Are you an experienced Software
As part of our Digital Delivery team and reporting into our Head of Engineering, you will have responsibility for our stores UK wide, which encompasses hardware, software and ePOS. This will include leading our outsourced technical team and delivering short to medium term in-flight programmes, features and enhancements.
The role will be critical to the success of Wickes business as we embark on a 5 year transformation journey. Transforming the store's technology and infrastructure are central to the success of Wickes.
The Role:
- You’ll have an understanding of software testing and quality assurance processes, being able to define test strategies and ensuring thorough testing of developed solutions.
- You’ll have excellent leadership and management skills to guide and motivate the development team.
- Proven track record in project management, with the ability to plan, organise, and coordinate development efforts, manage project risks and issues. Agile methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban, are advantageous.
- You’ll have an understanding of software testing and quality assurance processes, being able to define test strategies and ensuring thorough testing of developed solutions.
- With solid, effective communication, you will be able to build strong relationships with various stakeholders within the business, including business users, project managers, executives, and other departments.
- Managing stakeholder requirements, managing their expectations, and providing technical insights and recommendations to align development efforts with business goals.
Does this sound like you?
- You’ll have knowledge of ePOS systems, PEDs, OMS and understand the integration between them.
- Familiarity with retail systems and technologies is preferable, such as point-of-sale (POS), inventory management, e-commerce platforms and customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
- Retail industry experience or has a strong understanding of retail operations.
- High level of personal integrity, as well as the ability to show an appropriate level of judgement and maturity.
- A critical thinker, strong problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills.
- You’ll have great interpersonal skills and an ability to build strong relationships at all levels and be able to influence.
What's in it for you?
Our strong family values and 'cornerstones' lie at the heart of the success of our journey. If matching your ambition to our culture is an exciting prospect, there's never been a better time to join us.
We’re a team. And teams work best together when they know and respect one another. Listen and learn from one another. So we offer a hybrid working model. Giving you the support you need to do well at work, and the flexibility to make life work for you.
We’ll also equip you with a benefits package that includes:
- Competitive package including an annual bonus and car allowance
- 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays
- Contributory Pension and Life Assurance
- Flexible Hybrid working (2-3 days in Watford)
- Save-as-you-earn scheme
- Colleague discount
- Discount platform including savings and cash back at numerous retailers, savings on gym membership, cycle to work scheme
Our widely recognised wellbeing strategy is something we’re proud of at Wickes. As part of this, we offer a range of health and wellbeing benefits and support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, financial education & loans, and access to parental, menopause, and fertility support.
About Us:
We are a multi-channel retailer operating in the home improvement market. With 40 years in industry, we now generate revenue in excess of £1.3Bn across 230 stores delivered by 8,000+ colleagues.
We care for our people – and we look out for one another. Everyone has a voice. We’re ambitious, but we’re inclusive, supportive and down-to-earth with it. Anyone can build on their talent and expect our support to get on.
Please contact us here if you require any adjustments within the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments at the interview stage you will have an opportunity to inform us when we invite you to interview. Please note, this link is only for reasonable adjustments required - general enquiries, or direct CV applications cannot be accepted via this form.
We want to move fast, what are you waiting for, apply now, application closing date of 28th July.
Please contact us here if you require any adjustments within the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments at the interview stage you will have an opportunity to inform us when we invite you to interview. Please note, this link is only for reasonable adjustments required - general enquiries, or direct CV applications cannot be accepted via this form. 
