Project Manager III

Project Manager IIIPosition OverviewWe're looking for a Project Manager to lead technology and innovation initiatives. You'll own the delivery of projects that span retail systems implementation, AI-powered customer experiences, and customer journey design translating strategic intent into shipped outcomes in a fast-moving, cross-functional environment.Key ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end project delivery for large, cross-functional initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines and budgets.Define project scope, objectives, success criteria and deliverables; maintain a clear change control process to manage scope adjustments.Develop and maintain detailed schedules and resource plans using MS Project, Primavera P6 or equivalent; produce and maintain Gantt charts.Manage project budgets, perform cost control and forecasting, and apply Earned Value Management (EVM) to track performance.Identify, assess and mitigate risks and issues; maintain a risk register and implement contingency plans.Coordinate requirements gathering and business analysis activities to ensure solutions meet stakeholder needs and acceptance criteria.Oversee vendor and contract management activities, including procurement, SOWs, vendor performance and SLA management.Facilitate Agile ceremonies (Scrum, Kanban) and/or Waterfall stage gates as appropriate; adopt hybrid approaches to suit project needs.Collaborate with QA, test management and release management teams to ensure successful deployments and maintain quality standards.Work with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate delivery pipelines and support CI/CD practices where applicable.Establish and maintain project governance, RACI matrices and decision forums to ensure clear accountability.Prepare regular status reports and executive summaries using reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau) and present progress to stakeholders and sponsors.QualificationsBachelors degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.5+ years of experience in project or program management within a technology, consumer electronics, Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) retail, or ultra premium hotelier environment. Demonstrated experience managing technology implementation projects (e.g., system rollouts, platform migrations, or technology-driven process transformations).Proven competence with project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Asana, MS Project, Wrike, or equivalent) and productivity suites (Google Workspace, Microsoft 365). Track record of taking defined business strategy and driving it through execution to final delivery.Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced environments with multiple concurrent workstreams.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with retail technology systems (POS, ERP, CRM, AV, or in-store demo platforms). Exposure to AI/ML product implementation or technology innovation projects. Background in retail operations or strong working knowledge of retail operational processes (SOPs, store workflows, frontline communications). MBA or advanced degree. PMP, Agile, or equivalent project/program management certification. Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools in daily work to boost personal and team productivity. Experience creating store-team-facing communications (e.g., briefings, FAQs, playbooks).In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.BenefitsCreative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service. Email Your Resume In Word ToBbelardinelli@creativecircle.comLooking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. Clicking apply is the best way to apply.Please do NOT change the email subject line in any way. You must keep the JobID: linkedin : BB14-1988432 -- in the email subject line for your application to be considered.Brenna Belardinelli - Recruitment Strategist, EnterpriseFor Creative Circle to represent you for this opportunity, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa such as a H-1B, TN, or O visa. We do not support or provide training for STEM/OPT programs. Additionally, you must be physically located in and perform the work for our client in the United States.This is a new role.This job was first posted by Creative Circle on 06/01/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth Creative Circle is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. 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