Asset Development Manager

At Speedy we hire, engage, and retain talented employees who match the capabilities we need. To ensure that you fulfil both your personal and professional ambitions, Speedy offers the right mix of challenges, varied learning, and development opportunities along with competitive packages.Our working environment is supportive, open and honest with teamwork, drive and opportunity being key to our success.An opportunity has arisen for a Asset Development Manager to join our Asset team, to take ownership of delivering all aspects of strategy (Velocity) that relate to asset process and control, co-ordinating activity across the asset team and being a single point of contact for the transformation team. To manage the business relationships with third parties providing A.I and internal stakeholders in setting algorithms, interpreting results and improving machine learning tools to optimise asset purchase, distribution and disposal decisions. To coordinate project and change management within the
asset team, or on strategic projects overseen from time to time by the director. Key accountabilities:Working in conjunction with the transformation team, be responsible for scoping, planning, and delivering all aspects of strategic change initiatives that involve the asset division. This will include programs where the asset director is the sponsor and programs where the asset function are stakeholders, but not leading.Take responsibility for making decisions within the delegated authority of each program to maintain momentum.Ensuring that activity is coordinated and balanced across the asset team, eliminating contradiction, and avoiding conflict.Overseeing quality assurance and testing for transformation activity within the team.Coordinate asset related forecasting using machine learning techniques provided by third parties or internally.Actively contribute to ensuring that parameters are set appropriately, and results are challenged to continually improve business performance resulting
from data insight tools.Provide project management support for strategic projects lead by the director of assets and projects.Provide leadership to support successful change within the asset team.Production of reports and slides for asset team VPR pack detailing progress updates.Lead like you mean it, always working as part of a complete team, win hearts and minds and drive cultural change through teamwork within your area and the wider business. Flexible and capable to quickly adapt to a change and positively support the roll out of Velocity for colleagues and external customers.To present and encourage a safe, positive, and professional work environment for the team and the wider business. Always demonstrate the business valuesEnsure the GDPR policy is always followed.Conducting additional ad hoc duties may be required.Adhere to all policies and procedures.Deliver the sustainability strategy - Decade to Deliver.Accountable for change management within your role which may involve
facilitating and guiding organisational transitions to ensure successful adoption of new ways of working, processes, technologies, or strategies.Develop the Company's people capability and talent pool aligned to business goals, including the identification and development of Speedy's future leaders through succession planning and PDR's all-in accordance with Speedy Career Line of sight. Key competencies:Solid understanding of program management disciplinesEstablished ability for delivery of change across multi-functional teams.Confidence to make own decisions.High levels of personal professional integrityAdvanced data reporting and analytical skillsDesire to seek continuous improvement with a pragmatic approach to problem solvingWhat we offer:Monthly cash car allowance or company carDiscretionary bonus schemeHealth CoverLife assurancePension Scheme26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)Free onsite parking Canteen facilities95% discount across the Speedy brand.My Staff Shop: discounts
and offers for shopping etc. across many suppliers. Green Commute Initiative: Work scheme for cycling Vita - Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Offers free and confidential support and counselling to help you through matters such as wellbeing, divorce, legal, and financial management.We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements and are promoting our Speedy Work Life Balance initiative which is a huge step in realising our ambition of putting our People First!Speedy offer a Career Line of Sight which enables a detailed understanding of the route to progression and growth within the Speedy Group.Please be aware Speedy reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.Please be aware that some roles within The Speedy Group UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or
Security Clearance Check. The Speedy Group is an equal opportunity employer where we embrace diversity in all its forms and fostering an inclusive environment for all people to do the best work of their lives with us. Link below to our policies in line with our ESG Governance. https://www.speedyservices.com/esg/governanceAll applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability status. All roles within The Speedy Group require proof of right to work in the UK by the start of employment.