About Northern
Headquartered in London, Ontario, Canada, Northern is an integrated digital solutions agency specializing in helping leading commercial and public service brands navigate digital change. By leveraging our expertise and deep understanding of our clients’ businesses, we collaborate to design, create, and enable tailored digital experiences that drive growth.
Since our founding in 2015, Northern has grown into a team of 200+ digital experts, receiving multiple recognitions in employee engagement from Great Place to Work® Canada, including Best Workplaces™ for Inclusion, Women, Mental Health, Hybrid Work, and more.
What We’re Looking For
We are currently looking for a highly motivated Project Manager to join our eCommerce Development team! In this role, you'll be the driving force behind delivering projects on budget, on time, and exceeding our client's expectations. Your responsibilities will include overseeing projects to ensure optimal results, efficient resource management, and harmonizing diverse stakeholder interests. Leading by example, you'll uphold quality standards, mentor your project teams, and provide dynamic project leadership. As the main client contact, you'll deliver exceptional service. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment!
- Full-time remote is available nationally (Canada only). Our Connected Workplace Program gives you to option to choose a remote, hybrid or in-office workspace!
Benefits to Becoming a Northerner
In exchange for your talent, Northern is committed to providing:
Robust Benefits plan, including a Health Spending Account
Wellness Program & LifeWorks EAP
Fitness Reimbursement Program
Vet Care Program
RRSP Matching
Profit-Sharing Performance Bonuses
Endless Professional Growth Opportunities
Delicious Meals & Company Social Events
Free Onsite Parking
Referral Bonus Program
Flexible work environment - so you can work where & when you work best
Allowance to help set up home office
Just to name a few!...
What You'll Be Doing
Take ownership of project management for various eCommerce projects, overseeing project planning, remediation (QA/UAT), scope changes, scheduling, and cost determination
Identify key decision makers and lead client discussions to gather, refine and define project requirements (business requirements, content needs, technical requirements)
Partner with tech leads to define the solution and determine project estimates and deliverables
Continually deliver consistent and clear visibility to all stakeholders (internal and external) of activities, milestones, costs, deliverables and risks
Ensure there is a backlog of tasks on all projects you manage and that the project teams have the access and direction to work efficiently and effectively
Prepare resourcing needs for weekly project forecasting meetings of cross-functional teams
Conduct a quality review of work to ensure it is meeting agreed upon requirements and approved scope
Fulfill monthly invoicing needs
Schedule, prepare agendas and facilitate all client meetings
Understand Northern’s and your clients’ businesses and look for business opportunities to share with the Client team
Communicate regularly with internal team leadership about project resourcing, progress, successes and challenges
What We're Looking For
5+ years of experience managing projects, or related experience
Successful completion of a college diploma or university degree in a related field
Previous experience managing eCommerce development projects
Experience with managing projects that develop in platforms such as Adobe Commerce,Salesforce, Magento, Shopify and Big Commerce
Exceptional relationship management skills; ability to listen, be curious, understand, empathize, be responsive and communicate constructively
Capable of independently creating project plans, timelines, and budgets for digital projects
Ability to acquire a valid passport and the interest to travel in North America
Nice to Haves
PMP, Agile, or Scrum Master certification is considered an asset
Digital or traditional agency experience is also considered an asset
Why Join Northern?
Join Northern as a Project Manager and play a key role in shaping the growth and success of our Retail practice, driving impactful solutions for both teams and clients. At Northern, you'll be part of a collaborative, innovative environment where your expertise will directly contribute to delivering high-quality solutions.
Equity and Diversity
Northern invites applications from all qualified individuals. Northern is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all individuals, including but not limited to members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations please let us know when you apply.
