Senior Project Manager - Retail Fabrication - Manchester

£40,000 - £50,000 - Client Services
Ref: 745 Date Posted: Thursday 01 May 2025

Senior Project Manager | Retail Fabrication | Manchester (2 days a week, 3 days remote) | c£40,000 - £50,000

Aim Search are excited to be partnered with a Global Retail Design Agency who partner with global brands to activate retail experience campaigns who are looking to recruit an experienced Project Manager in the creative agency/retail space. 

Who are we looking for?
As Production Project Manager, you will have responsibility for delivery of best-in-class retail experiences. We’re looking for someone who can own the entire project lifecycle to deliver excellent levels of service, provide a seamless customer experience, achieve commercial success and make a positive impact on the environment.
 
What you’ll do:
•    Understand, develop and own the project plan including project outcome, scope, timeline and resources required
•    Own and manage the project budget including cost estimates and tracking of expenses to ensure the project is delivered within budget
•    Lead all client communications for the project liaising closely with the account management team
•    Building and maintaining strong positive working relationships both internally and externally

What you’ll need:
•    Previous experience of production project management in the Retail Display industry
•    A thorough understanding of design and production processes, materials and resource conditions
•    Understanding of commercial procurement and supply chain management skills
•    Experience providing and negotiating client quotations in line with project budgets
•    The ability to build strong working relationships with both internal and external key stakeholders
•    Excellent knowledge Project Management methodology
•    The ability to plan, organise and prioritise work in line with project deadlines and team goals.
•    An understanding of warehouse and inventory stock management
•    Excellent IT skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel etc.

Package on offer:
•    Attractive starting salary £35,000+ (depending on experience)
•    Hybrid working (minimum two days per week on-site) 
•    Minimum 25 holidays per annum increasing with length of service (plus bank holidays)
•    Social & Charity events
•    Pension Salary Exchange Scheme
•    Private Healthcare after one year’s service
•    Death in Service Cover 3 x Annual Salary
 
If this sounds like you, please APPLY ASAP!