Job Title: Project Manager III
Locations: Burlingame, CA (Top preference), Menlo Park, CA, Los Angeles, CA, New York, NY (Hybrid – 3 days/week on-site)
Travel Required: 10–20% of time – Domestic US
Duration: 12 Months
 
Why is this position open?

• RL Retail is establishing a 1st Party Retail function within Client, expanding beyond existing 3rd party retail (e.g., Best Buy). As Meta opens more brick-and-mortar stores, this new function requires an additional Project Manager to support Alex with project execution, long-term planning, and strategy.

 
About the Role: Job Description:

• Project Manager, 1P Retail Operations + Technology
• Location: Burlingame, CA; Menlo Park, CA; Los Angeles, CA; or New York, NY (Hybrid – 3 days/week on-site)

 
About the Team:

• The 1P Retail team at Client is responsible for launching and managing the groundbreaking Meta Lab stores, creating immersive experiences that bring our products to life. We are a dynamic and fast-paced team at the intersection of technology and retail, dedicated to building the future of in-person connection with our brand.

 
The Role:

• We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to join our 1P Retail Operations + Technology team. This is a key executional role responsible for the hands-on management and delivery of complex projects that shape the operational and technological backbone of our retail stores.
• The ideal candidate is an exceptional operator who excels at breaking down complex initiatives into manageable tasks and driving them to completion in a fast-paced environment.

 
Responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver cross-functional initiatives and projects through all stages of the lifecycle, from initiation to completion.
• Serve as a conduit between technical and non-technical teams, translating complex technical details into clear, understandable language and action plans.
• Break down complex issues into manageable components, employing systematic approaches to execute solutions.
• Receive directional guidance where required, and proactively exercise best judgment to select effective techniques to implement and evaluate outcomes.
• Thrive in environments of ambiguity and velocity, maintaining clear focus and a path to execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Retail Operations, Product Marketing, Enterprise Systems and Product, Retail Design and Implementation, Retail Finance, and Product Management to ensure seamless project execution.
• Drive the implementation and development of retail systems, including POS, ERP, CRM, AV, and in-store demo technologies.
• Curate and present project status, risks, and progress from working teams to leadership.

 
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 5+ years of experience in project or program management within a Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) consumer electronics retailer, manufacturer, technology, or premium hospitality company.
• Proven competence and experience with project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Asana, MS Project, Wrike, or in-house tools) and general productivity software (Microsoft, Apple, GSuite).
• Deep experience with the implementation and development of retail systems (POS, ERP, CRM, AV, Demo).

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or other advanced degree.
• PMP, Agile, or similar advanced project/portfolio management certification.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI in daily work to boost efficiency and productivity.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to execution.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization and collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.

 
Years of Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in project or program management within a Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) consumer electronics retailer, manufacturer, technology, or premium hospitality company

 
Top 3 Must-Have Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in project or program management within a Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) consumer electronics retailer (Sony Sonos, electrical retail - premium retail experience selling different brands), manufacturer, technology, or premium hospitality company (Hilton / Marriott ultra luxury brands - Waldorf Astoria. Independent or niche hoteliers).
• Proven competence and experience with project management tools (JIRA, Asana, MS Project, Wrike, or in-house tools) and general productivity software (Microsoft, Apple, GSuite).
• Deep experience with the implementation and development of retail systems (POS, ERP, CRM, AV, Demo).

 
Nice-to-Have Skills:

• MBA or other advanced degree
• Working with a tech company preferred
• PMP, Agile, or similar advanced project/portfolio management certification
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI in daily work to boost efficiency and productivity

 
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver cross-functional initiatives and projects through all stages of the lifecycle, from initiation to completion.
• Serve as a conduit between technical and non-technical teams, translating complex technical details into clear, understandable language and action plans.
• Break down complex issues into manageable components, employing systematic approaches to execute solutions.
• Receive directional guidance where required, and proactively exercise best judgment to select effective techniques to implement and evaluate outcomes.
• Thrive in environments of ambiguity and velocity, maintaining clear focus and a path to execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Retail Operations, Product Marketing, Enterprise Systems and Product, Retail Design and Implementation, Retail Finance, and Product Management to ensure seamless project execution.
• Drive the implementation and development of retail systems, including POS, ERP, CRM, AV, and in-store demo technologies.
• Curate and present project status, risks, and progress from working teams to leadership.

 
How is success defined?

1. Perform day-to-day responsibilities.
2. Work autonomously, navigate ambiguity, and collaborate cross-functionally.

 
Interview Process

• 1st Round: CWAM – 25 Minutes
• 2nd Round: CWAM +1 – 25 Minutes
• 3rd Round: Peer on Team – 25 Minutes

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 80.00/hr.