Job Summary:
Do you want to help shape the future of retail? Here's a thought—how about doing that while helping people get a sneak peek of what the world is creating at the same time? We are Smartech Retail Group—a destination for innovation at the world's best department stores. We let people discover, try, and play with the latest innovation, gaming, and e-mobility across our experience-led concept stores globally. Because honestly, why should retail be boring?
As a Retail Project Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring our stores reflect the brand's image and optimize the customer experience through effective visual presentation and store layout. With strong project management and visual merchandising expertise, you'll collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. A proactive, goal-oriented professional, you will build lasting relationships and ensure the seamless execution of retail initiatives that enhance the overall customer journey.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Management
- Plan and manage retail store projects, including new store openings, remodels, and maintenance.
- Develop project timelines and resource allocation plans.
- Coordinate with internal and external teams to ensure project milestones are met.
- Conduct site visits to supervise executions, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with company standards.
- Prepare and present project status reports.
Visual Merchandising:
- Develop and implement visual merchandising (VM) strategies to enhance the customer experience for every new launch.
- Conduct regular store visits to ensure VM standards are consistently applied and maintained.
- Ensure onboarding and VM plans for every product across stores.
- Manage special ‘Hero' projects from ideation to implementation.
- Report maintenance jobs to external contractors for Smartech and Brand Partners.
- Find and liaise with contractors regarding samples, prototypes, and fixtures.
- Work with in-house and freelance designers to visualize the created plans
Requirements and Preferences:
- Experience: 3-5 years as a Retail Project Manager
- Skills: Strong communication, project management and problem solving
- Basic knowledge of design, 2D drawings and Canva are a plus
Other Details:
- Job Title: Retail Project Manager
- Location: Time Square, New York City
- Start Date: March
- Job Hours: Full-Time
- Salary: $70k- $90k/year (Depending on experience)