Project Manager

We are working with a leading Asian luxury retail brand committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences.

They are new to the market and seeking a Project Manager with luxury retail experience to drive their launch from inception to completion.

This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in luxury retail, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.

Mandarin is a +++.

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Key Responsibilities

Project Initiation & Planning:

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with business goals.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets for new luxury retail initiatives (e.g., store openings, pop-up experiences, or digital campaigns).
• Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring alignment with brand standards and luxury market expectations.

Execution & Management:

• Lead projects from ideation to completion, ensuring seamless execution of store builds, product launches, or experiential events.
• Coordinate with internal teams (e.g., design, marketing, operations) and external vendors (e.g., architects, suppliers) to deliver projects.
• Manage project budgets, resources, and schedules, maintaining strict adherence to luxury brand aesthetics and quality.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, including senior leadership, clients, and third-party partners.
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and solutions effectively to ensure transparency and alignment.

Team Leadership:

• Lead cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and accountability to achieve project milestones.
• Mentor and guide team members to ensure high performance and professional growth.

Performance & Evaluation:

• Monitor and report on project KPIs, ensuring deliverables meet luxury retail standards.
• Conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and opportunities for improvement.

Experience:

• 5+ years of project management experience in luxury retail, with a focus on taking projects from 0-1 (e.g., new store openings, brand launches, or experiential campaigns).
• Proven success in managing complex, high-budget projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience working with luxury brands, understanding their unique standards and customer expectations.
• Arabic a +, Mandarin a ++