Project Manager – 6 Month Contract Assignment

• Assignment Type: Contract (W-2, subject to confirmation)
• Start Date: November 2026
• Scheduled End Date: April 2027
• Work Arrangement: Fully Remote
• Compensation: $66,000 - $90,000 annualized, prorated for the six-month assignment and paid twice per month. Actual compensation within this range will depend on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location and other relevant factors.

Barrows is a commerce experience agency dedicated to building the world’s leading experiences for brands and retailers. We combine data-led strategy, creativity, and technology to engage and convert shoppers online and in-store. From shopper marketing to retail toolkits, display design, category management and store design, we deliver end-to-end solutions that don’t just meet expectations, they re-imagine them.

Backed by the scale and innovation of WPP and VML, our global team re-imagines what’s possible at the intersection of creativity and commerce. We bring together strategy, design, and AI-powered insights to help clients achieve more with less all fueled by a can-do spirit, relentless curiosity, and the belief that remarkable experiences can both build brands and grow real business results.

This is a pivotal role that helps bring retail and shopper marketing initiatives to life by ensuring projects run smoothly from brief through delivery. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of the retail landscape, thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment, and is an expert in ensuring on time delivery with excellence.

You will be responsible for managing timelines, coordinating resources, and keeping teams aligned across a variety of retail-focused initiatives, from shopper marketing campaigns and in-store activations to retail displays and creative production. Working closely with Client Partnership, Creative, Strategy, Production, and Resource Management teams, you’ll help streamline execution, anticipate challenges, remove roadblocks, and drive day-to-day progress across multiple workstreams.

In addition to bringing a killer attitude and energy, this individual must be able to:

• 3-5 years of experience in project management preferably within a creative agency or similar environment.
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to juggle multiple priorities and timelines.
• Clear, confident communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Monday.com, Asana, Smartsheet, or similar).
• proactive, solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.