Store Technology Project Lead

Card Factory plc; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Store Technology Project Lead to oversee the rollout of in-store systems, including POS and stock management. This pivotal role requires proven IT project delivery experience in retail environments, expertise in vendor management, and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and project management certifications. This position offers a salary between £60,000 and £70,000, a permanent contract, and a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering IT projects in multi-site or retail.
• Strong expertise in POS and stock management technologies.
• Experience in budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of store technology projects, ensuring quality and budget.
• Define requirements and coordinate training for store rollouts.
• Manage vendors and oversee change approvals.

Skills

Delivery of complex IT projects

Expertise in store technologies

Full project lifecycle management

Vendor management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk mitigation

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent

PRINCE2, MSP, or PMI certifications

Job description

# Store Technology Project Lead## About the job**Store Technology Project Lead,**Hybrid working with 2–3 days per week in Wakefield HQWe’re looking for a technical **Store Technology Project Lead** to drive the successful rollout of in-store systems that power our operations—from POS and stock management to replenishment and beyond.In this pivotal role, you’ll oversee a portfolio of mission-critical initiatives, ensuring that technology is deployed, integrated, and fully operational across our stores. You’ll balance delivery pace with risk management, budget control, and vendor performance—while maintaining a sharp focus on stakeholder satisfaction and seamless operational adoption.Reporting into the Head of Store Technology, you’ll hold significant decision-making authority across delivery planning, quality assurance, and cross-functional coordination. If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering impactful change, we’d love to hear from you.**What You’ll Be Getting Up To:**You’ll lead the delivery of store technology projects—like POS, payments, and replenishment—making sure they’re on time, on budget, and meet quality standards. From defining clear requirements to coordinating training and pilot rollouts, you’ll ensure stores are ready for change. You’ll manage vendors, oversee change approvals, and keep deployments smooth and disruption-free. With a sharp eye on risks and strong stakeholder engagement, you’ll help drive seamless tech adoption across our retail estate.**What We’re Looking For:*** Proven track record delivering complex IT projects across multi-site or retail environments* Strong expertise in store technologies including POS, stock management, and infrastructure dependencies* Skilled in full project lifecycle management, including budgeting, scheduling, risk mitigation, and stakeholder engagement* Experienced in vendor management, change planning, and ensuring smooth business readiness and service transition* Degree-level education or equivalent, with formal project management certifications such as PRINCE2, MSP, or PMI preferredJoin us at cardfactory and be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused business where innovation, collaboration, and career growth are at the heart of everything we do.#priorityindeednrThe following content displays a map of the job's location.| OpenStreetMap contributors### Store Technology Project Lead* **Salary** £60,000 - £70,000* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** cardfac/TP/1803145/30956* **Contract Type** Permanent* **Working Hours** 37.5* **Closing Date** 5 March, 2026* **Location** Century House Brunel Road Wakefield 41 Industrial Estate, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 3 February, 2026