A consultancy supporting a major retailer is seeking an experienced contractor for a 3–4 month engagement to lead the development of country/local plans across its European markets.
The role will translate central strategy and local market insight into practical, market-specific plans, working closely with Country Leads and key stakeholders. It will also establish a repeatable process, including templates, governance and handover materials, so the capability can be managed internally in future.
Role: Project Manager
Seniority: Senior Consultant - Manager
Day rate: £400-£600/day
Project duration: 3 -4 months
Location: Travel between Dublin, Reading, and London
Tasks
- Define and operationalise the approach for translating business strategy into country and local market plans
- Lead the development of the first set of country/local plans across European markets
- Build the insight base for each market and identify the resulting strategic priorities and implications
- Consolidate market initiatives, delivery plans and governance requirements into a clear, consistent framework
- Create a repeatable planning process, supported by templates, guidance and handover materials, to embed the capability internally
Requirements
- An Independent Consultant
- Skilled in implementing and operationalising strategy, ideally with experience translating central initiatives into country-level plans
- Experienced in the retail sector, with strong market and trading insight
- Experienced in working across multiple European markets, with an understanding of cross-market strategy development
- Nice-to-have: Consultancy experience/background
Project Manager - Local/Regional Strategy Planning employer: Project Blackbook
Project Blackbook is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and entrepreneurial work culture, perfect for recruitment professionals eager to make an impact in the tech industry. With a highly competitive commission structure and the opportunity for equity options based on performance, employees are encouraged to grow and innovate within a supportive environment. Located in the UK, we prioritise collaboration and personal development, making it an ideal place for those looking to thrive in their careers.
