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Retail Project ManagerLocation: Clearwater, FLLast Updated: 03/02/2010Job Description:Position Summary:Plans, implements, schedules and monitors the progress of assigned projects. Ensures that the final product meets the customer's expectations and requirements and is within budget of the scope of the contract.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:.Responsible for the development and execution of assigned projects..Acts as a liaison between VeriFone and the customer to ensure that the customer's requirements and expectations are met..Initiates project development cycle and monitors project progress to ensure that project is on time and within budget..Foster open and clear communications between other internal organizations to improve our customer value..Coordinates internal resources and monitors the progress to ensure that project is running smoothly..Coordinates and monitors activities of third party service providers if applicable to ensure the service procedures are followed and handled effectively..Implements methods and procedures for capturing costs and billing for each project..Escalates problems and follows up to ensure resolution..Conducts project status sessions, produces reports and briefings for management..Facilitate meetings as needed with external customers and internal staff to discuss current and outstanding account/project issues..Sr. Account/Project Manager may lead, train and/or provide direction to other Account/Project Managers..Travel as required..Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge and ExperienceBachelor Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or other related field activities or the equivalent experience.Minimum of 5 years directly related experienceMicrosoft Project experience preferred.Skills/AbilityStrong interpersonal skills and communication skills to interact with all levels of an organizationProficiency with PCs and common software applicationsAbility to work independently and within a team environmentStrong organizational and multitasking capabilities.
Job Title: Marketing Research Project Manager - Retail distribution / POS Systems
Company: Location: Boston, MA
Description:
Go To Market Consulting, LLC is an independent consulting group specializing in launching European and US products into market by providing tactical marketing, operational, and IT consulting services to companies of all sizes.
We are currently searching for a contract marketing research project manager to manage a market research project and to conduct or organize primary and secondary research initiatives for a Point of Sales IT system. The position has general responsibility for the planning, management and execution of this project. Specifically, project will require individual to assess best approach of acquiring opinions of target audience. (Contact list has already been secured.) Project manager is also responsible for managing/executing primary research, secondary research and assisting with final report. Requires some on-site work, but telecommuting is an option. The candidate will start immediately and the project will require 40 hours week. Please submit resume with hourly rate.
Qualifications:
Bachelor?s degree, Masters degree preferred
3-5 years of marketing research experience
Experience with POS systems a plus
Experience in data analysis
Experience in Project Management a plus
Effective at prioritizing research milestones
Requires minimal supervision
French speaking a plus
Location - Arlington Heights
This is a Full Time, contract job
Telecommuting is an option
Job Title: Project Manager - Data Transformation
Company: Redbox Automated Retail, LLC
Location: Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Description:
Redbox Automated Retail, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Coinstar, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSTR), offers new release DVD through its network of conveniently located, self-service kiosks. Redbox is available at more than 15,000 locations nationwide, including select McDonalds restaurants, leading grocery and convenience stores, and Wal-Mart and Walgreens locations in select markets. For more information, visit www.redbox.com. Information about Coinstar can be found at www.coinstar.com. Project Manager Data Transformation Temporary End Date 12/31/2010 Position Purpose: Redbox is seeking a seasoned Project Manager with excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. The right candidate has the ability to work well in an extremely fast-paced environment, and has the desire to play a critical role in building data transformation solutions for the business. Redbox Project Managers are detail-oriented, passionate, and dedicated to leading, planning and executing technology projects that are delivered on time and with exceptional results. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: ? Lead project, release, and iteration planning meetings? Proactively manage scope, risk, quality, and resource concerns? Implement project controls appropriate to scope, risk, type of project, and according to our project management standards? Communicate project status, risk, milestones and issues? Manage multiple technology projects concurrently
Job Title: Technical Project Manager
Company: FiftyOne
Location: New York, NY
Description:
Company OverviewFiftyOne Global Ecommerce uses innovative, industry-leading technology to empower leading U.S. retailers to utilize their existing ecommerce infrastructure and online shopping experience to market, sell, and fulfill merchandise to international shoppers with cost certainty. FiftyOne manages all aspects of the international order life cycle, from multicurrency merchandising and payments to global logistics, local delivery, and customer service. FiftyOne is powering international ecommerce for such top brands as Anthropologie, Brookstone, Drugstore.com, Nordstrom, Overstock.com, and many others. Please visit www.fiftyone.com for more information.Job SummaryWe are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Technical Project Manager to provide front-line project management support for the FiftyOne Global Ecommerce solution. This position leverages your combination of a technical background and a strong business orientation to interface cross-functionally with both internal Professional Services and Merchant Services team members and external groups such as merchant business / technical representatives and system integrators. The primary goal for this role is to ensure that merchant launch milestones are met, internal resources are applied efficiently and information is distributed appropriately in the support of on time merchant launches.The successful candidate will report to the Director of Professional Services in this demanding and highly visible position with touch points across the company and its merchant customer base. There are excellent growth and career development opportunities for the right person.We often work simultaneously on multiple storefront launches, along differing timelines so you should have strong organizational, project and time management skills and an ability to effectively prioritize project work. Your success in the position will be measured by your contribution to the on time launch goal, so you will be expected to maintain and will be given a high degree of ownership in the projects.Position ResponsibilitiesSpecific responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Assisting with on-boarding new merchants, post-contract signing * Configuring project management system for new merchants and performing administrator-level activities to set up and maintain accounts and permissions * Reviewing project requirements and recommending milestones for team consensus * Assisting with scheduling and participating in project kickoff and regular internal and external progress meetings * Assisting with the creation of agendas and presentations for client meetings * Adjusting timelines based on mid-project scope of work changes * Responding to customer inquiries during the implementation process, providing access to relevant technical documents or involving the appropriate technical or non-technical colleagues for support * Monitoring project status and identifying and escalating risks to on-time launches, logging issues in the ticketing system * Assisting with the rapid and successful resolution of issues to minimize delays or other negative impacts * Maintaining a close watch on critical, high visibility issue resolution for live merchant storefronts * Producing periodic project status reports * Assisting with product integrity testing for merchant storefronts pre-launch * Facilitating smooth handoff to Account Manager upon merchant launch * Assisting with post-launch feedback collection and analysis * Assisting with the rollout of periodic new feature releases and the project management of merchant adoption of such features * Assisting with the identification and execution of process improvement initiatives * Assisting with the identification, requirements gathering and submission of product improvement change requests in working closely with the Product team * Assisting with the improvement of technical documentation through the identification and closing of knowledge gaps * Maintaining high rate of client satisfactionMinimum Qualifications * Bachelor*s Degree with a concentration in one of the following fields: Business, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering * Minimum of 5 years related professional experience in a technical project management capacity * Moderate understanding of computer programming and ecommerce principles, technologies and terminology * Excellent computer, presentation, communication and time management skills * Experience working on technical projects of varying sizes, including for both public and private companies * Skilled in the use of project management systems or software * Go-getting problem solver with an ability to dive into details without losing sight of the high level project scope and goals * Ego-free team player with an orientation toward coming together to accomplish shared goals * Pride in the quality of your work * Prior ecommerce project management experience desirable but not required * PMI certification desirable but not requiredHow to applyInterested candidates should submit their resume and an accompanying cover letter to Register to View , with the position being applied for in the subject of the email.
Job Title: IT Project Manager - Exciting Opportunity
Company: Location: Los Angeles, CA
Description:
Growing company headquatered in El Segundo is seeking a IT Project Manager to plan, execute and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes securing resource time and coordinating the efforts of team members and third party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. Define project objectives and oversee quality control through the development life cycle. Manage project budgets and invoicing with vendors and 3rd party contractors. Track and report expenses to make sure all purchases remain within the approved budgets.
Reports to IT Director, dept of 35 staff. Open due to a promotion.
System: Oracle, Peoplesoft, Windows, POS Retail
Responsibilities:
Project /Practice Management
? Creates and executes project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
? Identifies resources needed and assigns individual responsibilities.
? Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope.
? Reviews deliverables prepared by team before passing to stakeholders.
? Effectively applies our methodology and enforces project standards.
? Prepares for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.
? Minimizes our exposure and risk on project.
? Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
? Identifies opportunities for improvement and makes constructive suggestions for change.
? Manages the process of innovative change effectively.
? Consistently acknowledges and appreciates each team member's contributions.
? Effectively utilizes each team member to his/her fullest potential.
? Motivates team to work together in the most efficient manner.
? Keeps track of lessons learned and shares those lessons with team members.
? Mitigates team conflict and communication problems.
? Manages day-to-day IT/business interaction.
? Sets and manages business expectations.
? Develops lasting relationships with business personnel that foster strong ties.
? Communicates effectively with business and vendors to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions.
? Continually seeks opportunities to increase business satisfaction and deepen relationships.
Project Accounting
? Tracks and reports team hours and expenses on a weekly basis.
? Manages project budget.
? Ensures timely and accurate invoicing, and monitors receivables for project.
? Follows up, when necessary, regarding unpaid invoices.
? Analyzes project ROI and utilization.
Skills/Education:
? 5 years or more experience in IT project management.
? Experience with at least one project management methodology a plus.
? Experience in at least one large enterprise deployment a plus.
? Experience in an off-shore model a plus.
? PMI or similar certification a plus.
? Retail or distribution environment preferred.
? BS degree desired.
? Prior Retail experience, POS environment
? Supply Chain experience +
Please send resume as a word attachment along with salary history to Register to View
Job Title: Construction Project Manager - Luxury Retail
Company: KMM Staffing
Location: New York, NY
Description:
Midtown luxury fashion company is looking for a Project Manager to manage the design and construction of boutiques and shop in shops for the brand. This individual will be responsible for insuring that goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frames and funding parameters. They will outline work schedules and manage a project team of engineers,architect(s),suppliers and contractors.
Candidates must have 5-10 years of retail construction experience, knowledge of metric measuring systems, and be fluent in Italian. A degree in Architecture is also required.
Please send your resume for consideration to: Register to View
Job Title: SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER - Luxury Residential Interior Design
Company: Bliss Design
Location: Corona del Mar, CA
Description:
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER – Luxury Residential Interior Design, Newport BeachWorld class design firm seeks a professional Senior Project Manager to manage and execute all facets of a high volume of residential design projects. A fantastic opportunity for the right person - work must be your priority and you must thrive in an intense, challenging, demanding environment. Excellent opportunity to grow and learn. RESPONSIBILITIES:Full accountability and ownership of 20+ interior design projects – down to each finite detail, including: Preparation and management of client presentations, excluding product selection, although you may have input depending upon your style. This includes space planning, printing, pricing, and organizing presentations. Complete accountability for all purchasing to include: ¨ Review all orders to ensure merchandise is ordered correctly to client specifications ¨ Ensure all elements of custom product are correct, including measurements, hardware, finish, type of wood, etc¨ Follow up with expeditor to ensure orders from vendors are received correctly and on time¨ Process RMA's and confirm credit to accountResidential space planning New product sourcing – furniture, accessories, lighting, window treatments, paint colors, etc. Product pricing Manage and motivate one assistant and one project manager Coordinate with and manage contractors Coordinate and manage deliveries and installations Coordinate client account balances and payments on account Collect funds from clients Interface with warehouse and merchandising personnel to ensure timely delivery and installation At Bliss, the Client ALWAYS comes first - SPM must be able to work SUPERBLY with clients and exercise outstanding follow up - regularly updating them as to project progress and arranging all deliveries and installations around the client's needs. Be on call at ALL TIMES to clients, vendors, and contractors. If an installation is taking place on the east coast at 9 am, and it is 6 am in California, the SPM must be available by phone (cell phone ON) to handle anything that might go wrong or need attention. REQUIREMENTS:Work must be your first priority History of working 60 hours per week INCREDIBLE detail orientation Excellent people management skills Thrives under pressure Positive Mental Attitude Intensity Emotional Self Control Positive, whatever-it-takes attitude Residential design experience Space planning experience Experience working with contractors Strong organizational skills Understanding of all aspects of constructions Ability to sketch Experience with design consulting, handling and all phases of the project with clients Knowledge of quality high-end and custom furniture Ability to multitask in fast-paced environment Excellent problem solving skills Enthusiastic Office administration skills Team player Resourceful ABOUT OUR COMPANY:We are family owned and operated with ongoing operations since 1972. Currently we have locations in Dallas, Atlanta, and Newport Beach. We specialize in cutting edge residential design with the objective of elating each client. The product we purvey is among the finest available in their respective categories and many of our pieces are one of a kind, imported from France and Italy. The company has a long tradition of providing each customer the highest level of service. The Bliss Design team has received national and local acclaim. Several of our designers are published in national shelter magazines.www.blissdesignfirm.com www.blisslinens.com www.blissstudio.com If you are interested please e-mail your resume AND work samples/portfolio to Register to View . MUST include GPA if you have graduated in last 5 years.VALUED APPLICANT:Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. If you are not contacted for this position, please accept our sincere thanks and appreciation for your interest!PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT US except via email.
Job Title: Business Services Project Manager- Finance
Company: The TJX Companies
Location: Framingham, MA
Description:
Why TJX? Are you ready to explore the corporate side of retail? The TJX Companies, Inc. is the world's largest off-price retailer, and is comprised of: T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, and A.J. Wright in the United States, Winners, HomeSense and StyleSense in Canada and T.K. Maxx and HomeSense in Europe. With over $19 billion in revenues, eight businesses, more than 2,500 stores, and almost 130,000 Associates, success is always in style at TJX. We at TJX understand that both our customers and the talent pool from which our Associates come are increasingly diverse. Our core values of respect, integrity and fairness are inherent in the relationships we build with each other, our vendors and our customers. We are committed to leveraging the differences among our Associates and customers to create both a diversified mix of talent within TJX and a diversified mix of merchandise within our stores. We consider the unique views and opinions of our Associates to be the key to our growth and success in the future. We currently have the following opportunity available: BUSINESS SERVICES PROJECT MANAGER - FINANCE The Project Manager will be part of the Business Services team and work closely with the Oracle Finance systems teams supporting Oracle’s E-Business Suite and legacy Finance applications. Interact with business users and guides the Project Leader and Business Analysts in development and testing. Review business requirements and oversee the design of test plans. Direct the day to day Project Leader and Business Analyst activities including the building of system configuration and problem solving. Acts as the primary business services liaison to the users and provide long term guidance and support to the TJX Finance business partners. Responsible for the outcome of assigned projects and coordinates key aspects of the project life cycle, beginning with the initial analysis through post implementation support adhering to all Sarbanes Oxley requirements. Supervises, develops and evaluates the performance of a team of Business Analysts. Monitors, tracks and reports project status to ensure that projects are completed on time and within approved budget. Analyzes business and or/system processes to identify problems, opportunities and needs. QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent work experience. 7-10 years of prior business analysis experiences and 5+ years of staff management experience. Proven ability to manage and develop team of Business Analysts. Retail experience preferred. 5 + years of Oracle E-Business Suite experience including finance and procurement. Prior experience with finance legacy systems a must. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and be able to adapt to changing business needs. Strong follow up skills and problem solving ability a must. Must have strong analytical and interpersonal skills, as well as outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Exceptional leadership skills and presentation skills required. Excellent negotiation skills and proven ability to build partnerships with internal and external partners. Must be able to work well with cross functional teams and be able to work effectively with all levels within an organization. Prior experience with Prince2 is a plus. Strong understanding of Systems Development Life Cycle. What's In It For You?At the TJX Companies, Inc., conveniently located directly off both the Mass Pike and Route 9, you'll not only enjoy the security of working for a stable and profitable industry leader, but you'll also enjoy the benefits that go along with it, such as: Medical/Dental/Life insurance, a Dependent Care Spending Account, Associate Discounts and a Savings/Profit Sharing 401(k) Plan.Click Here for a full list of the benefits of working for The TJX Companies, Inc.For more information on the Nationwide Community Support efforts of TJX, Click Here.TJX is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity
Job Title: eCommerce Ranch Project Manager homedepot.com
Company: The Home Depot
Location: Atlanta, GA
Description:
POSITION PURPOSE -We are seeking world-class talent looking to build a career with the world?s largest home improvement retailer, operating more than 2,200 store locations in the U.S, Canada and Mexico. Specifically, your role in homedepot.com will place you at the center of one of the top 40 retail websites that is experiencing an exciting growth trajectory. You will be exposed to the latest Web technologies including J2EE, Websphere, and numerous industry-leading Web technologies running at large, enterprise scale. You will work with IT teams and business partners to understand strategic initiatives as well as deliver leading-edge online capabilities that also support Home Depot?s retail business. You will apply advanced problem-solving techniques and coordinate with other core team members to resolve system issues, maintain complex business logic and identify and implement innovative solutions.- Responsible for managing resource on-boarding / off-boarding, performance to SOW structure, financial tracking and reporting for eCommerce Ranch.- Forecast and manage resource demand based on project prioritizationMAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - Project Control. Develops an effective plan for controlling the project scope, schedule and cost baseline, and monitors the project execution to ensure that the plan is being followed. Creates and effectively coordinates documentation to explain changes to the baseline, and ensures the approved changes are implemented. Maintains logs of all submitted changes and their status. Must be able to manager matrix resources and perform resource leveling when necessary.Project Communications. Develops an effective plan for communicatig project information to the project team and to the project stakeholders. Develops written status reports, determines project status codes, and creates and presents project review documents to senior management. Collects and documents project issues, and manages their timely resolution. Project Risk Management. Leads the definition of project risks, and the required mitigation approaches. Monitors project activities for the occurrence of risks, and takes timely action to mitigate the risk. Advises project team members and stakeholders of actions required or completed. Project Lessons Learned. At the completion of a project, captures lessons learned, and communicates those to other project managers. Effectively applies lessons learned in subsequent projects.Project Environment. Shares responsibility with the project leadership team for providing a good working environment. Ensures teams are staffed, duties and responsibilities are understood by everyone, and that an inclusive environment is maintained.NATURE AND SCOPE - Typically reports to Manager Information Services, Sr Project Manager or Director Information Services.No associates report to this role on a permanent basis, but requires the leadership of a work group: assign and review work, train and contribute to performance appraisal (but not hiring, firing or disciplinary action).ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS -
Description:
The Project Manager, Retail coordinates non-hosted (Content Reserve) and hosted retail (MIDAS) bookstore projects. This person drives the development of the customer?s retail book platform from inception through launch, and provides ongoing support and project management to such customers. This person is responsible for merchandising content at MIDAS sites on an ongoing basis. Additionally, incumbent engages with credit card vendors (to assess new services or upgrade existing services) and works to generally advance the MIDAS and Content Reserve retail platforms by competitive analysis and documentation of customer feedback and requests.
Responsibilities:
1.Coordinate between customers and internal design and development teams.
2.Perform general administration for MIDAS customers (merchandising, responding to content inquiries, handling escalated customer support tickets, etc).
3.Undertake research and testing relevant to the MIDAS and Content Reserve retail platforms.
4.Create and maintain documentation pertaining to MIDAS and Content Reserve retail platforms (product description and feature-set, future development goals, Best Practices, etc.).
5.Communicating customer status and issues (if any) to others in the organization; identifying and prioritizing tasks for self and others to ensure project deadlines are met when projects have concurrent or conflicting timescales.
Preferred Experience:
?2+ years of applicable experience (eCommerce, project management, customer service, etc.).
?Bachelor?s Degree.
?Experience with eCommerce, credit card / real-time order processing (PayPal, Google Checkout, etc.) a plus.
?Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills. The ability to work cooperatively with internal and external customers.
?Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously with acute attention to detail.
?Computer Proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite).
?Working knowledge of bookselling and publishing industry a plus.
Preferred Skills:
?Personable and persistent, yet friendly and patient. Ability to work with a wide variety of people and skill levels.
?Self-sufficient, adaptable within a rapidly evolving technical environment.
?Team player.
?Requires self-direction, forward thinking, tact, and a clear, courteous and professional manner when dealing with the clients/partners.
?Organized, able to track and manage multiple projects working with a variety of individuals (multi-tasking and prioritizing skills). Flexibility and the ability to respond quickly to changes in project scope or timelines is essential.