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Manager Retail Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

OR · On-site

The Project Manager assumes full responsibility for planning, coordinating and administering projects. **The Ideal Candidate will have solid experience in Retail project work that includes Ground Up.

OR · On-site

This includes activities such as creating and managing paid search and display media strategies for various retailers, providing annual and ongoing budget recommendations to help clients achieve ...

Retail Project Manager

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$43.80 - $48.67/hr

Jul 15, 2026 Retail Project Manager (Contract) Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid) Duration: 12-month contract About the Role We are seeking a highly organized and execution-focused Retail Project ...

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What are Manager Retail?

A Retail Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a retail store or department. Their duties include managing staff, ensuring customer satisfaction, maintaining inventory levels, and achieving sales targets. Retail Managers also handle administrative tasks such as budgeting, reporting, and implementing store policies to improve efficiency and profitability. They play a key role in creating a positive shopping environment and driving the overall success of the business.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager Retail, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager Retail, you need a solid background in sales, inventory management, and staff supervision, often supported by a bachelor's degree in business or related experience. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory control software, and scheduling tools is typically required. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you motivate teams and resolve customer or operational issues effectively. These combined skills ensure efficient store operations, strong sales performance, and a positive customer experience.

How does a Manager Retail typically support team development and motivation within a store environment?

A Manager Retail plays a pivotal role in fostering a positive team culture by providing regular coaching, clear communication of goals, and ongoing feedback to staff members. They often implement training programs, recognize outstanding performance, and encourage collaboration to ensure everyone is aligned with the store's objectives. By creating an environment where team members feel valued and supported, retail managers help drive productivity and employee satisfaction, which directly impacts sales and customer service quality.

What is the difference between Manager Retail vs Retail Supervisor?

AspectManager RetailRetail Supervisor
ResponsibilitiesOversees store operations, manages staff, develops sales strategiesSupervises daily staff activities, ensures customer service standards
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; often a bachelor's degree in business or related fieldHigh school diploma; experience in retail often preferred
Work EnvironmentOffice and retail storeRetail store floor
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed by retail chains, department storesFound in retail stores, supermarkets, specialty shops

While both roles focus on retail operations, the Manager Retail holds broader responsibilities including strategic planning and staff management, often overseeing multiple departments or locations. Retail Supervisors primarily focus on daily store activities and customer service, reporting to managers. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Manager Retail job openings in Oregon as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.
Project Manager - Retail

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

IA Retail: Transformative. Humanistic. Experiential.

At IA Retail, we're shaping the future of consumer experience through design that connects people, brands, and culture.

As part of IA Interior Architects, we combine the focus, expertise, and agility of a dedicated retail studio with the reach and perspective of a global design leader. Our work spans continents, time zones, and sectors, from high-concept flagships to complex, large-scale rollouts.

Wherever we work, our approach is human-centered, grounded in insight, and driven by consumer experience.

Our team members are collaborative, creative, professional, expert, and entrepreneurial. Joining our team requires skill, leadership, teaming, humor, and a love of retail

We are presently searching for a full-time Project Manager in the Retail studio. The Project Manager assumes full responsibility for planning, coordinating and administering projects.

**The Ideal Candidate will have solid experience in Retail project work that includes Ground Up.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

  • Manages small and medium sized projects to completion, including work performed by internal and external resources
  • Coordinates engineering work to ensure compliance with design concept
  • Coordinates project teams to ensure timely completion of documents
  • Works with design and technical teams to shape and understand the design concepts
  • Present and gains approval of concepts to the client
  • Establishes and ensures adherence to set budget
  • Immediately informs Sr. PM or Project Director and/or client of any potential variances to the budget and makes appropriate modifications
  • Manages collections for assigned projects
  • Immediately informs Finance Manager if there is an issue with timely collections. Discusses untimely payments with client to secure commitment to pay
  • Identifies and pursues new business opportunities with existing and potential clients
  • Assign tasks, oversee work and provide feedback to staff assign to project
  • Develops skills of staff for future projects
  • Manages overall client relationship from initial assessment of client needs, through design concept presentations and final delivery of project. Ensure positive relationships resulting in additional business or referred work

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

  • Graduate of architecture, design or business school: equivalent experience may be substituted
  • 8+ years' experience leading retail design projects (high volume)

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Extensive knowledge of materials, furnishings and construction methods related to interior architecture
  • Extensive knowledge of building systems, codes and ADA requirements
  • Retail Project Experience
  • Ground Up New Construction Experience
  • Proven ability to write and negotiate contracts for services, consultants and contractors
  • Proven ability to solve contract and administration issues within the established design context
  • Intermediate MS Office Suite skills
  • Intermediate Revit skills
  • Intermediate Adobe Creative Suite skills
  • Advanced presentation and graphic communication skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively internally and externally with all levels of staff
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and lead all levels of staff through a combination of direct authority
Employment Type: Full time