JOB PURPOSE:
Perform functions to manage all projects within the organization, that have both client-facing and team-facing responsibilities to enable the successful delivery of strategic projects.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors to ensure flawless project execution.
- Deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Develop detailed project scopes and objectives with all relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure resource availability and allocation.
- Track project progress with a detailed project plan.
- Manage changes in project scope, schedule, and costs using verification techniques.
- Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques.
- Manage client and stakeholder relationships.
- Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Visit other company locations as needed.
- Travel up to 50% of time.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:
None
COMPETENCIES:
- Interpersonal skills: Interact and influence at all levels of the organization including executive leadership, cross-functional teams, and third parties.
- Project Management: Initiate, plan, execute, control, and oversee the work of a team to achieve specific goals and meet specific success criteria.
- Communication: Articulate complex matters and effectively express ideas and information in a clear and organized manner, so it is understood by others, both orally and in writing. Speak professionally with various levels of individuals to build strong professional relationships.
- Organization and task prioritization: Effectively prioritize tasks to allow for work with clear objectives and ensure that all efforts are directed and aligned with the company’s goals.
- Business Acumen: Understanding business implications of decisions; working through business situations resulting in positive outcomes and improved financial performance.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Associate degree in a related field or equivalent experience with Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
Experience and/or Training:
- Minimum 5 years of project management in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience using and understanding various software development and production technologies.
- Experience using and understanding various Project Management software, i.e. Smart Sheets, Microsoft Project, Jira.
Licenses/Certificates: None
Technology/Equipment:Proficiency working in Microsoft Office Suite, enterprise resource planning and project management software, Oracle, SAP, Great Plaines, Sage Intact, Hub Spot, Salesforce
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.
Experience and/or Training: None
Licenses/Certificates: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Technology/Equipment:Experience with Insight2020
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:
Sitting for long periods of time, 6-8 hours per day. Walking, speaking, hearing seeing. Listen and observe the environment for hazard prevention. Use hands for tools and typing. Semi-frequently lift up to 15 lbs. Some tasks may require the employee to bend, stoop, twist, and turn.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Indoor office working environment. Office is temperature-controlled all year round. Minimal hazards identified.
EMPLOYER STATEMENT:
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The mental and physical requirements are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. This job description represents characteristics the individual may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position.