Company Description
Sports Directory is proud to be part of Frasers Group, and we are passionate about uniting Sports with Education. We recognise that education is more than textbooks and classrooms – it’s about building character, encouraging teamwork and nurturing physical and mental well-being.
Our mission is to support teachers and students alike to achieve their full potential supporting teachers to cultivate an environment where physical education is valued just as highly as academic achievement. Founded in 1993, Sports Directory is the number one supplier of Sports education equipment and are specialists in education.
Job Description
We’re looking for a capable and delivery-focused Technical Project Manager to lead projects across our core tech stack, which includes .NET/C#, Shopify, and Microsoft Azure. You’ll take ownership of key initiatives—from scoping through to delivery—working closely with internal stakeholders and external development partners. The role is ideal for someone who understands how to get things done in a tech-driven environment, with enough technical knowledge to manage timelines, challenge assumptions, and make sure work is progressing as expected.
Key Responsibilities
Lead technical projects from concept through delivery, including timelines, scope, resources, and stakeholder management
Manage and coordinate external developers and partners (e.g. Shopify developers, .NET contractors)
Work closely with internal teams to align project requirements with system capabilities
Act as a technical translator between stakeholders and developers—ensuring clarity on objectives and timelines
Oversee integrations between our Shopify storefront and internal systems built in .NET/C#
Manage data workflows and infrastructure hosted on Microsoft Azure, including Azure SQL and App Services
Track project progress, flag risks early, and maintain clear documentation and reporting
Improve internal delivery processes and ensure all technical projects are delivered with rigour and accountability
Qualifications
Required Experience
Proven experience in a Technical Project Manager or Delivery Lead role
Strong working knowledge of .NET/C# development environments (you don’t need to code, but must understand how it works)
Experience with Microsoft Azure, particularly around database architecture, cloud hosting, and app deployment
Familiarity with Shopify (platform workflows, APIs, app integrations)
Experience working with external development teams, agencies, or contractors
Hands-on project management experience using tools like Jira, Asana, Trello, or Azure DevOps
Excellent communication skills—confident managing developers and reporting to non-technical stakeholders
Desirable
Exposure to ERP integrations (e.g. Sage Intacct, NetSuite)
Understanding of Agile or hybrid delivery frameworks
Project management certifications (Scrum Master, Prince2, PMP)
Experience in an eCommerce or retail-tech environment
Additional Information
What’s next?
Our Recruitment Team will be reviewing applications and all candidates will receive a response, whether you are successful or unsuccessful. Shortlisted applicants may be asked to confirm a few key details before being booked in for a first stage interview with the Recruiter- this will be behaviourally focussed and centred around how you align with our Culture and Values. If successful we anticipate two further interview stages with the Hiring Manager/wider team which will be more technically focussed and could include a presentation/task so we can see your skills in action.
