to attend the Bracknell Office a minimum of 3 days a week.Hours of Work: 35 hours per weekSalary: £64,000 – £80,000, depending on experienceInterviews will be held in person at Bracknell from the week commencing 27th July.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and drive an inspiring product vision and roadmap using customer, industry, and business insights
- Set clear OKRs and manage a transparent, prioritised product backlog to optimise delivery value
- Write high‑quality user stories and establish functional and non‑functional requirements in collaboration with development teams
- Effectively manage, engage, and align diverse technical and non‑technical stakeholders behind product goals
- Utilise data, analytics, and experimentation (such as A/B testing) to continually improve and iterate on features
- Manage release scope, track delivery progress, and balance technical and design debt with customer and commercial value
- Act as a role model and mentor within the team while actively contributing to the Product Management community of practice
Essential Skills / Experience
- Experience leading others within a Product team using an Agile development methodology (SCRUM or Kanban)
- Ability to solve complex problems and take a new perspective on existing solutions
- Proven ability to respond to and prioritise changing demands effectively
- Ability to balance multiple priorities, stakeholders and timelines
- Making data‑oriented decisions
Desirable Skills / Experience
- Experience in defining and delivering Minimum Viable Products, running complex tests at scale
- Experience of Distribution products either in Warehousing or Fleet & Transport domains
Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working arrangement and opportunity to work on cutting‑edge warehouse and fleet technology.
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