Project Specialist - Junior

Global Technical Talent; Marlborough; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A Fortune 500 retailer in Marlborough is seeking a Fixture Development Specialist to support the Fixture Development team in creating and implementing retail fixtures. Responsibilities include managing project tasks, vendor communication, and cost forecasting. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of project management experience, a relevant degree, and proficiency in tools like Oracle and Excel. This role offers a hybrid work model with competitive pay and benefits including medical and retirement plans.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans

401k Retirement Fund

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of project management experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in retail fixtures, store planning, or retail construction.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, MS Office, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide support on fixture development projects.
• Create and edit purchase orders; troubleshoot invoice issues.
• Track prototype fixture manufacturing and delivery.

Skills

Project management

Purchasing & vendor coordination

Advanced Excel & cost forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Architecture, Interior Design, or Engineering

Minimum of 5 years relevant experience

Tools

Oracle

Sage estimating software

PowerPoint

MS Project

MS Office

Teams

Job description

Fixture Development Specialist

• Fixture Design Specialist
• Retail Fixture Development Coordinator
• Store Planning & Fixture Specialist

Location: Marlborough, MA

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Start: As Soon As Possible
• Pay Rate: $25–$30/hr

Job Summary

The Fixture Development Specialist supports the Fixture Development team in the creation, testing, and implementation of new retail fixtures for all company brands. This role manages complex project tasks, vendor communication, procurement functions, prototype reviews, and cost forecasting. The specialist will collaborate cross-functionally with construction, design, planning, and supplier partners to ensure accurate execution of fixture programs in stores.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support on fixture development projects in coordination with the Fixture Development team.
• Create and edit purchase orders; troubleshoot and close invoice issues in Oracle.
• Track prototype fixture manufacturing and ensure timely deliveries.
• Communicate project deliverables with vendors, stakeholders, and project managers.
• Update tracking documents, including project overviews, budgets, and status reports.
• Run and analyze Oracle historical store data to determine fixture generations and store-level quantities.
• Review architectural floor plans, elevations, and site photos for project validation.
• Use Sage estimating software and Excel to forecast project costs and fixture needs.
• Create PowerPoint packets detailing test items, installation steps, and fixture documentation.
• Develop training materials such as cheat sheets and fixture manuals for rollout initiatives.
• Review and approve technical drawings to ensure accuracy and feasibility.
• Support cost negotiations, quantity forecasting, and budget development.
• Conduct physical evaluations of prototype fixtures to ensure quality, functionality, and compatibility with existing components.

Required Experience

• 1–3 years of project management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Architecture, Interior Design, or Engineering; or 5+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• 3–5 years of experience in retail fixtures, store planning, or retail construction.
• 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing, purchasing, import forecasting, and logistics.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, MS Office, and Teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Works independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with laminates, steel, aluminum, substrates, and materials used in fixture manufacturing.
• Experience with Lucernex, Oracle, Photoshop, and Autodesk applications.

Required Skills

• Project management
• Purchasing & vendor coordination
• Advanced Excel & cost forecasting

Preferred Skills

• Technical drawing review
• Fixture material knowledge
• Cross-functional communication

Additional Skills from Original Description

• Oracle PO creation and troubleshooting
• Sage estimating software
• PowerPoint training documentation
• Prototype fixture evaluations
• Budget development & status tracking

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Company

A Fortune 500 off-price apparel and home fashion retailer with more than 4,500 stores across the U.S. and internationally. The company offers exceptional value across diverse product categories and is committed to fostering inclusion, sustainability, and responsible business practices.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients include Fortune 500 companies across banking, insurance, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail sectors in the U.S. and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!

Job Number

25-29230