IT Project Manager (Heraklion | Crete or Athens)

Cosmos Sport SA, member of JD Sports Fashion Plc, founded in September of 1982. First store opened in Heraklion-Crete and since then the network expanded 91 further physical stores in Greece & Cyprus, 6 retail brands (JD Sports, Cosmos Sport, Sneaker10, Sports Factory, Slamdunk, Rundome) 9 on-line shops and thousands of happy customers in Greece and Cyprus. Cosmos Sport is a constantly growing omnichannel company with a strong passion for sportswear, street style and limited items. Our team consists of 1600+ highly skilled, self-motivated young people, who love sports and have a passion for innovation! We are proud that Cosmossport.gr is now the No1 on-line store in the industry also selling abroad, having been awarded for 7 consecutive years as the best online sports shop in the country in e-volution Awards. We are excited being a preferred partner for global brands like Nike, Adidas, Reebok in the SEE.

We are looking for an IT Project Manager to join the IT team, based in Heraklion, Crete or Athens!

As an IT Project Manager you will oversee IT projects from start to finish, coordinating teams, resources, and stakeholders. You'll be responsible for planning, executing, and monitoring project progress, managing risks and budgets, ensuring quality, and aligning IT initiatives with business goals. This position requires a blend of technical knowledge, leadership skills, and the ability to effectively communicate across all levels of our organization to deliver successful technology solutions. If you're a driven professional with a track record of managing complex IT projects, we want to hear from you. Apply now to help shape our technological future!

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute IT projects from start to finish
• Develop project schedules, budgets, and resource plans
• Lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholders
• Monitor progress, risks, and quality
• Ensure timely project delivery within budget
• Prepare status reports for management
• Manage vendor relationships
• Implement change control processes
• Align projects with organizational goals
• Ensure compliance with IT policies and regulations

• Bachelor's degree in IT / Computer Science / Business Administration or related field
• At least 2 years experience in IT Project Management
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex IT projects
• Excellent team management abilities
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Budgeting and resource allocation experience
• Experience with project management software
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Fluency in English and solid presentation skills

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Competitive compensation package
• Career development opportunities & education programs
• Up to 75% discount at the European University of Cyprus (face-to-face or online attendance)
• One day off, part of our "parents’ day off" program
• Flexitime for working parents: Open Work from Home Anytime- Anywhere you need
• Generous employee discount in all our brands (JD Sports, Cosmos Sport, Sneaker10, Slamdunk, Sportsfactory, Rundome)
• Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of Cosmos Sport team means a lot to us! We offer a variety of 100+ cool extras link here!

At Cosmos Sport, we are committed to providing a great place to work for all of our people, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientations, genders, or disability.