Manager, Project Management (12 Month Contract)

Holt Renfrew•Toronto, ON

1d•CA$95,000 - CA$110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Project Management (12 Month Contract) supports Holt Renfrew to efficiently deliver its future agenda and help prepare the organization to adopt future-focused change. Providing project management services, specializing in the execution of strategic initiatives and capital investments, the role combines the highest level of collaboration, working alongside cross-functional stakeholders.

Requirements

Post-secondary degree in a related field or equivalent experience (i.e. Project Management, Change Management, Commerce, Economics, etc.)
Strong project management skills, including demonstrated ability to think end-to-end and manage multiple priorities/projects simultaneously.
5-7 years of post-university project management work experience.
5+ years of experience in retail operations.
3+ years in a supervisory or management role within a retail store business.
Demonstrated leadership and influencing skills with the ability to get things done.
Excellent interpersonal skills and team player with ability to also work independently effectively.
Confident and effective communication (written & verbal).
Is adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity and change.
Highly service-oriented with exceptional organizational and follow up skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Nice To Haves

PMP designation an asset

Responsibilities

Lead the cross-functional project management for strategic initiatives.
Manage projects from ideation to implementation through post-project performance tracking while applying project management methodologies, standards and practices.
Create all project work plans, project charters, critical paths, and schedules for assigned projects.
Drive accountability and progress of business teams to ensure key deliverables are completed on time, on budget, and within scope.
Lead project and coordination meetings with applicable business teams.
Prepare all project reporting on progress, budget forecast, risks, and results to the organization and Executive stakeholders.
Provide onsite leadership support during implementation.
Ensure seamless operational integration with existing and/or new store processes.
Complete post-project evaluation and analysis to improve future project delivery.
Support cross-functional strategic growth initiatives and associated organizational change.
Liaise and coordinate with key stakeholders to create and execute applicable training prior to rollouts and re-training as needed.
Manage the development and execution of communication strategies to support future growth projects in partnership with applicable Stakeholders.
Post-project tracking and reporting of project results and key performance indicators.
Work under the direction of Senior Manager, Project & Change Management on ad hoc requests.
Continually improve process methods and best practices to support business objectives.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners.