Product Owner

Product Owner - 12 month FTC

We have been retained to appoint a

Product Owner

for a scaling technology business at the forefront of retail process simplification.

The Role

This is an opportunity to shape and deliver new technology solutions in a business that thrives on innovation, agility, and commercial impact.

You’ll take ownership of the product backlog, translating business needs and customer priorities into clear, outcome-driven deliverables. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll define success measures, facilitate structured decision-making, and oversee timely, value-focused delivery.

This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-moving SME environment, where adaptability, clarity, and focus on value are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Own and manage the product backlog, ensuring clarity, alignment, and readiness.

Translate requirements into user stories with clear acceptance criteria.

Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to prioritise work effectively.

Facilitate planning and sizing sessions with the development team.

Monitor delivery progress, proactively manage risks, and communicate with stakeholders.

Enable pragmatic Agile delivery in a scaling environment.

About You

You’ll bring:

3+ years of experience as a Product Owner or in a similar product/delivery role.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Excellent communication skills to influence and align technical and commercial stakeholders.

Proven ability to break down complex problems and define actionable outcomes.

A proactive, adaptable mindset with strong commercial awareness.

Experience in Agile delivery environments and familiarity with tools such as Azure DevOps (or similar).

It would be an advantage if you have:

Experience within grocery retail, FMCG, or other fast-paced sectors.

Exposure to UX/UI principles.

Experience collaborating with nearshore/offshore partners.

Practical Details

Location:

Based near Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire.

Hybrid:

Office days are Tuesday and Thursday; flexibility to work remotely on other days.

Requirement:

You must be a car owner and driver due to the semi-rural office location.

Eligibility:

Candidates must have the permanent right to work in the UK without restriction