Project Manager II

About the role

The Project Manager II is responsible for managing projects from concept through final implementation and post-project assessment. They are accountable for meeting project objectives within established timeframes. Projects may range in size up to $2.5 million and involve planning, oversight, and communication across multiple segments.

Responsibilities

• Leading the team in multiple IT projects.
• Lead end-to-end execution of retail product development initiatives, from ideation through launch and post-release support.
• Partner with stakeholders and business partners to deliver high-quality retail solutions.
• Ensure alignment of project objectives with business goals and customer experience strategies.
• Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously with competing priorities.
• Drive Agile/Scrum best practices across project teams.
• Facilitate key ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to maintain and prioritize product backlogs.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, influencing without direct authority.
• Mentor junior project managers and team members to build organizational capability.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and escalation point for stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial tracking.
• Ensure optimal allocation of resources to maximize ROI.
• Monitor project financial performance, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Partner with finance teams to ensure accurate reporting and cost control.
• Navigate shifting business priorities and evolving retail market demands.
• Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Drive change management initiatives to support new product implementations.
• Maintain flexibility in approach while ensuring consistent delivery outcomes.

Must Have Technical Skills

• Project management experience, preferably in retail or product development environments.
• Proven experience working in Agile/Scrum frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large, complex projects across cross-functional teams.
• Strong financial management and budgeting experience.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Jira
• Clarizen
• Confluence
• Service Now
• Microsoft Suite
• Proficient in Excel.