Project Manager – Visual Merchandising Operations

24 Seven Talent; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent retail brand is seeking a Project Manager of Visual Merchandising Operations to oversee design and production processes across retail and wholesale. This hybrid role requires strong project management skills, vendor management experience, and a background in retail visual merchandising. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. Join a dynamic team and contribute to exciting brand initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in retail visual merchandising.
• Experience in a corporate or global environment.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design, production, and rollout of visual merchandising projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for cross-functional teams and vendors.
• Oversee the Visual Merchandising (VM) calendar for smooth coordination.

Skills

Retail visual merchandising

Vendor management

Budget tracking

Project management

Adobe Creative Suite

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Visual Merchandising, Fashion Design, Retail Marketing

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

PowerPoint

Asana

Job description

Project Manager – Visual Merchandising Operations

A leading brand in the retail and athletic apparel industry is seeking a Project Manager of Visual Merchandising Operations to support end-to-end design and production across retail and wholesale environments in North America. This role combines creative project management, vendor coordination, and operational execution to ensure seamless seasonal rollouts and retail experiences.

About the Role

• Manage the design, production, and rollout of visual merchandising and retail experience projects for both retail and wholesale channels
• Serve as the primary point of contact for cross-functional teams and vendors, managing timelines, approvals, and quality control
• Oversee the Visual Merchandising (VM) calendar, ensuring smooth coordination for GTM launches, events, new store openings, and construction timelines
• Partner with creative, operations, and finance teams to manage purchase orders, track budgets, and maintain cost‑effective execution
• Support the visual merchandising design process, ensuring all work aligns with brand strategy, creative guidelines, and consumer expectations
• Lead meetings, maintain documentation, and manage the Visual Inbox and related systems to ensure operational excellence
• Collaborate closely with the Sr. Manager of Creative Visual Merchandising and Operations and help mentor two direct reports

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of experience in retail visual merchandising, including 2–4 years in a corporate or global environment
• Proven ability to manage multiple high-priority projects with tight deadlines and cross-functional dependencies
• Strong background in vendor management, inventory control, and budget tracking
• Bachelor’s degree in Visual Merchandising, Fashion Design, Retail Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), PowerPoint, and project management tools (Asana or similar)
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills — able to guide teams and manage expectations across departments
• Experience fostering collaboration and creative excellence within a fast‑paced, growing retail brand

Details

• Hybrid: 3 days onsite at Boston Landing or Lawrence, MA
• Contract role with potential for extension

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Project Management and Design