Retail Project Manager

Job Title : Sr. Project Manager / Technical Program Manager – Retail Planning SystemsLocation: Manhattan, NYC – Hybrid (3 Days Onsite)
Duration: Long-Term Contract

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager / Technical Program Manager (TPM) with strong experience supporting Retail IT Planning Systems and large-scale technology programs. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing multiple concurrent workstreams, coordinating cross-functional teams, driving program delivery, and communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including senior executives.

This role requires a hands-on program leader who can operate effectively in a complex and fast-paced environment, manage dependencies across teams, and bring structure and accountability to ambiguous situations.

Key Responsibilities

·        Lead and manage large-scale Retail IT programs and projects from planning through delivery.

·        Support Retail Planning Systems leadership and technology teams across multiple initiatives.

·        Manage multiple concurrent workstreams, ensuring timelines, milestones, and deliverables remain on track.

·        Partner with other Project Managers and Program Managers to identify, manage, and resolve cross-project dependencies.

·        Develop, maintain, and own comprehensive high-level program plans and detailed project schedules.

·        Track project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and critical path activities.

·        Proactively manage risks, issues, action items, decisions, and dependencies.

·        Drive accountability across cross-functional teams and ensure timely completion of deliverables.

·        Facilitate project and program meetings, status reviews, and executive-level presentations.

·        Provide clear and concise communication tailored to different audiences, from technical teams to senior executives.

·        Collaborate with business, technology, product, and other program stakeholders to ensure alignment.

·        Drive delivery using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, depending on project requirements.

·        Identify potential challenges early and develop mitigation and contingency plans.

·        Operate effectively in an environment with evolving priorities, incomplete information, and ambiguity.

·        Provide regular program status updates, including milestones, risks, issues, dependencies, and overall health.

Required Qualifications

10+ years of experience in Senior Project Management, Program Management, or Technical Program Management.

·        Proven experience supporting Retail IT Planning Systems or related retail technology initiatives.

·        Experience managing multiple concurrent workstreams within large-scale programs.

·        Strong experience with cross-functional program delivery and dependency management.

·        Demonstrated ability to create and manage both high-level program plans and detailed project plans.

·        Strong experience managing risks, issues, action items, decisions, and dependencies.

·        Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

·        Comfortable presenting to and communicating with senior leadership and executive stakeholders.

·        Hands-on experience with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

·        Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

·        Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and ambiguous environme