Business Change Specialist

A LITTLE INFORMATION ABOUT US!

Foods Connected is an award winning cloud based software platform that helps retailers and food companies across the world manage their supply chain, quality control and trading and planning management. Our software solutions are currently utilised by 10 of the largest food retailers in the world. As a team, we provide tools that help our customers manage their processes in a fast and efficient way and provide real-time visibility and reporting on what is happening in their business.

At Foods Connected, we recognise that our employees are our most important asset and we value creating a great working environment to ensure our team enjoy coming into the office every day working together and solving problems for our customers. Whether we are in the middle of a fast and intense development sprint, on a Teams call discussing our project statuses or enjoying a game of ping-pong or pool in the office, it is important to us that our employees are happy and delivering the best possible result for our customers

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We’re always keen to welcome talented individuals to join our expanding team. So if you’re driven, with a passion for developing simple software solutions, creating great user experiences, designing scalable solutions for real business challenges and ensuring customer happiness then we’re looking for yo

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This role office location can be based in eith er Derry/Londonderry or Belf ast working on a hybrid bas

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IS THIS SOMETHING THAT INTERESTS**

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This is an exciting role for someone who wants to build deep expertise in transformation, change management, and project management from the ground up. You will work closely with the Senior Transformation Manager on complex programmes, including org redesign, operating model work, technology implementation and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity, while developing your skills across the full range of capabilities in our Transformation and Strategic Change frame

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You will be an individual contributor at this stage, but one with real ownership. Using our T-shirt sizing model (XS, S, M, L, XL), you will independently lead XS and S-sized initiatives and take ownership of specific workstreams within larger M and L programmes lead by our Senior Transformation Manager. This role involves the practical mechanics of delivery including gathering and documenting requirements, coordinating across stakeholders, supporting the implementation and adoption of new systems and tools, and keeping multiple workstreams on track. This is a role for someone who is hungry to learn, comfortable with ambiguity, and wants to make a tangible difference to how Foods Connected

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Given the focus on org redesign, operating models, technology implementation and stakeholder led de

livery,candidates with a with a strong project management instinct, a delivery-focused mindset and are structured analytical thinkers will thriv

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RESPONSIB**

**ILITIES:

Project & Transformation Deliv**

• ery (60%)Support the end-to-end delivery of complex transformation programmes including M&A integration, operating model redesign, and organisational restructuring working closely with Senior Progr
• amme leadOwn and run the delivery of XS and S-sized initiatives independently, and take clear ownership of specific workstreams within larger p
• rogrammesProduce high-quality change deliverables: stakeholder maps, change impact assessments, communications plans, training materials, and statu
• s reportsConduct research and analysis to support programme decision, including benchmarking, readiness surveys, and gap
• analysisSupport technology and system implementations; coordinating rollout activities, tracking adoption, and helping move tools from pilot through to full implementation Participate in and help facilitate stakeholder workshops and engagement sessions, building and maintaining strong working relationships across the
• businessApply change frameworks (ADKAR, Kotter) under guidance, developing confidence to apply them independently
• over timeSupport benefits tracking and maintain programme trackers, logs, and d
• ashboardsPlan and manage project activity using delivery tools and keep plans, tasks, and progress up to date an

d visibleOrganisation Design, Operating Model Support & Implementation Supp

• ort (30%)Support operating model design and organisational redesign projects, including documenting current-state and future-state models, org charts, and rol
• e mappingAssist in analysing M&A integration workstreams — mapping processes, identifying duplication or gaps, and supporting integration
• planningCreate clear, well-structured documentation that helps stakeholders understand and naviga
• te changeConduct process mapping and identify opportunities for improvement within change wo
• rkstreamsSupport technology implementation workstreams; requirements gathering, vendor and tool documentation, testing coordination, and adoption
• trackingAct as a coordination point between stakeholders, delivery teams, and vendors, ensuring information flows and dependencies ar

e managedTeam Contribut

• ion (10%)Contribute to team playbooks, templates, and ways o
• f workingShare learning from projects with the bro
• ader teamProactively seek feedback and act on it, demonstrating the growth mindset

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Qualifications and**

Experienc

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  Essential1-3 years of experience in management consulting or a fast-paced transformation, change, or project de

• livery roleDemonstrable project management or delivery experience — planning work, managing tasks and timelines, coordinating contributors, and getting things done

• to deadlineProven ability to get up to speed quickly in a new domain or business context, you don’t need perfect information to m

• ake a startComfortable working with ambiguity, able to stay productive and make good decisions when priorities shift or the path isn’t fu

• lly definedGenuinely curious, you ask good questions, seek to understand before you act, and are energised by learning

• new thingsDemonstrable interest in or exposure to organisational design, operating models, or M&A/integ

• ration workExposure to technology or system implementation projects, including supporting rollout, adoption, or testing

• activitiesStrong information-gathering skills; able to elicit requirements, ask the right questions, and structure findi

• ngs clearlyStrong analytical and structured thinking skills, able to make sense of complexity and communicate

• it clearlyExcellent written communication, producing clear documentation, presentations, requirements and engaging stakeholde

• r materialsAwareness of change management frameworks (ADKAR, Prosci, Kotter), either formally or throu

• gh practiceCollaborative, curious, and comfortable asking questions, a genuine learne

r's minds

• etDesirableProsci Change Management Intro or equivalent certification (or willingness to unde
• rtake this)Experience supporting an OD, org redesign, or M&am
• p;A projectExposure to Agile delivery methods (Scr
• um, Kanban)Experience in a SaaS, technology, or food indust

ry busine

• ssBENEFITS:Competitive
• Base SalaryGenerous Holiday Package - 25 Days + 10 Publ
• ic HolidaysPrivate Medical, Dental &
• amp; VisionEmployee Wellness Program
• and ClassesFlexible model of hyb

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