Integrated Project Manager

Boden; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in retail is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management within a retail context and excel in agile methodologies, fostering collaboration among multifaceted teams while managing stakeholder expectations effectively.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Targeted annual bonus scheme

Generous clothing allowance

Holiday increase with service

Discounts on retail and entertainment

Group personal pension scheme

24/7 Virtual GP service

Free onsite parking and subsidised café

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in project management, ideally for a retailer.
• Strong stakeholder reporting abilities.
• Experience with Agile/Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the initiation, execution, and closure of projects.
• Monitor project progress, risks, and budget.
• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Agile Methodology

Education

Project Management Training or Degree

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Google Sheets

Workfront

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Reporting into the Head of Project Management, the Project Manager oversees the effective delivery of omni-channel branded assets, within budget, to deadline and to the highest possible standard as required, by working with multiple teams.

BENEFITS AT BODEN

• Flexible hybrid working
• Targeted annual bonus scheme
• Generous Boden clothing allowance and 30% discount on all current clothing ranges
• Holiday increase with years of service
• Portal with an array of discounts and cashback offers on retail and entertainment
• Group personal pension scheme and life insurance cover
• 24/7 Virtual GP service for you and your household
• Free onsite parking, teas & coffee stations and subsidised café with free toast for breakfast

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide leadership in the initiation, execution, and closure of each project.
• Develop and maintain the critical path for each project with resources, tasks, dependencies detailed and updated every time there is a change; ensuring timelines are consistently met.
• Ensure correct processes are being followed, being an ambassador for best practise.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, resource issues and budget.
• Ensure all delivery streams are working together effectively, outputs are synchronised where necessary, and dependencies are mapped and managed.
• Create and maintain effective and regular stakeholder communication throughout each project.

THE EXPERIENCE WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Has at least 3-5 years’ experience working in project management either agency or inhouse, ideally for a retailer. Childrenswear experience is desired, but not essential.
• Confident in reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Experience of either being or working collaboratively and closely with a producer.
• Demonstrable experience of project delivery using Agile/Waterfall hybrid methodologies.
• Effective participation in a skilled multi-functional team.
• Has project management training or Degree level or equivalent.
• MS Project, Excel/Google Sheets – use of Workfront desired, but not essential.

A BIT ABOUT YOU

• Collaborative planning and pace-setting.
• Good reporting and communication skills.
• People management and knowing how to get the best from them.
• Confident in chairing meetings with stakeholders from all levels of the business.
• Question and challenge bad process with a focus on the quality of deliverables –identify opportunities for improvement and recommend changes.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and participants in your projects.
• Work collaboratively with multiple teams to ensure we deliver to the crit path.
• Create an environment where everyone on the project feels motivated, committed, and accountable for their role in the project.
• Recognise differences in opinion or approach but be able to work towards a consensus to maintain progress in your projects.