Job Application for Staff Project Manager (D2C) at PlayStation Global

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Role overview:

We are looking for a Staff Project Manager to help deliver growth initiatives and technology capabilities across the Direct to Consumer (D2C) businesses, PlayStation Store & PlayStation Direct. This role sits within the Commercial Development function, reporting to the Director of Business Change & Analysis.

We are looking for someone with experience in managing fast-paced, complex projects in a digital commerce environment. Experience in experimentation, automation and AI projects is highly desirable.

Projects could include: working on our latest personalisation capabilities; taking a new subscription growth initiative from ideation to delivery; or supporting internal teams in optimizing their merchandizing operations through automation and the application of AI solutions.

We’re looking for a self-starter who has the ability to engage, coordinate and influence across functions and is comfortable working with senior VPs. The ideal candidate should be proficient in applying project management and business change methodologies, flexing them to the required project, and having a relentless focus on delivering project outcomes.

The individual should be passionate about data-led decision making and have a strong understanding of digital commerce.

What you'll be doing:

Project delivery

Leads delivery of complex projects into D2C teams
Proficient in all elements of project execution, with the ability to flex approach as required
Prepares D2C business to operate solutions delivered by Product and Engineering teams
Supports benefits realization and achievement of target outcomes
Agile & Adaptive Thinking: encourages a culture of iterative learning, using retrospective insights to inform decision-making.

Communication & Collaboration

Constant drive to make progress
Able to make data-led recommendations and can help others do the same
Proactively develops relationships: understanding customer needs and aligning to project outcomes
Confident in managing stakeholders up to VP/SVP level
Has the ability to navigate ambiguous situations and ask the right questions to gain clarity

Critical Reflection

Has the ability to reflect on situations, challenge the status quo and present alternatives at all levels
Passion for continuous improvement, applying insights to enhance project efficiency and team performance

What we're looking for:

Proven Senior years experience delivering complex digital capabilities and change projects for a digital commerce organization
Data-Led Decision Making – Ability to leverage data insights to inform project strategies, measure success, and optimize delivery.
Project Management / Business Change / PdM qualification or equivalent demonstrable real-world experience
From project initiation to review, is robust in planning and delivering all project activities
Program management – experienced in managing multiple active projects
Positive & pragmatic attitude
Proficiency with MSFT Office products
Ability to create presentations and present to senior audiences
Experience with experimentation

Benefits:

Discretionary bonus opportunity
Hybrid Working (FlexModes)
Private Medical Insurance
Dental Scheme
25 days holiday per year
On Site Gym
Subsidised Café
Free soft drinks
On site bar
Access to cycle garage and showers

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