ICT Project Manager – Supply Chain

(Full-time/part-time, 32-38 hours per week)

If you want to play an important role in implementing projects within the fast-growing Action Supply Chain domain, then you are the ICT Project Manager - Supply Chain we are looking for.

Action is a fast-growing non-food discounter with currently more than 2,700 stores in Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France, Luxembourg, Austria, Poland, the Czech Republic and Italy. With 14 distribution centers in 12 different countries, Action Technology plays an important role in the continuous expansion of our distribution network. To further grow and improve, we continuously start programs and smaller projects; consider opening additional distribution centers, but also lifecycle projects (project-based renewal of hardware/software), but also implementing other logistics tools to support our rapidly growing 'flow of goods'.

Are you ready to join our team? Will you ensure that our organization can continue to grow rapidly internationally and that we further optimize that growth?
 

These are your daily 'actions'

As an ICT Project Manager you are responsible for managing Technology in delivering new technological options for Supply Chain. You work for Technology and work closely with Supply Chain and Technology partners on a daily basis to set up, manage and successfully deliver your projects according to the best practices in the Action Project management framework. In the projects you report to the SteerCo. Due to the dynamic nature of Action, it is crucial that you proactively manage risks and seize opportunities, so that agreed objectives are maintained according to plan.  You are part of the IT Projects & Portfolio team. Curious about your new manager? Nannet Boonstra can't wait to work with you! 
 

Meet your team

Our IT department adds value with dedicated horizontal / functional teams for Business domains (eg Commerce & Marketing), a Development & Operations team to manage shared Technology services, a team for Data Analytics & Business Insights. Furthermore, supportive teams for Projects & Portfolio  management, Architecture and Security. Over 500 people work daily in and for Technology, the larger part on change. Keeping up with the challenges and expansion objectives at Action requires the best talent. 
Do you want to work on challenging projects within the dynamic world of retail with state-of-the-art technology? Take Action!
 

What we offer

Actually a lot! From our dynamic head office in the Netherlands you can exert influence throughout Europe. We now have more than 2,700 branches in 12 countries and make millions of customers smile every day – and we don't stop there, because our growth ambitions are great, for both Action and for you. Thanks to our growth, you can always take new steps to develop professionally, whether in a different position, through an interesting innovation project or through new skills. You will be given all the space to do this within a culture in which we actually promote our shared values: customer focus, teamwork, simplicity, discipline, cost awareness and respect.

You can also count on Action for the following:

• A competitive salary based on a 38-hour week
• Travel expenses reimbursement
• An annual bonus based on achieving company and personal targets
• 24 days of vacation with the option to purchase five additional days (based on 38 hours per week) 
• A temporary contract with the intention of offering you a contract for an indefinite period
• Flexible working hours and the option to work 40% of your working time from home (in consultation with your team and manager)
• 15% employee discount on your own purchases at Action 
• A good pension scheme, collective health insurance and travel expenses reimbursement (from Amsterdam you can reach Zwaagdijk-Oost by car within 30 minutes of traffic jams)
   

And this is you

As an ICT Project Manager you are strong, you are creative and you know how to tackle things. You are focused on service, are proactive and have a no-nonsense attitude. You have strong communication skills and can work well together at different (international) levels within the organization. You also have a clear vision and know how to implement it. A positive view of change and innovation is essential. Our formula with a surprisingly complete range and competitive prices also requires an enterprising, critical and pragmatic attitude with a high level of cost awareness.

And further

• At least 8-10 years of experience as an (ICT) Project Manager in relatively complex projects 
• You can work smoothly with traditional (Prince 2) and flexible (Scrum) methodologies 
• Experience in the Supply Chain / Retail sector is a strong advantage.
• Excellent command of Dutch and English (both oral and written)
• You work efficiently and effectively, even when under time pressure and in a sometimes immature project environment 
• Self-starter, Team player, strong motivator and communicator
• You are a sparring partner for business and technology stakeholders and provide project management advice
• You are good at structuring and prioritizing business needs 
   

How we contribute to society

If you only know Action from the stores, a world will open up for you when you join us. For example, we are working hard behind the scenes to make a positive impact on society and the environment. Did you know, for example, that we sponsor more than 2,000 children worldwide who are growing up in an SOS Children’s Village? That our team reflects the diversity of our customers, including 124 nationalities? That we already source 70% of our wood products and 86% of our cotton sustainably? And that only energy-efficient LED lighting is used in more than half of our stores? Yes, that is also Action. Curious about what other initiatives we’re facilitating? Join our team and find out for yourself.
 

Interested?

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we warmly invite anyone who recognises themselves in the vacancy to apply. So take action and respond to this vacancy now!

What happens next:

1. You will receive a response to your application as soon as possible  
2. First exploratory meeting (TEAMS) with the Sr. Tech Recruiter
3. Second interview with the Hiring manager at our head office.
4. Online assessment & Team conversation
5. Welcome to Action...

During the entire process, Rob van Elburg, Sr, Tech Recruiter, is your permanent point of contact and is ready to answer all your questions.