Senior Project Manager (Retail POSM), Wakefield or other UK

Who We Are HH Global are the leader in tech-enabled creative production and procurement. We amplify marketing campaigns through unrivaled production, procurement leadership and the most advanced sustainability capabilities available. All delivered at scale through industry-leading technology and the passionate expertise of our people. With more than 4,500 colleagues, 26 creative studios and over 5,800 strategic supplier partners across 64 countries, we work with the best talent across the world to partner with our clients to create big impact through big ideas. Purpose of the Job This role is working with one of our key Global FMCG client and leading the end-to-end delivery of strategic and innovative, permanent retail display projects across Europe - ensuring seamless execution from client brief through concept, design, production, and final delivery with a focus on innovation, quality, and efficiency. You will own and drive client-focused project management for Permanent Point of Sale Material (POSM) initiatives, ensuring delivery from initial brief to in-store execution. You will need to collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and clients to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to agreed quality and service standards. A strong understanding of retail environments, design, and manufacturing processes is essential. You would operate on a blended basis between the local HH Global office, client / vendor site(s) and home as necessary. Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to all client contractual, commercial, and operational processes, aligning projects with client sourcing strategies and program plans
• Review and validate client briefs with internal stakeholders to ensure clarity, completeness, and feasibility - collaborate with cross-functional teams (Client Engagement, Design, Technical Buyers, Quality, Installation) to deliver project objectives
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, suppliers, and internal teams, ensuring timely approvals and information flow
• Manage all project activities in line with agreed rate cards and critical paths - define and agree timelines and milestones, including for RFQs outside standard processes
• Establish and monitor critical paths with all stakeholders, ensuring alignment with client KPIs
• Take project ownership from Design and Technical Buying teams and lead execution
• Ensure all documentation complies with HH Global standards and is issued accurately to all stakeholders
• Oversee technical and quality aspects, working with Technical Buyers, QC teams, and suppliers to ensure compliance and production sign-off
• Manage change requests, communicating implications clearly to clients and suppliers
• Managing a small technical team
• Quality Management _ Ensure quality control processes are embedded within timelines and properly executed and documented
• Logistics & Freight _ Coordinate logistics with suppliers and partners, ensuring on-time delivery and correct documentation (including Incoterms)
• Warehousing _ Coordinate stock movements and provide timely updates to warehouse teams
• Installation _ Define installation scope, manage vendors, issue POs, and track progress through to completion
• Post Project _ Conduct reviews to drive continuous improvement, close project documentation and ensure accurate, timely invoicing in line with contracts

Knowledge, Skills + Experience

• Proven experience in project management within POSM, retail display, or FMCG environments and a solid understanding of 3D design and / or production processes
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail - capable of managing multiple projects across European markets
• Experience acting as the primary point of contact for clients, suppliers, and internal teams, ensuring timely approvals and information flow
• Ability to build strong client relationships and engage effectively at senior levels - excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
• Confident in challenging requirements constructively and influencing decisions
• Creative problem-solving and “out-of-the-box” thinking
• Some flexibility is required around travel and adapted working hours as required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent English language and additional European languages are an advantage

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience in project management within POSM and retail display environments and a solid understanding of 3D design and / or production processes
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Capability and evidence of managing multiple projects across European markets
• Experience acting as the primary point of contact for clients, suppliers, and internal teams, ensuring timely approvals and information flow

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with us. HH Global are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all suitably qualified candidates from any background, regardless of any personal characteristic, especially those protected by law. We will make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to accommodate any disability. In the first instance, if you require this job advert in an alternative format, or require any assistance, please reach out to HR.EMEA@hhglobal.com Please note that we carry out a variety of pre-employment background checks which are appropriate for the country that you are based in. These may include: employment history, right to work, identity, professional qualifications, criminal record, sanction file and / or CIFAS checks.