What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Project Manager position at Manhattan?
Welcome to Manhattan. Every day, our supply chain commerce technology connects two billion people to 20 billion consumer choices. In the warehouse, on the road and in the store, we make what was once impossible, possible. If you want to tackle complex problems and redefine markets, you've come to the right place.
Senior Project Manager
PRINCIPLAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manages multiple small to medium sized projects in both business application and infrastructure area
- Initiate a project by first understanding the business problem and solution goals, then defining project objectives working closely with key stakeholders.
- Lead and create project work breakdown structure working closely with project team members. Oversee creation of requirements. At times, may need to assist in documenting requirements. Manage scope throughout the project lifecycle
- Create and manage end to end comprehensive detailed project schedule with task dependencies, milestones, and resource assignments
- Manage project budget and mitigate variance against baseline
- Plan, organize and manage testing activities. Effectively and efficiently orchestrate testing execution and defect management. At times, may need to assist in creating test cases
- Identify and manage project risks and issues. Perform ongoing risk analysis and apply appropriate risk mitigation strategies. Understand the impact of the issue and resolve in a timely manner. Escalate risks and issues as necessary
- Plan and manage project change control process. Lead change impact analysis and manage Change Control Board (CCB) for change decision
- Plan and manage implementation and user go-live. Create and execute a detailed comprehensive implementation plan with small to medium dependencies. Identify, orchestrate and manage training and communication required for a successful user go-live
- Regularly distribute project status to all stakeholders
- Set clear expectations with all stakeholders, and continually manage expectations. Where needed, realign if expectations are different
- Build and grow business relationships vital to the success of the project. Develop strong relationships across the organization to influence decisions and opinions to ensure success
ADDITIONAL CHARACTERISTICS
- Proficient in understanding, analyzing, planning, and synthesizing project details, both technical and
business aspects, in a clear and meaningful manner; and articulating concisely to all levels of
stakeholders. Able to dive into technical details if required
- Proficient in proactively discovering, ascertaining and mitigating gaps, plan variances, impacts and risks to the project
- Skillful in collaborating with business to develop and articulate business case. Experienced in leading discussion with stakeholders to collect and synthesize information
- Skillful in evaluating project estimates to yield realistic and achievable goals
- Skillful in rationalizing project costs and identifying potential ways to minimize costs
- Skillful in leading and eliciting cooperation from others to take appropriate actions to resolve issues in a timely manner
- Proficient at performing what-if scenarios on scope, schedule and budget to determine project impacts
- Proficient at clearly articulating and tailoring the communication content appropriately based on audience
- Strong knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies and processes. Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies
- Skillful in conforming to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem solving capabilities.
- Skillful in interpreting communication styles of others who come from a broad spectrum of disciplines; and can tailor the style accordingly
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with an ability to be influential, persuasive, encouraging, and compelling.
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and communication (written and oral) skills
- 1 years of experience with IT Project Management software (i.e. JIRA, MS Project)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- 3 years direct work experience in IT project management capacity, including all aspects of project planning and execution.
- Experience managing projects within Workday, Salesforce, and other Windows based applications is highly preferred
- 2 years managing projects with an application delivery team or PMO
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelors or foreign equivalent degree in computer science, engineering, business or a related technical or business field.
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At Manhattan, it's about more than just the work. From cultural celebrations to interest groups to volunteer opportunities, your true self is always welcome here. Our team members' backgrounds, experiences and perspectives add to us as a whole and make us unique.
We are proudly an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a veteran. In the United States, Manhattan Associates participates in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration. Participation in the E-Verify Program allows Manhattan to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees after the Employment Eligibility Verification Form (Form I-9) has been completed.
Manhattan Associates is at the forefront of the most innovative supply chain technologies in the industry. We pride ourselves on promoting a culture that encourages open minds, fosters superior communication and creates opportunity for growth. We are proudly an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a veteran. In the United States, Manhattan Associates participates in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration. Participation in the E-Verify Program allows Manhattan Associates to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees after the Employment Eligibility Verification Form (Form I-9) has been completed.
