IT Digitalisation Project Leader (Interim)

OBEX is looking for a hands-on Digitalisation Project Leader to spearhead an exciting 12-month business transformation programme. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced project professional who thrives on improving processes, implementing technology, and delivering real business change.

Working closely with teams across Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Technical, Supply Chain and IT, you will lead digitalisation initiatives that improve efficiency, visibility, compliance, reporting and process control across the business

About OBEX

OBEX is a global manufacturer and supplier of specialist construction products, with operations in the UK, Australia and France. We are passionate about innovation, growth and challenging the status quo to create safer, higher-performing buildings worldwide. Our culture is built around teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement, reflected in an employee Net Promoter Score of 79.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading digitalisation and business transformation projects from concept through to implementation
• Identifying opportunities to replace manual processes with efficient digital workflows
• Mapping, improving and standardising business processes
• Managing project plans, timelines, risks and stakeholder engagement
• Supporting automation and real-time data management initiatives
• Driving adoption of new systems and ways of working across the business
• Working closely with operational teams across two Worcester sites
• Reporting project progress, risks and outcomes to senior leadership
• Championing a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and positive change

We are interested in practical, action-oriented individuals who enjoy rolling up their sleeves and making things happen.

You will ideally have:

• Experience delivering business transformation or digitalisation projects
• Strong project management and stakeholder management skills
• Experience within manufacturing, engineering, construction products or a similar operational environment
• Knowledge of process improvement, continuous improvement and process mapping techniques
• Experience using business systems and reporting tools to improve performance
• A collaborative approach with the ability to influence at all levels
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A resilient, adaptable and self-motivated mindset
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and ideally Dynamics 365 Business Central

Pulled from the full job description

• Referral programme
• Financial planning services
• Gym membership
• Free parking
• Additional leave
• Profit sharing
• Company pension, * 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 25 days in 2027)
• Paid birthday leave
• Holiday buy-back scheme
• Growth By Sharing quarterly bonus scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Mental health support
• Employee recognition awards
• Christmas shutdown
• Genuine opportunities for future career progression within a growing global business

Our Values

We look for people who are:

Hungry. Humble. Smart.

And who live our values every day:

Dependable Driven Integrous Transparent Generous

Apply Today

If you’re passionate about digital transformation, enjoy working closely with people, and want the opportunity to leave a lasting legacy in a growing international business, we’d love to hear from you.

Pay: From £50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Financial planning services
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Profit sharing
• Referral programme