Project Manager - Strategic Projects (Hybrid in CLT)Click Here to Apply OnlineJob Description Compass Corporate A family of companies and experiencesAs the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you've been hungry and away from home, chances are you've tasted Compass Group's delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. Our 225,000 associates work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family todaygreat people. great services. great results.Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar. Learn more about Compass Group, USA here: more about the Strategic Projects Team here: LOCATION: This position will work in our office located in Charlotte, NC on a Hybrid Schedule. Job Summary This Project Manager position offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure leading impactful enterprise-wide business initiatives in a Fortune 500 company. This individual would be part of the Strategic Projects team comprising three primary verticals: Operational Support: Supports retention and new business operational readiness and go-lives.Continuous Improvement: Supports large scale digital transformations for Compass novation & Integrations: Supports improvement strategies related to process, technology, or acquisitions. Each project is carefully selected to achieve a significant return for the company and adds value to the growth of Compass Group. A successful candidate will be aligned to one of the Strategic Project verticals, own the life cycle of key projects, and drive necessary change throughout. Responsibilities: Define and execute project scope, goals and deliverables that support business needsBuild project teams (directly and indirectly) and actively coordinate team members to maximize productivity and project velocitiesImplement and maintain Waterfall or Agile project plans as required to support project goalsCommunicate progress, risks, and escalations appropriately at all levels of the organization, or multiple departments, and businessesCollaborate and build relationships with all stakeholders - including senior executives, sponsors, business owners, and field operationsCreate and maintain all project documentation pertinent to the project, including but not limited to, status reports, work plans, presentations, analysis, facilitation eventsAdapt approach and project management methodology as needed to ensure project successIdentify opportunities for improvement and facilitate change, within a project, or Strategic Project teamsEnhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishmentsSeek personal growth by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations Qualifications: Bachelor's degree requiredGraduate degrees preferred - MBA/ CPA /MSODPMP, Lean Sigma, SCRUM, Agile certifications encouraged3 years' experience managing enterprise projects, particularly those involving a organization or full business unit change'Big 4' consulting experience preferredProven ability to define and execute change strategiesProven ability to influence and manage external resources in a highly matrix' d environmentProven ability address competing priorities within a single project with a positive, can-do attitudeProven business analytical capabilities to solve complex business issuesProven ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environmentExcellent oral and written communication skills needed to communicate with all levels of the organizationProficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, Project Management solutions (Smartsheet, Azure DevOps, Microsoft Projects)Travel as needed (less than 25%)Apply to Compass Group todayClick here to Learn More about the Compass StoryCompass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. Los Angeles applicants: Compass Group will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box ordinance)Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanPaid Time OffHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)Associate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Req ID:1173474Compass CorporateCAMERON BLACK[[req_classification]]