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Retail Program Manager Jobs in Kansas City, MO (NOW HIRING)

... retail within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, and venue. It ... The Program Manager maintains production systems, standards, and processes that meet client needs ...

... retail within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, and venue. It ... The Program Manager maintains production systems, standards, and processes that meet client needs ...

Position Summary The Program Manager supervises production staff executing the work of the practice, including assigning project responsibilities, managing work performance, guiding employee ...

Retail Manager Must have management experience to be considered. Who we are: As one of the largest ... Programs to stop smoking, diabetes management coaching, and on demand care options. * A 401k plan ...

Retail Manager Who we are: As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States ... Programs to stop smoking, diabetes management coaching, and on demand care options. * A 401k plan ...

Retail Manager Who we are: As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States ... Programs to stop smoking, diabetes management coaching, and on demand care options. * A 401k plan ...

Retail Manager Who we are: As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States ... Programs to stop smoking, diabetes management coaching, and on demand care options. * A 401k plan ...

Retail Manager Who we are: As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States ... Programs to stop smoking, diabetes management coaching, and on demand care options. * A 401k plan ...

Retail Manager Must have management experience to be considered. Who we are: As one of the largest ... Programs to stop smoking, diabetes management coaching, and on demand care options. * A 401k plan ...

Retail Manager Must have management experience to be considered. Who we are: As one of the largest ... Programs to stop smoking, diabetes management coaching, and on demand care options. * A 401k plan ...

Retail Manager Must have management experience to be considered. Who we are: As one of the largest ... Programs to stop smoking, diabetes management coaching, and on demand care options. * A 401k plan ...

Retail Manager Who we are: As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States ... Programs to stop smoking, diabetes management coaching, and on demand care options. * A 401k plan ...

Retail Store Manager

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$55K - $82K/yr

Combine your retail knowledge and leadership skills to oversee store operations, manage and develop ... Tuition reimbursement program * Paid Time off and holidays (at least 23 days of vacation each year ...

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How much do retail program manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for retail program manager in Kansas City, MO is $108,607.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,600.00 and $142,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a retail program manager?

A Retail Program Manager is a professional responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing retail projects or programs within a company. Their duties often include coordinating between different departments, managing budgets and timelines, and ensuring that retail initiatives align with the company's business goals. They work closely with store managers, marketing teams, and suppliers to implement new retail strategies or improve existing operations. Retail Program Managers play a key role in driving sales growth, enhancing customer experience, and ensuring smooth rollout of retail programs across stores.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a retail program manager?

To thrive as a Retail Program Manager, you need expertise in project management, data analysis, and retail operations, often supported by a bachelor's degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with project management software like Asana or Trello, POS systems, and inventory management tools is typically expected. Exceptional leadership, problem-solving abilities, and communication skills help you manage cross-functional teams and drive program success. These skills are vital for effectively executing retail initiatives, optimizing processes, and achieving business goals in a competitive environment.

What are some common challenges faced by retail program managers, and how can they effectively address them?

Retail Program Managers often encounter challenges such as coordinating cross-functional teams, managing tight project timelines, and adapting to rapidly changing retail environments. To address these, strong communication skills are crucial for aligning team members and stakeholders, while agile project management techniques help navigate shifting priorities. Proactive problem-solving and a customer-centric mindset also enable Retail Program Managers to deliver successful retail initiatives and drive continuous improvement.

What is the difference between Retail Program Manager vs Retail Buyer?

AspectRetail Program ManagerRetail Buyer
Primary FocusOversees multiple retail initiatives, manages programs, and coordinates cross-functional teamsSources and selects products to be sold in retail stores
Required SkillsProject management, strategic planning, vendor coordinationMarket research, negotiation, inventory management
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, retail chains, cross-departmental collaborationRetail stores, supplier offices, procurement departments
Common CertificationsProject Management Professional (PMP), retail management certificationsMerchandising certifications, purchasing certifications

The Retail Program Manager and Retail Buyer roles both operate within the retail industry but focus on different aspects. The Program Manager oversees retail initiatives and programs, ensuring strategic alignment and execution, while the Buyer concentrates on selecting products to meet customer demand. Both roles require strong organizational skills and industry knowledge, but their daily tasks and objectives differ significantly.

What job categories do people searching Retail Program Manager jobs in Kansas City, MO look for?

The top searched job categories for Retail Program Manager jobs in Kansas City, MO are:

What cities near Kansas City, MO are hiring for Retail Program Manager jobs?

Cities near Kansas City, MO with the most Retail Program Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Retail Program Manager job openings in Kansas City, MO as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $108,607 per year, or $52.2 per hour.

Program Manager- Retail

Lenexa, KS • On-site

Henderson Engineers
Specialized Design Services • 1 - 5K employees

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings
We're about the people, experiences, and longevity of a building. We're a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to provide come up with out-of-the-box solutions when it comes to design and construction. We love the process of bringing buildings to life - and keeping them in shape long after the doors open.
As an ESOP, each of our employee-owners are an essential part of our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson has a people-first culture and diverse portfolio of world-class facilities.
It's What We Do
We provide total building system design and construction services across multiple high-growth markets throughout the country for industry leaders. You'll get to use your talent to work on projects for some of the biggest names in mission-critical, higher education, sports, healthcare, grocery, restaurant, and retail within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, and venue.
It's How We're Different
We're about more than just buildings. We're about you. You, and the hundreds of passionate employee-owners who make us who we are. We've always been committed to providing an inclusive workplace where people can bring their full self to work and helps people reach their full potential - both as professionals and individuals. Together, we provide dream up innovative solutions for our clients industry-wide problems, design and construct spaces that become landmarks, and toast the good life at our happy hours. Take a peek into what makes us different here: https://youtu.be/AIt17t_uJ-A?si=oSMy5zQeUcb_faE3
Position Summary
The Program Manager supervises production staff executing the work of the practice, including assigning project responsibilities, managing work performance, guiding employee development efforts, and fostering positive employee engagement. The Program Manager informs employment needs and decisions for production staff within the practice. The Program Manager maintains production systems, standards, and processes that meet client needs and contributes to strong client relationships and development opportunities. This role is highly matrixed and may include accountabilities to all members of the Sector Leadership team for their sector. This position may be a part-time or full-time role based on the needs of the practice.
Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities
Operations
  • Assists the Practice Director to align resources appropriately with projects to maximize labor efficiency and prioritize client expectations.
  • Provides feedback to Practice Director and Sector Operations Director regarding staffing and client needs to inform hiring decisions and/or improvement efforts.
  • Serves as hiring manager for the practice leading interviews for production staff and project managers.
  • Supervises production staff in project execution and client service to ensure consistency in service delivery across projects.
  • Manages employee performance and operational needs, as necessary - e.g., evaluations, employee development, discipline, timesheets.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Employee Engagement & Teamwork
  • Practices effective employee relations and personnel management within the practice.
  • Teams with technical managers to align appropriate training, development, and mentoring of talent.
  • Communicates opportunities and gaps in employee development to practice and sector leadership.
  • Collaborates with organizational, sector, practice, and/or office leadership to foster an engaged, dynamic employee culture and lead company-wide events and initiatives.

Client Experience
  • Manages client relationships, especially within their geographical region, as requested by Practice Director.
  • May serve as a strategic client contact within local geographic region for assigned practice and/or for other practices building a new regional presence.
  • Maintains knowledge and presence within the industry to contribute to project pursuits.
  • Assists Practice Director and marketing staff to generate proposals and determine a profitable fee structure that aligns with the practice strategy.

Project Management
  • Ensures that production of drawings, specifications, reports, and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements, and practice trends.
  • Serves as Project Manager for critical clients and projects within the practice, as needed.

Core Competencies
Communication
  • Keeps others well informed and prioritizes audiences, accuracy, and timeliness.
  • Facilitates an efficient, consistent workflow and exchange of information.
  • Adjusts communication based on needs and make-up of audience.

Integrity
  • Leads by example, challenges assumptions, and creates candid feedback loops.
  • Aligns personal actions and words, extends and receives trust, and upholds commitments.
  • Maintains the confidence of clients and colleagues, especially when handling sensitive information.

Quality Orientation
  • Creates a sense of urgency to tackle problems and rewards responsiveness.
  • Recognizes opportunity for improvement, creating and supporting processes and feedback to improve results.
  • Holds others accountable for doing their best work.

Teamwork/Inclusion
  • Promotes a culture of collaboration across roles and teams.
  • Navigates difficult conversations with diplomacy and leverages cooperative efforts to resolve conflict.
  • Confronts exclusionary behavior and participates productively in discussions of diverse, sensitive societal topics.

Continuous Learning
  • Pursues challenging assignments and new knowledge.
  • Encourages experimentation when faced with new challenges.
  • Examines mistakes, clarifies lessons learned, and applies to future work.

Functional/Technical Expertise
  • Leverages area of expertise to contribute to team and company goals.
  • Promotes an environment where people openly share their expertise, experiences, opinions, ideas, and perspectives.
  • Maintains knowledge, skills, and abilities relevant to success throughout job functions.

Leadership
INSPIRES THE ORGANIZATION
  • Personifies the values of the organization and champions organizational culture and vision, earnestly supporting and mobilizing decisions made by organizational leadership.
  • Navigates ambiguity and change in a positive way, proactively seeking support from leadership when needed.

FOCUSES ON CLIENT EXPERIENCE
  • Fosters positive client relationships and coaches others to do the same, striving for best-in-class service and internal and external client satisfaction.
  • Anticipates and responds proactively to changes in client needs, priorities, and/or expectations, ensuring quality results.

DEVELOPS THE STRENGTHS OF OTHERS
  • Demonstrates empathy and builds strong relationships with colleagues.
  • Seeks and shares productive feedback with candor to help others grow, celebrating the effort, progress, and everyday wins of colleagues.

DRIVES ACCOUNTABILITY, QUALITY, AND INNOVATION
  • Expects and drives high-quality results and welcomes innovative strategies, especially in times of change.
  • Models financially responsible behaviors and coaches others to be fiscally mindful as employee-owners.

Required Education, Experience, Licenses & Technical Competencies
  • Bachelor's degree in any engineering, construction management, science, technology, marketing, or business preferred. Years of relevant experience in leadership/management position will be considered in lieu of requisite education.
  • Eight (8) or greater years of relevant experience, with a minimum of two (2) years personnel or project management experience.
  • Proven track record in contributing to the growth and development of client-focused engineering teams, as well as ability to motivate, direct, and coach staff.
  • Demonstrates excellent motivation, team leading, and the ability to achieve goals and objectives.
  • Broad proficiency of engineering design fundamentals and advanced knowledge of the A&E industry, codes, design guides, and standards. Knowledge may apply to a broad range of practice, project, or program types.
  • Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.

Physical & Other Requirements
  • Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Let's Talk Perks
We take care of our people. As a Henderson employee, you'll enjoy some pretty awesome perks. Trust us, your friends will all have work envy.
Culture
  • Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.)
  • Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.)
  • Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.)
  • Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new child.)
  • Health and Wellness Initiatives (Get Fit and Stay Fit.)
  • Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership (Our doors are always open.)
  • Clear Career Path Options (We want you to excel.)

Benefits
  • Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.)
  • Paid Training for Professional Development (We'll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.)
  • Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.)
  • Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We've got you covered.)
  • Paid Term Life and Disability (We've got your family covered, too.)
  • Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.)
  • Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!)
  • Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.)

More information can be found here - https://www.hendersonengineers.com/careers/.
Henderson Engineers, Inc. and Henderson Building Solutions are EEO Employers/Vet/Disabled and participate in the E-Verify program.
Applicants for positions with Henderson Engineers/Henderson Building Solutions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of eligibility will be required at the time of commencement of employment.
All offers will be contingent upon completion of the hiring process including verifications and background checks as required for employment.
To all recruitment agencies: Henderson does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Henderson without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Henderson. Please, no phone calls or emails.
NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: RECRUITMENT FRAUD ALERT
Henderson representatives conduct all email communications exclusively through a company email address that ends with @hendersonengineers.com, @hendersonbuilding.com. We extend offers of employment only after a comprehensive interview process and will never ask you for a payment of any sort nor offer one for any reason. Henderson will not ask any applicant to purchase equipment, nor offer to reimburse any applicant for expenses incurred prior to employment. We will not request personal information until a legitimate offer of employment has been extended. If you suspect a recruitment attempt is fraudulent, you should cease communications. All legitimate job opportunities are posted on our company website's careers page.