Project Manager - Non-IT 4

Business Integration Manager / Project Manager (Contract)We are seeking an experienced Business Integration Manager / Project Manager to support a high-impact cross-functional business initiative within a leading global consumer brand. This role will partner with business leaders to transform strategic ideas into executable plans, drive operational excellence, and improve collaboration across product creation, merchandising, planning, marketing, and marketplace teams. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with exceptional project management skills who thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and has experience building sustainable operating models and cross-functional programs.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with senior business leaders to translate strategic initiatives into actionable execution plans.Develop and manage seasonal roadmaps, milestones, and business operating plans.Drive operational excellence by improving business processes, tools, and team workflows.Coordinate executive meetings, business reviews, and cross-functional planning sessions.Build executive-ready presentations, reports, dashboards, and status updates.Track project milestones, identify risks, remove blockers, and provide proactive recommendations.Facilitate alignment across merchandising, product creation, marketing, planning, and marketplace teams.Lead cross-functional meetings, document action items, and ensure accountability.Improve organizational efficiency through process optimization and change management initiatives.Use business insights and data to support prioritization and strategic decision-making.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.7+ years of experience in one or more of the following: Business Integration, Business Operations, Project Management, Product Management, Merchandising, Cross-functional Business Leadership.Experience in apparel, footwear, retail, fashion, consumer products, or product creation environments.Strong understanding of product creation lifecycle and seasonal planning processes.Proven experience managing complex cross-functional initiatives.Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.Experience creating executive presentations and business documentation.Must-Have SkillsBusiness Integration or Business Operations experienceProject ManagementMarketing, Merchandising, Product Creation, or Apparel backgroundOrganizational Design and Program DevelopmentChange ManagementCross-functional LeadershipExecutive Communication & Stakeholder ManagementProcess ImprovementAbility to thrive in ambiguity and fast-changing environmentsPreferred QualificationsEnterprise or Agency experienceKnowledge of Go-to-Market (GTM) processesDirect people management experienceExperience supporting product launches or seasonal planningExperience working with global and regional teamsPassion for consumer products, sports, retail, or lifestyle brandsTechnical SkillsAirtableMicrosoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)Project Management ToolsSmartsheet (Preferred)Figma (Preferred)Ability to quickly learn new business systemsWhat Success Looks LikeSuccessfully connects business strategy with execution.Creates scalable operational processes and sustainable business programs.Improves collaboration across cross-functional teams.Delivers projects on schedule while maintaining executive visibility.Enables teams to make faster, data-driven decisions.