1 to 25 of 26 Strategic Planning Jobs in Manchester

Key Responsibilities Define and communicate a clear product vision aligned with business goals Collaborate with customers, key stakeholders, Brother Japan, and One IT to anticipate needs and shape a strategic product roadmap Prioritise work packages to align with business demand and strategic objectives Drive continuous product improvement using customer feedback and data-driven insights Lead the product development … strategies Ensure service requests and break-fix issues are resolved in line with SLAs and stakeholder expectations Desirable Experience working in an IT or Digital delivery environment. Exposure to strategic planning Familiarity with large-scale technology transformation programmes. Experience with Jira, including advanced dashboards via Advanced Roadmaps, dependency mapping, and release planning. Experience working in an IT or … Digital delivery environment. Exposure to strategic planning Familiarity with large-scale technology transformation programmes. Experience with Jira, including advanced dashboards via Advanced Roadmaps, dependency mapping, and release planning. SAFe or other relevant Agile product Owner/Product Manager Certification Why work for Brother? When you join Brother, you join a company steeped in history where everyone is given More ❯

is ideal for someone with strong analytical, organisational, and stakeholder engagement skills, who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about driving visibility, alignment, and continuous improvement across strategic initiatives. Requirements: Proven experience in a PMO, Portfolio Office, or similar role within a technology or transformation function. Strong understanding of portfolio and project governance, frameworks, and tooling. Comfortable … operating at both strategic and operational levels. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including stakeholder engagement across all levels. A proactive, collaborative, and improvement-focused mindset. Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery methodologies. Practical knowledge of demand and capacity planning , including tools and techniques to balance workload and resourcing. Key Responsibilities Portfolio & Financial Oversight: Maintain an up … to-date portfolio view of all active and planned initiatives, tracking delivery, spend, and value. Support budget planning, forecasting, and resource alignment. Agile Reporting & Insight: Create dashboards and reporting packs that provide visibility of milestones, blockers, risks, and dependencies. Tailor insights for CIO and leadership updates. Governance & Risk Management: Embed consistent portfolio governance and risk management practices, enabling early More ❯

enhance the People Data Model using Workday Prism and Power BI Develop scalable, automated reporting solutions that deliver actionable workforce insights Collaborate across HR and business teams to support strategic planning and performance analysis Drive data initiatives across workforce planning, HR operations, and strategic projects Experience required- Proven experience in workforce or business analytics Strong knowledge More ❯

Join our Technology Leadership Team as we scale digital and financial inclusion across Africa. The Impact - Your strategic leadership will directly unlock technology solutions for millions of people across Africa who've been excluded from traditional financial services. We've already helped over 5 million customers access over $1.5 billion in credit, and your operational excellence could accelerate this … communities to access their first digital financial services. The Opportunity Mission-driven strategy : Every process you build helps expand financial inclusion for under-banked populations Immediate impact : See your strategic decisions improve lives in real-time, not just quarterly reports Global recognition : Join a company named by TIME 100 as one of the world's most influential and by … displaced over 2 million tonnes of emissions What You'll Do Partner with our CTO to develop and execute technology strategy that scales across African markets Lead OKR setting, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration across distributed engineering teams Oversee technology operations including resource planning, budgeting, vendor management, and compliance coordination Drive project management for strategic More ❯

portals using Microsoft ASP.NET/Blazor/C# and/or Power Platform technologies. Secondly, you will have responsibility for the technical ownership and delivery of improvements to our strategic Planning System, controlling the scheduling of 500 field service inspection engineers. Thirdly, you will lead by example to ensure a high quality of delivery within our Microsoft Azure … DevOps environment. You will provide technical leadership to improve the DevOps practices used across our systems and development projects, with a particular focus on supporting processes relating to our strategic Microsoft Dynamics based solutions. You will: Design and build new applications using Microsoft technologies and develop enhancements to existing applications to support business needs, leveraging your experience with ASP.NET …/Blazor/C# or Power Platform technologies Have technical ownership and delivery of improvements to our Inspection Planning system. Use SQL and PowerShell skills to enhance and automate data flows between systems to deliver new business functionality and provide data insight to shape business strategy Work with third-party development partners and software providers, reviewing their solutions, and More ❯

collaboration with our third-party contact centre providers. The Role As Senior Operations Manager you will oversee and develop high-performing operational teams while designing and delivering long-term strategic frameworks to enhance commercial performance. As an Operations Manager, you will work closely with the function leads to ensure the operation is both efficient and high performing. You will … tools and content to support our agents in delivering the right partner outcomes Coach, mentor, and develop team members, cultivating an inclusive and accountable environment focused on continuous improvement. Strategic Planning Define and translate medium to long-term strategies into actionable business plans that drive commercial objectives-such as revenue growth, profitability, and efficiency. Monitor KPIs and financial … metrics, using insights to adjust processes, manage risk, and support strategic decision-making and effective planning processes Collaborate with senior leadership to align commercial strategy with operational capabilities and resource allocation Stakeholder Engagement & Communication Drive transformation and continuous improvement initiatives, integrating new technologies and operational models that support commercial targets. Communicate strategic plans, performance trends, and operational More ❯

exploring the untouched capabilities of technologies such as Cloud, Big Data, AI and Robotics, and how they can be architected into client's landscapes to help them achieve their strategic goals? Joining the team means becoming part of a community of Enterprise Architects that serve Accenture's clients with the best and brightest insights regarding business and technology architecture. … complex and large technology environments using Lean and Agile enterprise principles Developing value cases to support executive decision making for investment in proposed transformation roadmaps, aligned with client's strategic planning cycles Leading the creation of Enterprise Architecture blueprints, demonstrating the e2e technology landscape including applications, integrations and data Conducting end-to-end vendor assessments across technology, vendor More ❯

specialized teams and acts as a key technology partner to the business, optimizing CRM applications to drive process efficiency and business results in an automated way. Major Accountabilities & Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Management Lead 30 people in 4 teams to run Awin's CRM (Salesforce) platform and related applications globally ensure their fast and efficient delivery. Develop and implement … lead the team to deliver highest quality results and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Consistently meet and exceed performance KPIs and sales targets through proactive engagement, strategic planning, and effective execution. Technology Partnership and Innovation Position the team to become a strong technology partner for customer facing departments using Salesforce. Decide on the best solutions More ❯

business requirements, analysing business processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth migration and successful deployment of all Microsoft 365 digital services. This role will involve strategic planning, and ensuring the alignment of the migration with business goals. This is not just another migration project. This is your opportunity to: Lead a Mission-Critical Transformation More ❯

optimising development processes, and ensuring that each product aligns with market demands and stakeholder expectations. You will act as the primary advocate for the product, leading its development through strategic planning, clear communication, and decisive prioritisation. Your responsibilities will include: Defining and communicating the product vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and market trends Establishing a … and decisions Curating, prioritising, and managing the product backlog, ensuring clarity of user stories and acceptance criteria Continuously evaluating and adjusting priorities based on stakeholder input, market shifts, and strategic goals Working closely with development teams and the wider business to translate business needs into actionable features and deliverables Facilitating effective communication across teams to drive alignment and clarity More ❯

be working on a retained basis with The University of Manchester, one of the UK's leading Universities, to recruit a Category Manager - IT. This key role will lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across IT, digital infrastructure, software, and tech services within a complex and high-impact environment. The University of Manchester, a globally respected institution, is seeking … managing supplier relationships ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks - and contributing towards broader institutional goals like cyber security resilience and digital sustainability. Success in this role requires you to balance strategic planning with hands-on contract management while maintaining open communication channels with both internal stakeholders and external partners. Develop and implement effective category strategies across all IT, digital … and technology service areas to ensure alignment with the university's strategic objectives. Lead high-value tenders and complex contract negotiations for software, hardware, cloud solutions, digital infrastructure, licensing agreements, and managed services while ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate closely with IT Services teams and other key stakeholders across the university to understand technical requirements and future plans for More ❯

business based in the North West of England. PE backed, they have ambitious growth plans and are looking for a CFO who can provide rigor around exit readiness and strategic financial leadership. Reporting to the CEO, this CFO position will initially drive efficiencies within the financial operations tech stack. On establishing clean and accurate financial information, subsequent strategic … network, providing the knowledge required to advise the business on the longer-term funding and exit options for the business. Be a key member of the Executive team, providing strategic guidance and support on financial and tax strategies. Interface directly with the Board, Audit and Compensation Committees of the Board, ensuring they have a clear sense of the overall … financial health and potential risk areas of the company. Establish themselves as a strong “co-pilot” by supporting the CEO in strategic planning and driving the budget process, and delivery of the business plan. Demonstrating company values through leadership and development of a highly insightful and scalable finance function, able to inspire the strategic direction of the More ❯

of automation and orchestration (Power Automate, Azure Automation, RPA tools) Experience managing cloud platform providers and internal engineering functions Knowledge of cloud security, governance, and performance monitoring Excellent leadership, strategic planning, and communication skills Familiarity with agile delivery, value streams, and large-scale transformation programmes Desirable: Azure certifications, TOGAF, ITIL What We Offer A unique opportunity to shape More ❯

of automation and orchestration (Power Automate, Azure Automation, RPA tools) Experience managing cloud platform providers and internal engineering functions Knowledge of cloud security, governance, and performance monitoring Excellent leadership, strategic planning, and communication skills Familiarity with agile delivery, value streams, and large-scale transformation programmes Desirable: Azure certifications, TOGAF, ITIL What We Offer A unique opportunity to shape More ❯

We're on an exciting international growth journey, and you'll play a vital role in supporting and driving our business growth by contributing your commercial expertise and strategic skills to our Client Services Team. What you'll be working on The role involves collaborating with stakeholders to understand client challenges, delivering innovative mobile solutions, and driving account growth … through strategic planning, market research, and effective relationship management. You'll also take commercial responsibility for account targets, mentor junior team members, and serve as a dependable escalation point while managing client expectations. Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand the challenges faced by clients and the broader market they operate in, and work together to support the delivery … relationships with senior stakeholders in a thoughtful and respectful manner. Identify growth opportunities and proactively strategise, executing initiatives independently for key accounts, utilising market research, budget forecasting, and account planning techniques. Take commercial responsibility for meeting account targets related to assigned projects. Create and deliver pitches to C-suite stakeholders, helping them achieve their business objectives. Serve as a More ❯

role, you'll drive operational maturity and team enablement - embedding frameworks, rituals, and systems that support alignment, clarity, and performance. You'll facilitate retrospectives, lead daily stand-ups, manage planning cycles, and ensure all team ceremonies are inclusive, accessible, and effective. You'll also own day-to-day delivery management: overseeing task workflows, surfacing risks, and ensuring cross-functional … collaboration with teams like product, content, and legal. Partnering closely with accessibility leadership, you'll help track OKRs, prioritise strategic initiatives, and report progress across multiple stakeholders. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in DesignOps, Programme Management, or Operations within digital, design, or accessibility teams. Deep understanding of operational frameworks, maturity models, delivery rituals, and continuous improvement methods. Skilled in … tools like Smartsheet, Jira, Miro, Figma, Slack, and Confluence. Experienced in OKR tracking, strategic planning, and managing multiple workstreams simultaneously. Excellent communication and facilitation skills - able to lead meetings, align stakeholders, and clearly synthesise complex information. Comfortable working with legal and procurement teams to support third-party contracting and delivery. Nice to Have: Experience in accessibility, inclusive design More ❯

role, you'll drive operational maturity and team enablement - embedding frameworks, rituals, and systems that support alignment, clarity, and performance. You'll facilitate retrospectives, lead daily stand-ups, manage planning cycles, and ensure all team ceremonies are inclusive, accessible, and effective. You'll also own day-to-day delivery management: overseeing task workflows, surfacing risks, and ensuring cross-functional … collaboration with teams like product, content, and legal. Partnering closely with accessibility leadership, you'll help track OKRs, prioritise strategic initiatives, and report progress across multiple stakeholders. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in DesignOps, Programme Management, or Operations within digital, design, or accessibility teams. Deep understanding of operational frameworks, maturity models, delivery rituals, and continuous improvement methods. Skilled in … tools like Smartsheet, Jira, Miro, Figma, Slack, and Confluence. Experienced in OKR tracking, strategic planning, and managing multiple workstreams simultaneously. Excellent communication and facilitation skills - able to lead meetings, align stakeholders, and clearly synthesise complex information. Comfortable working with legal and procurement teams to support third-party contracting and delivery. Nice to Have: Experience in accessibility, inclusive design More ❯

role, you'll drive operational maturity and team enablement - embedding frameworks, rituals, and systems that support alignment, clarity, and performance. You'll facilitate retrospectives, lead daily stand-ups, manage planning cycles, and ensure all team ceremonies are inclusive, accessible, and effective. You'll also own day-to-day delivery management: overseeing task workflows, surfacing risks, and ensuring cross-functional … collaboration with teams like product, content, and legal. Partnering closely with accessibility leadership, you'll help track OKRs, prioritise strategic initiatives, and report progress across multiple stakeholders. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in DesignOps, Programme Management, or Operations within digital, design, or accessibility teams. Deep understanding of operational frameworks, maturity models, delivery rituals, and continuous improvement methods. Skilled in … tools like Smartsheet, Jira, Miro, Figma, Slack, and Confluence. Experienced in OKR tracking, strategic planning, and managing multiple workstreams simultaneously. Excellent communication and facilitation skills - able to lead meetings, align stakeholders, and clearly synthesise complex information. Comfortable working with legal and procurement teams to support third-party contracting and delivery. Nice to Have: Experience in accessibility, inclusive design More ❯

provide appropriate solutions. The ideal candidate will possess deep industry knowledge, a robust network of potential clients, and a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets through strategic selling. Responsibilities Drives and exceeds revenue and market share in defined target accounts/region. Develops and executes on account strategies in partnership with the business development team Establishes … long term strategic senior level relationships with customers. Identifies influencers and key decision makers within the account establishing and maintaining close relationships with these stakeholders. Manages customer perceptions and the overall customer relationship process. Consistently identifies potential new opportunities and/or solutions with existing or new customers based on deep understanding of needs Participates in proposal creation and … and experience in consultative selling to OEMs. Extremely strong communication, interpersonal, relationship management and professional sales skills. Strong reporting skills as well as time and priority management skills. Strong strategic planning and execution skills. Strong team management skills and high level of ability to work with others as part of a cross-functional team. Self-starter who has More ❯

First-time strategic appointment High growth international organisation, on a steep curve and exciting change About Our Client Our customer is a fast-growing tech and digital business with a global presence across the UK, Europe, the Americas and Asia. Formed through the integration of multiple high-performing teams, they deliver creative, data-led brand experiences for global clients. … a small team and act as a trusted partner to leaders across multiple international locations. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who can confidently balance strategic planning with operational delivery. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a scalable People strategy to support both organic growth and M&A activity Lead on organisational design, workforce planning and leadership development Embed a strong approach to talent development, learning and succession planning Shape reward, recognition, and performance frameworks Integrate newly acquired teams, while preserving and evolving company culture Strengthen internal communications and employer brand globally Ensure alignment between people practices and commercial outcomes Lead and coach a small People team, fostering capability, confidence, and collaboration Oversee More ❯

tier accounting partners located in The North West of England Effective territory management through segmentation and prioritisation of all new and existing Accounting and Bookkeeping Partners. Proactively creating a strategic plan to drive a strong pipeline to meet quarterly goals. Generating a pipeline of qualified opportunities through effective strategic planning, and achieving your target through proactive outbound More ❯

to drive real impact across both internal and client environments. You will be the primary point of expertise for all things cybersecurity at Netteam tX, bridging the gap between strategic planning and operational execution. Working closely with internal teams, clients, and our commercial function. You will be responsible for managing our cyber stack, reviewing and responding to reports More ❯

to drive real impact across both internal and client environments. You will be the primary point of expertise for all things cybersecurity at Netteam tX, bridging the gap between strategic planning and operational execution. Working closely with internal teams, clients, and our commercial function. You will be responsible for managing our cyber stack, reviewing and responding to reports More ❯

thinking and award-winning electricity distribution networks. Morson are proud to be partnering with Electricity North West (ENWL) to recruit an experienced HV Power Systems Engineer to join their Strategic Planning team. This role is pivotal to ensuring the network is fit for the future - supporting new demand and generation connections, including the integration of low carbon and … renewable technologies. As a key part of the planning centre of excellence, you'll work on complex and high-impact studies across the HV network, with a focus on resilience, performance, and enabling net-zero growth across the North West. Key Responsibilities: - Plan and develop the HV distribution network in line with licence conditions, engineering standards, and best practice … DINIS to assess the network under various scenarios What Were Looking For: - Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering - Excellent understanding of the UK power distribution system - Proven experience in network planning or system studies - In-depth knowledge of electrical network components, network operation, design standards, operational policy, and relevant Codes of Practice - Proficiency in IPSA, DINIS or other power system More ❯

is a fantastic opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role and a brand-new team supporting the launch of a new Cyber proposition.This position is part of a strategic national growth initiative set to go live in January 2026. The company is investing heavily in building out its Cyber and Financial Lines capabilities, with Manchester as the central … by 4 additional appointments. Once established, the team will include: Development Underwriters Senior Underwriters Assistant Underwriters This role is less about technical underwriting and more focused on operational leadership, strategic planning, and team management. You’ll be responsible for shaping the structure and workflow of the new team, overseeing performance, implementing new processes, and creating a collaborative, high More ❯