Project Manager III

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager III to support Retail Operations and Technology initiatives for a growing direct-to-consumer retail organization. This global remote role is responsible for managing complex, cross-functional projects that power retail store experiences, systems implementation, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, excels at breaking down ambiguity into structured execution plans, and has strong experience implementing retail systems and technology platforms.

Key Responsibilities

This Project Manager III position involves a variety of critical tasks, ensuring successful project delivery:

• Project & Program Execution: Lead cross-functional initiatives from planning through execution and delivery, breaking down complex programs into structured, actionable workstreams. Manage timelines, milestones, risks, and dependencies, providing clear status updates and executive-ready reporting.
• Retail Systems Implementation: Drive implementation and enhancement of retail technologies, including POS (Point of Sale), ERP systems, CRM platforms, Audio/Visual systems, and in-store demo technologies. Partner with enterprise systems and product teams for seamless integrations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating technical requirements into clear execution plans. Collaborate effectively with Retail Operations, Product Marketing, Enterprise Systems, Retail Design, Finance, and Product Management, navigating ambiguity while maintaining execution velocity.
• Operational Excellence: Identify risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies. Apply structured project management methodologies to improve workflows and drive continuous optimization.

Minimum Qualifications

To be successful in this Project Manager III role, candidates should possess:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years of project or program management experience within: Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) retail, Consumer electronics, Technology organizations, or Premium hospitality environments.
• Hands-on experience implementing retail systems (POS, ERP, CRM, AV, demo technologies).
• Proficiency with project management tools (JIRA, Asana, MS Project, Wrike, etc.).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Highly desirable attributes for the Project Manager III include:

• MBA or advanced degree.
• PMP, Agile, or equivalent certification.
• Experience leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity and execution.
• Strong analytical mindset with a data-driven approach.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.

Work Environment

This is a global remote position within a fast-paced, high-visibility retail operations environment, demanding extensive cross-functional collaboration across technology and retail teams.

Key skills/competency

• Project Management
• Retail Operations
• Systems Implementation
• Stakeholder Management
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Risk Mitigation
• DTC Retail
• POS Systems
• ERP Systems
• CRM Platforms