Project Manager; Market Entry

Project Manager (New Market Entry)

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. For a quarter of a century, the Jellycat family has brought joy, wonder and playful fun to people of all ages worldwide. This role is critical to our continued innovation and improvement by driving projects that launch our business into new markets.

• Lead the project from conception to completion, working primarily with the In Market General Manager and the wider Jellycat business to ensure requirements are clear, documented and delivered.
• Ensure the project is delivered on time, within scope and budget.
• Maintain hands‑on involvement in all project phases, actively engaging with team members, stakeholders and vendors to sustain momentum.
• Foster a culture of collaboration within the project team; facilitate regular team meetings and workshops to promote open communication.
• Act as a mediator to resolve conflicts and encourage a positive work environment.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with the Head of Market, leadership team, and all project stakeholders.
• Proactively identify potential project risks and issues, leading problem‑solving and decision‑making processes with a collaborative approach.
• Promote continuous improvement by encouraging feedback and implementing best practices and industry trends.
• Secure and allocate project resources, including cross‑functional team members and budgets, ensuring the right mix of skills and expertise.
• Participate in selection and onboarding of project team members.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience). PMP certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience with a demonstrated history of successful delivery; experience with agile teams is an advantage.
• Experience in global operations projects, e.g., third‑party logistics and warehousing.
• Knowledge of the local market, including legislation and safety requirements.
• Exceptional leadership and mentorship skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong commercial awareness with ability to control costs and ensure quality.
• Unwavering commitment to collaborative work and passion for driving team success.

• Experience of complex new market entry projects with a mix of in‑house, 3rd‑party and contracted resources.
• ERP Project Management experience.
• E‑commerce Project Management experience.
• Retail / Commercial Project Management experience.
• Extensive experience working with UK/US companies.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools; experience with  is an advantage.