Senior Production Manager

Who We Are

At Agile Retail, we operate stores, build brands and support some of the world's most recognisable retail businesses. We are looking for a Senior Production Manager to sit at the centre of our creative and build operation - taking ownership of retail fit outs, pop-ups, branded environments and experiential activations from concept through to completion.

This is not a traditional Production management role. No two days are the same and the right person will thrive in a fast-paced retail environment where ownership, commercial awareness, creative thinking, problem solving and strong execution genuinely matter.

The Senior Production Manager Role

You'll own the end-to-end delivery of retail fit outs, branded environments, pop-ups and experiential activations, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest possible standard.

• Own the delivery of retail fit outs, branded environments, pop-ups and experiential activations from brief through to completion
• Take client briefs and turn them into clear, deliverable project plans
• Carry out site surveys and feasibility assessments
• Advise on build methods, materials and technical requirements
• Build project budgets, Bills of Materials and manage Production costs
• Source suppliers, compare quotations and value engineer where appropriate
• Prepare proposals, installation plans and client presentations for approval
• Lead client communication, weekly WIP meetings and stakeholder updates
• Brief design, production and installation teams throughout Production delivery
• Approve drawings, samples and technical specifications
• Coordinate logistics, deliveries, site readiness and installation schedules
• Act as the onsite point of contact during installations, resolving issues quickly while maintaining quality
• Complete snagging, project handovers and final project documentation

What's In It For The Senior Production Manager?

• Fast-growing retail business working with major global brands
• High exposure to clients, creative teams, production teams and retail partners
• A role with real ownership across retail fit outs, branded environments and experiential projects
• Energetic, entrepreneurial culture where pace and accountability matter
• Genuine variety across creative production, installations, live environments and retail activations
• The opportunity to shape how Agile Retail delivers exceptional retail experiences as the business grows

Company Benefits

• Dress down office environment
• Office gym / communal bar / cafe / dog friendly office / outdoor terrace
• Quarterly company bonus
• Enhanced paid holiday
• Booze bar & snack area
• Regular work socials inc summer & Christmas parties
• Wellbeing allowance

The Role Would Suit Someone Who Is

• Experienced managing retail, experiential, interiors, live events or creative production projects
• Confident leading Production from concept through to completion with full ownership
• Commercially aware with experience managing budgets, timelines and project profitability
• An excellent communicator who enjoys building long-term client relationships
• Organised and comfortable managing multiple concurrent projects
• Confident coordinating design, production and installation teams
• Comfortable managing onsite delivery within fast-paced live environments
• Solutions focused with excellent stakeholder management and problem-solving skills
• Passionate about delivering exceptional retail environments and customer experiences

Bonus Points If You Have Experience With

• SketchUp or AutoCAD
• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator or InDesign)
• Print, POS or fixture production
• Health & Safety site standards and CDM processes
• Joinery, fabrication and manufacturing workflows
• An established network of trusted build and production suppliers

Part project leader. Part retail expert. Part client partner.

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