Job Description
Production Project Manager | Retail Display | Manchester
(2 days a week, 3 days remote) | c£35,000 - £40,000
Aim Search are excited to be partnered with a Global Retail Design Agency who partner with global brands to activate retail experience campaigns. We are looking to recruit an experienced Project Manager in the creative agency/retail space.
Who are we looking for?
As Production Project Manager, you will have responsibility for delivery of best-in-class retail experiences. We’re looking for someone who can own the entire project lifecycle to deliver excellent levels of service, provide a seamless customer experience, achieve commercial success, and make a positive impact on the environment.
What you’ll do:
- Understand, develop and own the project plan including project outcome, scope, timeline and resources required
- Own and manage the project budget including cost estimates and tracking of expenses to ensure the project is delivered within budget
- Lead all client communications for the project liaising closely with the account management team
- Build and maintain strong positive working relationships both internally and externally
What you’ll need:
- Previous experience of production project management in the Retail Display industry
- A thorough understanding of design and production processes, materials and resource conditions (retail fixture fabrication experience; POP, SIS and display fixtures)
- Understanding of commercial procurement and supply chain management skills
- Experience providing and negotiating client quotations in line with project budgets
- The ability to build strong working relationships with both internal and external key stakeholders
- An understanding of warehouse and inventory stock management
- Excellent IT skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel etc.
Package on offer:
- Attractive starting salary £35,000+ (depending on experience)
- Hybrid working (minimum two days per week on-site)
- Minimum 25 holidays per annum increasing with length of service (plus bank holidays)
- Social & Charity events
- Pension Salary Exchange Scheme
- Private Healthcare after one year’s service
- Death in Service Cover 3 x Annual Salary
If this sounds like you, please APPLY ASAP