Senior Project Manager - Retail

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Staff discount

Travel opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay seeks a Senior Project Manager with a retail focus to lead store openings, refurbishments, and technology rollouts. You will coordinate with Merchandising, Operations, Marketing, and Vendors to ensure successful project outcomes across multiple sites.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in retail project management, strong communication and leadership skills, and a solid understanding of retail operations and supply chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; PMP certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project management, with significant focus on the retail industry.
• Demonstrated success in managing multi-site retail projects, store fit-outs, or retail technology implementations.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, supply chain, and visual merchandising principles.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools relevant to retail project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of retail projects, including new store openings, refurbishments, and system rollouts.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources, ensuring efficient allocation and cost control.
• Coordinate with internal departments (e.g., Merchandising, Operations, Marketing) and external vendors to achieve project objectives.
• Oversee site selection, design, and construction phases for new retail locations.
• Implement project management best practices tailored to the retail environment.
• Monitor project performance, report on progress, and proactively address risks and issues.

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/marketing or related field

PMP certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-oriented Senior Project Manager with a specialization in the retail sector to join their team in Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This role will involve leading projects focused on store expansions, renovations, technology implementations, and operational improvements across their retail footprint. You will collaborate with marketing, operations, supply chain, and finance teams to ensure seamless project execution and successful business outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity for a project leader with a keen understanding of retail dynamics to drive significant growth and enhance customer experience in Mossel Bay .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of retail projects, including new store openings, refurbishments, and system rollouts.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources, ensuring efficient allocation and cost control.
• Coordinate with internal departments (e.g., Merchandising, Operations, Marketing) and external vendors to achieve project objectives.
• Oversee site selection, design, and construction phases for new retail locations.
• Implement project management best practices tailored to the retail environment.
• Monitor project performance, report on progress, and proactively address risks and issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; PMP certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on the retail industry.
• Demonstrated success in managing multi-site retail projects, store fit-outs, or retail technology implementations.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, supply chain, and visual merchandising principles.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools relevant to retail project execution.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive bonus structure based on project and retail performance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Generous staff discount on products.
• Opportunities for travel within the Western Cape and South Africa.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between office and remote work.