JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leads the implementation of Business Transformation Initiatives.
Provides input into the continuous improvement of Samuel’s Project.
Management process and drives awareness and adherence.
Create a project environment that enables peak performance by all team members, and successfully deliver all assigned projects, within a matrix structure.
Project Management subject matter expert for processes and best practices, and drive the continuous development of Samuel’s program/project planning, scheduling, resource management practices.
Maintain a high level of quality in project management processes and deliver all required project artifacts including but not limited to
Project Charter
Project Plan including a comprehensive Work Breakdown Structure
Risk, Action, Issue, Decision (RAID) Log
Status and Steering Committee Reports
Project Closeout and Lessons Learned Register
Proactively identify changes in work scope and ensure appropriate planning measures are taken with all stakeholders to reassess and/or amend the scope of work, budget, and timeline.
Responsible for vendor and procurement management process related to project.
Effectively represent project at meetings with IT and Business Unit leaders ensuring priorities are communicated and understood, and that progress, delays, issues, and risks are reported.
Manage IT communications, training, and organizational change management plans for internal and external stakeholders.
Manage projects utilizing Agile Project Methodology and Scrum Framework Delivery approach.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, or related or equivalent experience.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified.
Scrum Master Certified.
ITIL Foundations an asset.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
8+ years of progressive experience in IT Project Management.
SKILLS:
Demonstrated ability to manage 2 or more high-risk, complex projects involving external vendors and multiple business areas.
Extensive knowledge of project management methodology – Traditional and Agile Methodologies.
Experience implementing ERP and/or MES, preferably D365 or IFS.
Highly developed interpersonal skills including written and oral. communication skills, with the ability to interact and communicate effectively with Senior Stakeholders.
Ability to build and influence teams in a matrix environment to drive results.
Strong ability to effectively plan and facilitate meetings.
Ability to build strong relationships and remain calm and constructive when conflicts arise.
Action oriented and able to work proactively with little or no direct management.
Familiar with NIST, ITAR, and CMMC an asset.
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