Project Manager (Visual Merchandising)

Job Description

This role leads, contributes and supports all visual merchandising (VM) and project management initiatives in store construction within the affiliate. You will manage the store and retail design for the brands assigned, working in collaboration with Retail Design and Development Center (RDDC), Brands and external parties. You will need to ensure projects & VM are executed on budget, meeting the schedule and timeline KPIs; in accordance to brand guidelines.

What You Will Achieve
• Develops and executes visual merchandising strategies aligned with brand objectives, manages VM elements, and oversees promotional event execution.
• Partners with Brand Marketing to understand brand strategy, provides necessary information, and ensures adherence to brand guidelines.
• Leads store and counter openings, manages project timelines and budgets, and oversees construction process.
• Applies project management best practices to deliver projects on time and within budget, while optimizing costs.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams (brands, design, procurement, vendors) to achieve project goals.
• Manages vendor selection, negotiation, and performance.
• Identifies and addresses project challenges, finding creative solutions to meet budget and timeline constraints.

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work required inherent in the job.

What You Will Need
• Degree in Graphic Design, Interior Design, Construction Management or equivalent.
• 5 years’ experience in Visual Merchandising / Project Management / Construction (preferably in retail / beauty / high fashion industry).
• Able to communicate effectively with all levels both verbally and through drawing
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Familiar with Macintosh platform and software applications such as Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, CAD, Microsoft Office and 3-D program.
• Self-motivated with good organizational skills.
• Able to confidently communicate with leaders in various levels: Affiliates, Regional and Global
• Proactive self-starter who also enjoys being part of a team
• Ability to manage self and others to effective project timelines
• Effective working with people from different cultures and backgrounds

What We Offer
• We provide market-competitive packages and trainings to our staff to ensure they are well-rewarded with room to excel in their career:
• Opportunities to learn and lead: we provide on-the-job trainings to ensure employees are equipped with the most up-to-date skillsets and knowledge.
• Career development: we work with you to advance your career through short-term assignments, relocations and new experiences.
• Work-life balance as a priority: we offer benefits and implement policies to help employees balance their personal and professional priorities
Who We Are
We are the global leader in prestige beauty —delighting consumers with transformative products and experiences, inspiring them to express their individual beauty through our high-touch offerings. We are a brand-led business and the only company focused solely on prestige makeup, skin care, fragrance and hair care with a diverse portfolio of 25+ brands sold in approximately 150 countries and territories. Infused throughout our organization is a passion for creativity and innovation — a desire to push the boundaries and invent the unexpected — as we continue the bold work of our founder Estée Lauder.

We are a values-driven organization. Our actions are rooted in the Lauder Family values of respect for the individual, uncompromising ethics and integrity, generosity of spirit and fearless persistence. Building on these core values we also abide by the following principles
• Unwavering commitment to quality and excellence.
• Infusing creativity and innovation throughout all aspects of the business.
• Nurturing and developing world-class talent.
• Cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace.
• Acting responsibly and caring for the communities we serve.