Project Manager (NPD Beauty & Lifestyle)

Curated Sourcing; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Greater London is seeking a Senior Project Manager. This role involves leading complex projects, managing and mentoring a team, and ensuring high standards in project delivery. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, leadership qualities, and advanced knowledge of project management tools, especially Excel. This position allows for remote work with occasional office visits. Competitive salary of £34,000 - £37,000 plus bonuses is offered.

Qualifications

• A driven and experienced project manager with a can-do attitude.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects.
• Proficient in advanced Excel functions and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale projects from planning to execution.
• Oversee and mentor a team of Project Managers.
• Negotiate pricing with suppliers/manufacturers.
• Produce detailed production briefs for logistics teams.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Advanced Excel

Verbal communication

Written communication

Tools

CRM tools

Google Sheets

PowerPoint

Job description

Are you a driven and experienced project manager looking for a challenging and dynamic role? We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and are particularly interested in candidates who can bring a fresh perspective to our organisation.

About Us

Curated Sourcing creates on-trend bespoke products and accessories for brands and retailers in the beauty, lifestyle, and fashion sectors. Our clients include prominent names such as Net-A-Porter, SpaceNK, Cult Beauty, Beauty Bay, FeelUnique, Charlotte Tilbury, Jo Loves, and Kate Somerville.

About You

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager who can lead from the front, taking charge of complex projects and managing a team of Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers. You should be exceptionally organised, with strong numerical skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. An interest in the latest trends in beauty and fashion merchandising is a plus, but your primary strength should be in driving projects to successful completion. Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with other project management tools are essential.

You Are

• A strong leader with a can-do attitude.
• Adventurous and ambitious in your approach.
• Excellent at managing both projects and teams.
• Confident, decisive, and determined.
• Organised and calm under pressure.
• Skilled in verbal and written communication.
• Professional and confident in telephone communications.
• Proficient in Excel (advanced formulas, VLOOKUPs, etc.).
• Comfortable collaborating with international production teams.
• Assertive and independent, with a strong sense of self-reliance.

Role Brief

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be at the helm of our pre‑production management team. Your main responsibilities will include understanding customer merchandise requirements, liaising with factories for pricing and samples, and ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards. You will also manage and mentor a team of Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers, guiding them to achieve their project goals and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large‑scale projects from planning to execution and delivery.
• Oversee and mentor a team of Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.
• Obtain customer brief information and act as a soundboard for customer ideas.
• Negotiate the best pricing for customer specifications with suppliers / manufacturers.
• Manage bespoke sample production and relay feedback to suppliers / manufacturers.Keep customers updated with critical paths and sampling timelines.
• Produce detailed mass production briefs for production and logistics teams.
• Manage our CRM / PM tools to keep project information up to date in real‑time.

IT Experience

• Proficient in internal CRM / Project Management Tools.
• Advanced use of Excel, Google Sheets and PowerPoint.

Location

This role is primarily remote, with occasional days in a London-based office.

Hours

8am to 5pm Monday to Friday

Salary

£34,000 - £37,000 + Bonus / Commission

If you are a proactive and experienced project manager looking to take on a leadership role in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and help us continue to deliver exceptional products to our prestigious clients.