Project Manager - Non-IT

Aquent is proud to partner with a globally recognized leader in consumer products, a company celebrated for its innovation and dedication to enhancing human potential. This organization consistently redefines industry standards through cutting-edge design and strategic operational improvements, shaping the future of global consumer experiences. Joining this team means contributing to a legacy of excellence and directly impacting how groundbreaking products come to life.

Are you a seasoned project management visionary ready to drive monumental change? We are seeking an exceptional professional to lead a pivotal initiative that will transform product creation capabilities within a leading consumer brand. This dynamic role places you at the heart of deploying a groundbreaking software tool, serving as the essential link between strategic business objectives and advanced technological solutions. Your expertise will directly streamline operations, significantly boost efficiency, and cultivate an environment where innovation thrives. This is an unparalleled opportunity to guide a key initiative from its foundational concept through to successful adoption, collaborating with diverse, high-performing teams, and championing transformative change that will resonate across the organization and its product offerings.

What You'll Do

• Lead the comprehensive deployment of a new software tool, meticulously designed to optimize product creation processes, ensuring seamless integration and widespread adoption across all relevant business functions.
• Serve as the indispensable primary liaison, effectively translating complex business requirements into clear, actionable project plans, and consistently advocating for a strong business perspective throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• Strategically orchestrate and meticulously oversee all User Acceptance Testing (UAT) phases, proactively gathering crucial feedback, and ensuring the new tool precisely meets the functional and operational needs of every end-user.
• Apply foundational project management principles with precision to expertly manage scope, schedule, resources, and potential risks, consistently ensuring that all project objectives are met on time and within established expectations.
• Cultivate robust partnerships and collaborate effectively with diverse cross-functional teams, driving collective project success and facilitating smooth, efficient transitions.
• Make a tangible contribution to the strategic evolution of product development by ensuring the new tool significantly enhances efficiency, fosters greater collaboration, and fuels continuous innovation within the organization.

Must-Have Qualifications

• 10+ years of dedicated experience in non-IT Project Management roles, coupled with a robust understanding of IT system rollouts and deployments.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience demonstrating a strong foundation in relevant fields.
• Proven ability to effectively represent the business perspective during new tool deployments, partnering closely with technology teams, and possessing a deep, intuitive awareness of core business processes.
• Extensive hands-on experience in the successful deployment of software tools, particularly within fast-paced product creation environments (e.g., apparel, consumer goods), including leading comprehensive User Acceptance Testing (UAT) initiatives.
• Demonstrated foundational project management expertise, encompassing proficient planning, execution, monitoring, and successful closing of complex projects.
• Proficiency with Airtable and Powerpoint for effective project tracking, clear communication, and insightful reporting.
• Experience leveraging AI tools for building out sophisticated reports and extracting actionable insights.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience with technology and a proven track record of delivering impactful solutions and tools at scale within a large, complex organization.
• Demonstrated expertise in change management methodologies and practices, enabling smooth adoption of new tools and processes.
• Previous experience within a similar industry or with large-scale consumer product brands.