Senior Project Manager (NPD Beauty & Lifestyle)

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the beauty and lifestyle sector is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex projects and manage a diverse team. The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency in advanced Excel. This remote role requires occasional office presence in London and offers a dynamic, fast-paced working environment.

Qualifications

• Experienced project manager with strong leadership skills.
• Proficient in Excel and project management tools.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale projects from planning to execution.
• Oversee and mentor a team of Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.
• Negotiate best pricing for customer specifications with suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Advanced Excel

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Client:

Curated Sourcing

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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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

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.