Online Programme Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 8, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 6, 2026. Tesco scores A on the Alion truth index.
About the role
The Online Programme Manager leads the delivery of key digital and online initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned to business objectives. Working across multiple teams and stakeholders, you will drive programme execution, manage risks and dependencies, and help shape the future of Tesco's digital customer experience.
What is in it for you
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- Annual bonus scheme of up to 20% of base salary.
- Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays).
- Private medical insurance.
- 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (12 months service required at the qualifying date) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay, we also offer 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave.
- Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeing.
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You will be responsible for
Following our Business Code of Conduct and acting with integrity, due diligence and accountability.
Developing and delivering the Online plan to achieve short and long-term performance goals.
Driving value through clear programme governance, prioritisation and decision-making.
Leading key cross-functional initiatives, particularly within the Grocery Home Shopping (GHS) proposition.
Coordinating annual planning, Long Term Plans, scorecards and governance updates with central UK teams.
Delivering strategic projects that support Online business priorities and performance.
Partnering with the Digital Leadership Team and MD to provide visibility of programme progress, risks and opportunities.
You will need
Strong understanding of online business models, customer journeys and commercial drivers.
Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Experience delivering cross-functional programmes and business initiatives.
The ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution.
Strong project management and/or PMO experience within an Online or Retail environment.
Good commercial acumen and data-driven decision-making skills.
Excellent communication, presentation and storytelling abilities.
Experience producing high-quality presentations for a range of audiences, including senior stakeholders.
Confidence working in ambiguity and leading initiatives from inception through to delivery.
About us
You might know us as a supermarket, technology company or even for our award-winning mobile network. Truth is, we’re all of those things, and much more. Our colleagues work with one goal in mind, helping to make every day a little better for our customers, colleagues and communities all over the world. No two customers are the same, neither are our colleagues.
At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Spend 60% of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. Whether you're just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we're here to support you. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working, so talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.
We're proud to be an accredited Disability Confident Leader, where everyone’s welcome. That’s why we commit to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need support with your application, click here for more information. And if you're interested in joining our team but don't tick every box, don't let that hold you back from applying.
When you join us in this role, you'll be employed by Tesco Stores Limited, the Tesco legal entity responsible for your employment.