POS Project Manager
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £30000 – £40000/annum
POS Project Manager – Maidstone.
Have you previously project managed print, POS/POP or packaging campaigns for leading brands? Can you manage well in a fast-paced creative agency studio? Do you have understanding of POS projects and timescales? Do you enjoy working with leading retail or FMCG brands?
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We are looking for a well organised, enthusiastic creative Project Manager to join a growing brand, POS (Point of sale) and packaging agency in Maidstone Kent.
This Project Manager must have exceptional attention to detail, strong communication, and organisational skills, whilst having enthusiasm for developing FMCG/retail brands and have an ability to grow lasting client relationships.
You’ll be one of the clients main points of contact for account(s) and projects.
You’ll be responsible for taking client briefs, scheduling the work on Fusioo and arranging quotes with confidence. A key aspect to this role with be being able to manage resources from the wider production team whilst still maintaining control of timings, work-flow and client communication throughout each project.
You’ll work closely with the Head of Production to develop your leadership skills and our multiple brand portfolios. A key element will be client relations and managing expectations. Positivity and communication being paramount whilst adding value through knowledge and experience on all projects. Aiding the HOP in the management, development and growth of the account(s).
Reporting and maintaining KPI’s whilst aligning to contracted SLA’s.
Key qualities:
• Able to manage complex projects with confidence from briefing to final delivery and to delegate workload
• Confidence in sharing project knowledge and skills with others in order to help with their personal development
• Positive, enthusiastic, highly organised and efficient work ethics
• Proactive approach to day to day working especially when under pressure
• Ability to problem solve and suggest appropriate solutions with both clients and the wider team independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
Key responsibilities:
• Be an integral part of the business as the point of contact on the account(s) you own
• Quote jobs accurately and brief projects independently using client rate cards
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project cost using appropriate verification techniques
• Strong attention to deadlines and budgetary guidelines
• Work closely with production artworkers and the Head of Production
• Demonstrate a practical and ‘hands-on’, ‘can-do’ attitude throughout project implementation
• Run new briefings and meetings when required
• Pro-actively seek feedback and critique from colleagues and clients
• Track project performance, specifically to analyse the successful completion of short and long-term goals
Required skill sets:
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Exceptional time and project management skills (Ideally working on POS, Print or Packaging campaigns)
• Ability to execute & interpret client brief/feedback as-well-as offer alternative options/solutions
• Ability to constructively feedback and work with production team across multiple projects
• Ability to assess file quality, colour checking and check print ready files
• Microsoft Teams operation – planning and attending meetings and calls
• Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point knowledge
• Fusioo – The Basics, The Everyday Bits, The Advanced Stuff
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More Information
- Address Maidstone, Kent