Job ID: JOB_ID_266
Role Overview
Oceanblue Solutions is seeking an experienced Contract Project Manager to lead retail Point of Sale (POS) system implementations across multiple locations. This role is designed for a disciplined project management professional with deep domain expertise in retail technology. You will be responsible for managing end-to-end deployment activities, ensuring that POS solutions are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the rigorous operational requirements of a dynamic retail environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead POS implementation projects from initial discovery and planning through go-live and post-implementation stabilization.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including detailed timelines, resource allocation, risk registers, and dependency maps.
- Coordinate effectively with internal IT teams, third-party vendors, system integrators, and store-level stakeholders.
- Provide on-site leadership during critical deployment phases, including cutover planning, hardware installation oversight, and immediate issue resolution.
- Track and report project status, financial health, and key milestones to executive leadership and steering committees.
- Manage change requests and scope adjustments dynamically during project execution to prevent scope creep while meeting business needs.
- Oversee testing coordination, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and ensure training readiness for store associates.
- Facilitate the operational handoff to support teams following successful stabilization.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of dedicated project management experience, specifically within retail technology or large-scale system rollouts.
- Proven expertise with POS systems, including store systems, payment gateways, peripherals (scanners, printers), and backend integrations.
- Strong understanding of retail operations, store-level execution challenges, and the impact of technology on customer experience.
- Ability to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness and ability to travel regularly to various project sites as required by the implementation schedule.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing large-scale, multi-location POS rollouts (100+ sites).
- Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or Scrum Master (CSM).
- Prior experience working with major third-party POS vendors and global system integrators.
This position offers a unique opportunity to drive digital transformation in the retail sector. As a contract-based role, it requires a self-starter who can hit the ground running and deliver immediate value through structured project governance and deep industry knowledge.
Special Requirements
Frequent travel to project sites required. Domain: Retail Point of Sale (POS).
Compensation & Location
Salary: $110,000 – $160,000 per year (Estimated)
Location: Charlotte, NC
Recruiter / Company – Contact Information
Recruiter / Employer: Oceanblue Solutions (Oceanblue Corp)
Email: sankar@oceanbluecorp.com
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