Project Manager, Beauty

INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.  

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE

Burberry is looking for a talented Project Manager to join our Beauty team. This role is integral to the successful partnership between Burberry and Coty. Specifically to deliver Beauty Product & Graphics projects for the category that deliver both commercially & creatively, enabling Coty to roll out launches to the agreed three year plan (critical path).

Within this role you will drive projects forward across the creative team, ensuring progress, adherence to processes, and timely delivery. This includes launching product prototypes, managing budgets, and coordinating with external suppliers.

You will partner with all project collaborators to ensure that all briefed projects are delivered as planned. Accountable for end-to-end management of Beauty Product, Graphics, and Campaign Projects, the role covers planning, resourcing, development, delivery, and production.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take ownership of Beauty Product and Graphics briefings, as set out by the 3YP, ensuring they adhere to guide timings from the outset.
• Track multiple projects to keep on brief, on time and to the agreed budget, using project management tools appropriate to successful completion.
• Provide necessary leadership, planning and communication on projects, while seeking the best possible strategic and creative outcome.
• Support teams in delivering both the creative and strategic elements of the brief, ensuring both work in tandem.
• Manage risks and escalate as required, providing appropriate options for resolution.  
• Plan and organise internal review sessions, outlining clear agendas and next steps to protect project timings.
• Collaborate confidently and efficiently with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Take ownership of project processes, ensuring smooth operations and clear ways of working are defined with the team and regularly assessed.
• Manage the Graphics and Product team in terms of project allocation and prioritisation, to ensure the smooth running of initiatives.

PERSONAL PROFILE

• Relevant experience managing Graphics, Product Design, and/or Campaign Projects, with strong awareness of the end-to-end creative process.
• Accountable for delivering projects on time and on budget by balancing team needs, driving progress, and solving problems proactively.
• Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and highly organised, with the ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Personable, collaborative, and confident, with a can-do attitude and a passion for inspiring positive change.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including stakeholder management, facilitation, presentations, and written communication.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and able to form trusted relationships to ensure smooth and effective project delivery.

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

FOOTER

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.

Posting Notes: United Kingdom || Not Applicable || London || WHOLESALE, FRANCHISE & LICENSING || NO DEPARTMENT - FDST9004 || n/a ||