Sales Projects Manager

Sales Projects Manager

Contract: Permanent

Location: Flexible hybrid working style with three days in the London office

The role

The Sales Projects Manager will oversee and lead strategic retail projects from inception to completion. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with the company’s goals and objectives. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and a proven ability to manage complex projects effectively while driving continuous improvement.

About Pandora

The largest jewellery company in the world, we give a voice to millions of people’s loves every day. With almost 7,000 locations around the world and a thriving online presence, we sell three pieces of our handcrafted jewellery every second.

We are proud to announce that we were recently recognised in the Sunday Times ‘Best Places to Work 2023’ as one of only 11 employers in the ‘very large’ category.

Our people

Our global team of over 33,000 passionate individuals helped Pandora achieve record earnings in 2023, driven by a new long-term growth strategy. This rapid progress has fostered an ambitious and empowering culture.

As we grow, we continue to invest in our talent. We're seeking people who share our values and can help us realise our ambitions.

What to expect from the role

This role offers an opportunity to lead impactful projects that align with organizational goals and deliver measurable success in a dynamic environment.

Project Planning and Execution

• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Manage the Retail Roadmap and Critical Path to ensure stores are not overloaded at any given time.
• Lead project kick-off meetings to establish objectives, deliverables, and timelines.
• Monitor project progress and make necessary adjustments to ensure successful completion.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

Cross-functional Team Coordination

• Collaborate with various departments to ensure alignment and support for retail projects.
• Facilitate regular project meetings with stakeholders to review progress, identify risks, and resolve issues.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination between all team members and stakeholders.

Budget and Resource Management

• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring projects are delivered within approved costs.
• Allocate resources effectively to achieve project goals.
• Track and report on project expenses and financial performance.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement ‘best practices’ in project management.
• Develop and maintain project management documentation, tools, and templates.
• Conduct post-project evaluations to identify successes and areas for improvement.

Risk Management

• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and manage project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and present risk assessments and mitigation plans to stakeholders.

Performance Tracking and Reporting

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project success.
• Track project performance against KPIs and provide regular updates to senior management.
• Prepare detailed project reports and presentations for executive leadership.

Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including internal teams and external partners.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project-related communications.
• Address stakeholder concerns and ensure satisfaction with project outcomes.

Training and Development

• Mentor and train team members on project management methodologies and ‘best practices’.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the project team.

The successful candidate

• Proven experience in project management, preferably within a retail or sales environment
• Strong skills in developing project plans, timelines, and budgets
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Experience with risk management, resource allocation, and performance tracking
• Ability to implement process improvements and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Craft Your Future with Pandora: A Career Built Around You

At Pandora, your career is a journey of growth, development, and limitless potential. We believe in empowering you to shape your own path and craft your own incredible.

What We Offer

Our focus is on offering you a career that’s as unique as you are. We provide the tools, opportunities, and support you need to thrive:

• Career Development & Growth: Be at the forefront of an inspiring journey with tailored development plans, mentorship, and regular reviews to ensure you’re on track to achieving your goals.
• Competitive Salary & Regular Reviews: We make sure your efforts are rewarded fairly, with regular opportunities to review your progress and success.
• Generous Bonus Scheme: Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed, with opportunities to earn performance-related bonuses.
• Hybrid Working Flexibility: Strike the perfect balance between collaboration and focus, with three office days and two work-from-home days between Monday and Thursday.
• Early Finish Fridays: Start your weekends early by finishing work at 3 PM every Friday.
• Private Healthcare: Your wellbeing is our priority, with access to private healthcare that keeps you covered.
• Employee Discounts & Perks: Enjoy 55% off Pandora products and exclusive access to discounted brands, cinema tickets, gym memberships, holidays, and more.
• Annual Leave & Flexibility: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell leave, and your birthday off to celebrate YOU!
• Wellness Hub & Support: Access to wellness resources and a dedicated Employee Assistance Programme offering free, confidential support 24/7.
• Recognition & Celebrations: Your achievements are our success. With a recognition programme and regular celebrations, we ensure every success is shared and appreciated.

At Pandora, we believe in creating not just a job, but a journey of fulfillment, growth, and success. If you’re ready to take the next step in crafting your incredible career, join us and let’s build something extraordinary together.

Your future is waiting – craft the incredible with Pandora!

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