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Peter Millar UK - Strategic Project Manager

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Richemont

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Consulting
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must manage multiple projects, be highly organized, possess analytical skills, and have strong leadership, communication, and relationship abilities. Experience in golf, sports, or fashion is preferred. Travel required.
  • You will support project prioritization, operational planning, stakeholder engagement, business solution scoping, strategic planning, performance analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficiencies.

Requirements

  • Excellent ability to help manage multiple projects at once, follow through and meet deadlines
  • Highly organised with the ability to facilitate an effective meeting, schedule across the organisation and follow up for action items to drive business change
  • Ability to understand and lead both qualitative and quantitative analysis
  • Highly motivated with positive, entrepreneurial spirit and ability to wear many hats as the Corporate Strategy team evolves
  • Excellent decision making and leadership capabilities
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Excellent presentation, communication, and relationship skills
  • Ability to collaborate across all business areas
  • Experience with presentations to senior management, with extraordinary detail orientation
  • Strong business experience with progressively increasing responsibilities
  • A track record of successful experience in evaluating business opportunities and executing diverse projects in a fast-paced organisation
  • Previous experience working in the golf, sporting goods or fashion industry desirable
  • Ability to travel both domestically and globally essential

Responsibilities

  • Support the Managing Director and UK based Senior Management team for Peter Millar and GFORE UK with company-wide project prioritisation
  • In conjunction with the MD and Senior Management team, assist in the organisation of operational planning on existing and new strategic projects that will drive business efficiencies.
  • Leverage broader company exposure to identify new project opportunities based on understood needs in the business
  • Develop rapport with internal and external stakeholders to fully understand their needs, resource constraints, and options for executing projects on time
  • Scope out potential business solutions which will include cost analysis, timelines, and resource needs / level of effort
  • Assist the MD with Strategic Planning exercises with support from Senior Management
  • Analysis will include both qualitative and quantitative analysis. This will require thoughtful articulation in how messages to HQ US and internal UK staff are communicated to ensure the stated goals align with annual and quarterly objectives
  • Serve as a thought partner to the organisation and educate teams on use and interpretation of business reports, key performance measurements, and other measures of success from across the business
  • Combine understanding of macroeconomic industry, market, and customer trends to help position Peter Millar on the cutting edge of innovation from a product and process standpoint
  • Leverage Data & Analytics to assess internal performance and identify opportunities to further the competitive advantage
  • Work cross-functionally with key stakeholders in each department to understand and document on-going major yearly initiatives in an effort to help optimize business operations, ensure resource availability and provide transparency for on-going business processes throughout the year

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Strategic Project Manager role at Peter Millar UK?

The main focus of the Strategic Project Manager role is to oversee the strategic project pipeline, identify business development opportunities, implement process improvement initiatives, and support the overall goals of the business to help organize and scale operations.

What skills are essential for success in this role?

Essential skills for success in this role include excellent project management abilities, strong organizational skills, critical thinking, problem-solving capabilities, and excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Will the Strategic Project Manager be required to work with senior management?

Yes, the Strategic Project Manager will work closely with the Managing Director and the UK-based Senior Management team to assist with project prioritization and the organization of operational planning.

What kind of analysis is required for this position?

The role requires both qualitative and quantitative analysis to inform strategic decisions and ensure alignment with company objectives.

Is previous experience in a specific industry preferred?

Yes, previous experience in the golf, sporting goods, or fashion industry is desirable for candidates applying for this position.

Will the Strategic Project Manager have to travel?

Yes, the role requires the ability to travel both domestically and globally.

How important is stakeholder engagement in this position?

Stakeholder engagement is crucial, as the Strategic Project Manager needs to develop rapport with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and resource constraints effectively.

What makes the company culture at Peter Millar UK unique?

The company culture values diversity, freedom, collegiality, empathy, curiosity, courage, humility, and integrity, fostering a supportive and innovative environment.

What is the recruitment process for this position?

The recruitment process includes an initial screening call with the Richemont Talent Team, followed by interviews with the Hiring Manager and the HR Manager.

Are there opportunities for career advancement in this role?

Yes, the role is designed for a candidate with a track record of progressively increasing responsibilities, suggesting opportunities for career advancement as the Corporate Strategy team evolves.

We craft the future

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1988
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Richemont, We Craft the Future. Our unique portfolio includes prestigious Maisons distinguished by their craftsmanship, creativity, and diversity, which cultivate expert curation and technological innovation to deliver exceptional products and services. As a family-spirited group, Richemont's ambition is to nurture the unique heritage and values of its Maisons and businesses, while enabling them to grow and prosper in a responsible, sustainable manner over the long term. At Richemont, people are our most distinguished asset, the heart of our business, and the foundation of our outstanding creations. We value solidarity, collegiality, loyalty and freedom and succeed by respecting and empowering individuals from all walks of life. Richemont operates in three business areas: Jewellery Maisons with Buccellati, Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels; Specialist Watchmakers with A. Lange & Söhne, Baume & Mercier, IWC Schaffhausen, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Panerai, Piaget, Roger Dubuis and Vacheron Constantin; and Other, primarily Fashion & Accessories Maisons with Alaïa, AZ Factory, Chloé, Delvaux, dunhill, Montblanc, Peter Millar including G/FORE, Purdey, Serapian as well as Watchfinder & Co. In addition, Richemont operates NET-A-PORTER, MR PORTER, THE OUTNET, YOOX and the OFS division.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance

  • Bike to Work Scheme

  • Pension Plan

  • Life Insurance