Project Manager - Supply Chain loc : Vancouver, WA,
100,000 - 200,000
Job Description:
- The ideal candidate can clearly demonstrate the ability to deliver analytical, organization analysis and possesses the ability to synthesize complex data into easy to understand presentations, reports and materials.
- The position requires an individual who can work independently with limited supervision and one who has the ability to manage multiple project components against complex timelines.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Manage the execution of approved projects according to established target dates in an organized, detailed manner.
- Projects require cross-functional coordination, communication, influence and negotiation.
- Provide analytical support for change initiatives.
- Develop and revise project materials and maintain project documentation in a manner that will facilitate ease of access and use.
- Provide numeric and graphic design support (e.g. - presentation materials).
- Recommend improvements in project deliverables and process improvements.
- Independently manage identified projects per established project plan, with minimal oversight.
- Prepare recommendations and implement plans to address identified needs.
- Coordinate and manage project-related activities.
- Schedule and facilitate meetings necessary to coordinate and manage projects and other related business requirements.
- Coordinate and communicate all phases of the development lifecycle (design, development, testing, implementation, and post-implementation support) of the project cycle (initiate plan, execute control and close) as well as analysis post launch during the review phase.
- Utilize familiarity with the organization and operations of the company, while analyzing and documenting business needs and system requirements.
- Develop workable implementation plans; Communicate changes effectively; Build commitment and overcome resistance.
- Develop working knowledge of solid project management approaches, through formal training and on-the-job experience.
- Maintain good working relationships with stakeholders and subject matter experts from other departments to facilitate successful completion of projects.
- Utilize techniques and methodologies such as Needs Assessment, Cost-benefit analysis and/or Return on Investment analysis, Process Flows, Requirements Specification, Functional Specification, Critical Path Planning, Project Milestones, and Resource Planning.
- All employees are expected to perform any reasonable work requested that falls within the job expectations but not specifically described above.
QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelors??s Degree or four to six years related experience and/or training.
- 3-5 years of Supply Chain
Operations Experience Required.
- PMP-certified preferred.
- Prior experience leading major projects, using project management tools and methods, and the definition and optimization of business processes.
- Excellent oral and written communicational skills.
- Ability to analyze, interpret, problem solve and present information to management, co-workers and business clients.
- Ability to learn new technologies independently.
- Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet all deadlines independently.
- Strong follow through on assigned tasks & the ability to direct others towards strategic goals.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications (such as Excel, Microsoft Project, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook) is required.
- Excellent interpersonal, problem solving and organizational skills combined with highly developed oral and written communication skills are essential.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate information with others clearly and concisely.
- Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment within both the department as well as cross-functional teams.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.