Project Management - Project Manager II - 3028087

Job#: 3028087

Job Description:

Project Management - Project Manager II

Location: Remote Location, Washington (Remote)

Employment Type: Contract

Role Overview

We are seeking a Field Merchandising Manager to work remotely. This person will be responsible for in-store merchandising planning, launching, communicating, executing, managing, and reporting on our product demos in the US market. This role is instrumental in contributing to the vision for how we present ourselves and ensuring our customers can find, learn, and experience products through physical retail. This position is execution-oriented and is focused on planning, managing, and executing large new and existing programs and projects in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prioritize a high volume of projects across thousands of retail doors, many with tight deadlines.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to align and drive impact and results.
• Act as a liaison between regional 3rd party labor agencies, fixture display companies, and various internal teams.
• Manage 3rd party labor agencies to execute projects in brick-and-mortar retailers to ensure deliverables are met.
• Build highly detailed execution plans for a variety of initiatives across multiple product lines.
• Understand display fixture production and installation processes to prepare workback schedules.
• Track field execution, including progress and results, and prepare reports for internal stakeholders.
• Analyze demo data, identify potential roadblocks, and work with external partners to ensure in-store demo compliance.
• Process all invoices and work with the Field Merchandising Lead to ensure all projects are within budget.

Required Qualifications

Experience: 3+ years of professional experience in either brand-side or vendor-side retail in-store merchandising. 3+ years of project management experience and 3+ years of third-party labor management experience are required. The candidate must have a proven ability to understand the unique operating conditions within various retailers.

Skills: Must have experience sharing program updates across broad teams. The role requires a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to track complex fixture installations. Experience managing relationships with cross-functional stakeholders and external vendors is necessary. The candidate should possess strong interpersonal skills, be an excellent communicator, and be proficient with Google G Suite and Microsoft applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Essilor Luxottica retail partners and their guidelines or processes.
• Experience in planning large-scale executions and installations from concept through production stages.
• Experience working in a highly cross-functional setting.
• Experience maintaining budgets and fiscal responsibility.
• Mobile Carrier and/or Specialty Retailer experience.
• Experience with in-store tech demos or technology in a retail setting.

Compensation & Benefits

The pay rate for this position is between $45.00 and $55.00 per hour. A comprehensive benefits package may be available to eligible employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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