Merchandising Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail project management firm in Exeter is seeking a Retail Display Project Manager to oversee high-impact retail programs across the UK and Europe. This role involves end-to-end planning and coordination of retail display initiatives, managing vendor relationships, timelines, and budgets. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in retail project management, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. This position offers a full-time contractor role with an initial 12-month contract likely to extend.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in retail project management.
• Strong project tracking and effective communication.
• Experience in budget management and PO tracking.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of retail design and technical elements.
• Manage project documentation and timelines.
• Coordinate with vendors and resolve asset-related issues.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Budget management

Stakeholder coordination

Conflict resolution

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

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? Contract: Initial 12-month contract (very likely to extend)

? Type: Full-Time | Contractor

Are you passionate about bringing retail experiences to life through innovative displays and immersive environments? We’re looking for a Retail Display Project Manager to lead the execution of high-impact retail programs across the UK and Europe.

? About the Role

As a European Retail Display Project Manager, you’ll oversee the end-to-end planning, coordination, and delivery of retail display initiatives—ranging from permanent fixture installations to campaign-based pop-ups. You’ll collaborate with internal teams, external agencies, and retail partners to ensure seamless execution and exceptional customer experiences.

• Lead the delivery of retail design, campaign, and technical elements across fixture programs and activations.
• Manage project documentation, timelines, and execution plans.
• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and creative teams to resolve asset-related issues.
• Track budgets, manage purchase orders, and oversee payment workflows.
• Host weekly vendor calls to monitor progress and ensure deadlines are met.
• Support internal process improvements to drive efficiency across retail programs.
• Provide hands-on support to ensure project momentum and success.

What You’ll Bring

• 3+ years of experience in retail physical project management within large organizations.
• Proven track record managing fixture production and implementation with retail partners.
• Strong project tracking and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; Google Workspace experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and high attention to detail.
• Budget management experience including PO generation and spend tracking.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Adaptability to different organizational cultures and structures.