Job Description
Deployment Project Manager / 6 month contract / Package negotiable/ Hybrid – Boston
Are you as excited about the intersection of technology and retail as we are? Here at Primark we have an exciting opportunity for a Deployment Project Manager to join us on an initial 6 month contract, with hybrid working out of our Boston office.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the rollout of an EPOS software solution across multiple retail locations in the United States. The successful candidate will manage end-to-end implementation, ensuring timely delivery, stakeholder alignment, and seamless integration with existing systems.
As part of the growing Technology function, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for EPOS software deployment.
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth training system implementations and overnight store cutovers.
• Effectively communicate project updates to senior management and Key Business Contacts.
• Oversee system configuration, testing, and troubleshooting during implementation.
• Ensure compliance with US retail standards and data security regulations.
• Ensuring Primark Technology standards and policies are always adhered to.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Resolve issues promptly to minimize disruption to business operations.
Essential knowledge, education, skills, and experience:
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience, with at least 2 years in retail technology or EPOS systems.
• Proven track record of managing multi-site software rollouts.
Skills:
• Strong knowledge of EPOS systems and retail operations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• A collaborative, hands-on approach with the ability to work across multiple teams.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Trello).
Other Requirements:
• Ability to travel within the US regularly.
• Ability to respond to escalations during unsociable hours/night works.
The project manager best suited to this role will have 5+ years’ experience in project management, with exposure to large-scale deployments and retail projects. Along with prior experience with major EPOS platforms.
If the above is of interest to you then please apply and we can discuss the next steps in detail.