Lead - Global Retail Design Project Manager(m/w/x)

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience
• Proven track record leading high-pressure global initiatives in rapidly scaling environments
• Executive presence
• Exceptional ability to distill complex project risks into concise, actionable briefings
• Cross-functional influence
• Demonstrated ability to drive alignment across departments without direct authority
• Ownership and grit
• Mindset thriving in 'creative chaos'
• Comfort with building the plane while flying it
• Proactive action without waiting for a roadmap
• Full-cycle delivery
• Proven ability to deliver large-scale projects on time and within budget
• Discipline in managing administrative 'last mile' (PO creation, vendor onboarding)
• Technical proficiency
• High proficiency in project management tools (Jira preferred)
• Focus on automation and efficient workflow creation
• Communication and presentation skills
• Ability to create clear, compelling presentations
• Industry context
• Understanding of sportswear or premium fashion brands in retail teams (highly welcomed)
• Experience in DTC and B2B retail (plus)
• Sector knowledge
• Experience in architecture, retail design, or construction (plus)
• Core strength in business operations and project delivery

Tasks

• Lead and deliver global retail design projects
• Provide project clarity to senior leadership
• Ensure high-level project communication
• Mitigate project risks proactively
• Manage project dependencies
• Drive cross-functional alignment with partners
• Translate visionary briefs into retail realities
• Manage project finances and administration
• Track project budgets
• Create purchase orders and onboard vendors
• Build creative workflow roadmaps
• Create project plans and schedules in Jira
• Manage 'Last Mile' project delivery
• Collaborate with Legal, Procurement, and Real Estate
• Establish vendor agreements
• Ensure operational readiness
• Oversee pilot installations and global rollouts
• Partner with construction and external contractors
• Manage on-site implementation
• Troubleshoot build-phase complexities
• Ensure physical delivery aligns with design intent
• Champion process improvement and strategic problem-solving
• Identify project bottlenecks proactively
• Optimize workflows for scalability
• Facilitate rigorous design reviews and feedback loops
• Ensure designs meet premium brand standards
• Align designs with strategic objectives
• Track project timelines
• Conduct post-project evaluations
• Implement key learnings and optimizations
• Ensure consistent reporting across the global fleet
• Coordinate diverse internal teams
• Ensure a seamless and identical consumer experience

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