Project Manager, RFID Technology

Location: Vancouver, BC, Hybrid

Language: English, professional written and verbal communication required

Background Check Requirement: Must be eligible to work in Canada

 

About the Opportunity

Join a high-performing retail capabilities team that is transforming the in-store experience through innovative technology solutions. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Project Manager who thrives in fast-paced retail environments and has a passion for leading large-scale system implementations that directly impact operations, inventory accuracy, and customer experience.

In this role, you will lead the end-to-end delivery of RFID implementations across a growing retail store network. You will work closely with cross-functional teams across retail operations, IT, distribution, finance, and asset protection to ensure successful deployments with minimal disruption to store operations. This role offers the opportunity to influence operational excellence at scale while contributing to a collaborative and forward-thinking culture.

 

What’s In It for You

A chance to work on innovative retail transformation initiatives that directly shape the customer and employee experience. You’ll join a collaborative environment that values curiosity, continuous improvement, and practical problem-solving.

This organization fosters a culture that encourages ownership, adaptability, and growth. You’ll gain exposure to enterprise-level retail technology programs while partnering with passionate teams committed to operational excellence and innovation.

 

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll lead pilot programs, phased rollouts, and enterprise-wide RFID deployments across retail locations
• In this role, you’ll manage project plans, deployment schedules, status reporting, and post-launch reviews
• You’ll coordinate cross-functional stakeholders across IT, Retail Operations, Merchandise, and Loss Prevention to ensure alignment on scope, timelines, and execution
• You’ll oversee store readiness, cutover planning, and in-store deployment activities to support successful go-live execution
• In this role, you’ll proactively identify project risks, escalate issues when required, and recommend practical solutions
• You’ll manage vendor relationships and ensure delivery milestones, SLAs, and implementation expectations are met
• You’ll support field engagement and change management efforts to drive adoption and operational success

 

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive project or program management experience within retail technology, supply chain, or large-scale operational environments
• Proven experience leading end-to-end retail systems implementations, including RFID, POS, inventory management, or workforce management solutions
• Experience delivering multi-store or multi-region deployments, including pilot programs and phased rollouts
• Strong understanding of retail operations, store workflows, and operational change impacts
• Experience managing implementations involving both hardware and software components
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for business audiences
• Nice to have: Hands-on experience with RFID systems, including EPC/Gen2 standards, reader infrastructure, middleware, and inventory integration

 

Why Partner with Altis

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.