London, UK
Senior project manager – window schemes
at COS
COS is hiring a senior project manager to produce its window schemes in London.
Company description
COS is a fashion brand for women and men who want timeless, modern, functional and considered design. Offering reinvented classics and wardrobe essentials, we create pieces that are made to last beyond the season. Since launching in 2007 we have opened stores in over 40 countries worldwide, all in carefully considered locations, applying a design concept that preserves the buildings’ original features whilst creating a modern, contemporary space.
Job description
Would you like to be part of the team responsible for producing our inspirational and commercial window schemes? Are you ready to take the next step in your career or try something new?
If so, this could be the role for you. We are now looking for a senior windows project manager to join our brand and communication team. Although this role sits within our creative windows team, this role would ideally suit someone that is interested in logistics, project management and negotiations. We welcome applications from candidates that have experience in one or more of these areas. It is not essential for you to have previous experience working in VM however knowledge of supply chains, scenography, interior fixtures or furniture construction alongside an excellent understanding of both print and construction materials would be advantageous.
This role will report into the creative manager and is offered on a full time, permanent contract.
As the senior window project manager, you will be responsible for the project management of all global and local window campaigns. In this role, you manage, the project coordinator, the critical paths, production processes, cross departmental collaborations and supplier relations to ensure impactful, timely, and quality store windows.
Responsibilities:
- responsible for project managing the development and roll out of visual material for stores globally, from design concept to project wrap up
- lead and manage the window project coordinator. guide, support and develop them to deliver inspiring windows
- drive communication with all stakeholders at each project stage to identify potential risks and build strong collaboration in order to find solutions
- support regional teams as the main point of contact for all window campaign information.
- actively source and manage relations with external suppliers to review window material and negotiate cost that best support the designs’ timings, budget and sustainability requirements
- collaborate with H&M production offices to ensure they have a clear understanding of our design, quality and sustainability expectations
- partner with marketing project managers and producers to align deliverables and timelines
- influence, inspire and energise others, creating a strong working relationship within the window team and wider COS teams
- manage the budget for each project at all stages of production, for cost effective decision making and planning
- regularly review production processes, identify issues and development needs and make adaptations to best support the business in the short and long term
- build, maintain, and drive the critical path utilising project management tools to ensure all stakeholders aware of deadlines
- undertake supplier and material research to support the development of future window strategies
- attend and manage window installations where required
- manage some administration tasks including processing expenses and invoices where necessary
Qualifications
- excellent planning and organisation skills with proven project management experience for global activations.
- proficient knowledge and experience of using Excel
- ability to cope with a high workload/multitask
- good leadership abilities, able to lead a colleague and build relationships with other stakeholders
- excellent verbal and written English communication skills
- the ability to be flexible to change and work well under pressure
- the ability to work well with others and happy to take direction as well as suggest new ways of doing things
Additional information
Over the last ten years we have carefully built a culture where our people are supported, inspired and encouraged to be the best they can. Our brand is creative, forward thinking and modern; choosing longevity over passing trends.
We set the bar high at COS; we are committed to offer an environment where talent is recognised and valued. We believe that a diverse workforce plays an important role in the success of COS. We celebrate individual differences and appreciate the contribution that all our colleagues make.
To show our appreciation we have some fantastic benefits including:
- 25% staff discount
- standard life personal pension scheme
- 25 days holiday
- Long service awards
- Gym scheme
We look forward to receiving your application!