IT Project Manager I (212313) [AQ-16153]

About the role

Aquent is partnering with a leading global consumer products company where innovation meets impact. This organization shapes the future of consumer goods and offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will drive significant change. Are you a visionary ready to make a tangible difference? This is your opportunity to lead the critical integration of new ventures into the fabric of a dynamic organization. You will sit at the strategic intersection of business and technology, empowering you to shape the future of operations by ensuring seamless system integration and operational excellence. This global role will be instrumental in bridging diverse global teams and systems, directly impacting growth and market presence. We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Project Manager to oversee the management, documentation, and delivery of a high-priority brand acquisition into a key business unit. In this global role, you will be responsible for driving the project plan—inclusive of timeline, scope, and budget—to fully integrate a newly acquired brand across all channels, sitting at the intersection of business and technology, seamlessly bridging diverse global teams across various business and technical functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end project delivery, including planning, scope tracking, budget oversight, and systems implementation from initiation through final execution.
• Build, update, and manage comprehensive project timelines directly within industry-standard project management tools, and handle demand/ticket creation.
• Lead global cross-functional initiatives, partnering seamlessly across multi-disciplinary teams within various business and technical functions across global markets.
• Guide cross-functional business and technical leads through formal governance processes, ensuring alignment at global, zone, and local leadership checkpoints.
• Collaborate with team leadership to summarize technical and business workstreams into executive-level presentations and clear status reports.
• Proactively identify project risks, solve complex integration blockers, and maintain meticulous project documentation.

Must-Have Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of hands-on IT Project Management experience, specifically leading complex, multi-system implementation projects and/or brand integrations.
• High proficiency in industry-standard project management and service management platforms for timeline building, tracking, and demand/ticket management.
• Deep understanding of how to prioritize both online (eCommerce, consumer data) and retail/omnichannel workstreams.
• Advanced skills in widely used office productivity suites for executive presentation deck creation and data tracking.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; highly organized with acute attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative, team-first attitude.

Client Description

Global beauty company specializing in cosmetics, skincare, haircare, and fragrance. Operates with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and diversity, offering workers opportunities to work with leading brands, cutting-edge research, and a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The company values creativity, entrepreneurship, and professional growth, making it an exciting place for those passionate about beauty, marketing, science, and digital transformation.