• Secure Issuance Project Manager

    ManpowerGroup (Austin, TX)


    Summary

    This is a great opportunity for a seasoned Project Manager to join an engaged, dynamic and collaborative team, working on an exciting Business Transformation program.

     

    The successful candidate will have strong project management skills, a proven analytical and technical background, great business acumen, strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships.

     

    S/he will exhibit a professional manner with a curious mindset, tenacious drive to achieve to the highest of standards and not afraid to take ownership & accountability.

     

    Our client is an Agile organization following SAFe Agile Methodology and demonstrable experience of working successfully within this framework is desirable.

     

    This role will work closely with the assigned Business Area or Function as well as form part of the PMO team, collaborating with Project Managers representing other areas to a common future outcome.

     

    **Duties and Responsibilities include the following.** Other duties may be assigned.

     

    We are seeking an experienced Business Transformation Project Manager to join the PMO team, tasked with leading and facilitating our company’s strategic initiatives aimed at improving efficiencies and minimizing customizations to our internal systems. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of organizational change, process optimization and Agile / SAFe project management methodologies.

     

    + Provide weekly status updates to report on achievements, upcoming activities, decisions, risks and issues

    + Lead change initiatives: Direct the planning, execution and monitoring of transformation project, ensuring alignment to with the Company’s strategic goals.

    + Project Management: Utilize project management tools and methodologies to manage scope, timelines, costs, quality, risks and resources effectively.

    + Stakeholder management: Engage w/ stakeholders at all levels to gather requirements, communicate project status, and manage expectations. Facilitate workshops and meetings to drive decision making and consensus.

    + Process improvement: Support Business Process Owners and Process Business Analysts identify opportunities for process enhancements, streamline operations, and implement new systems or methodologies to support business objectives.

    + Change management: Develop and implement change management strategies that minimize resistance and maximize acceptance of new ways of working.

    + Team leadership: Mentor, coach and lead a cross-functional team, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes innovation and continuous improvement.

    + Risk management: proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with transformation projects.

    + Documentation and reporting: Maintain comprehensive project documentation and project regular updates to senior management and other key stakeholders.

    Qualifications

    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.

    Overall qualifications:

    + Experience in Business Transformations

    + Experience with Oracle systems

    + Experience in process re-engineering

    + Good technical, process and data knowledge and expertise

    + Must have Business Analyst experience and be willing to work hands on in a busy environment where needed

    + Strong business knowledge across all functions; Finance, Operations, Manufacturing, Pricing & Recurring Revenue, Marketing, Sales, Human Resources

    Education and/or Experience

    + Bachelor’s degree and / or minimum 7 years relevant experience

    + Proven track record of managing large-scale organization changes

    + Certifications: PMP, Agile SAFe are highly desirable

    Language Skills

    + Ability to effectively communicate in the English language, both verbally and in writing.

    + Ability to read and interpret technical journals, specifications, international technical standards, etc.

    Computer Skills

    + Proficient in MS Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.

    + Familiar with operating systems, such as Windows, etc.

    Work Environment

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

     

    + Employee works primarily in an office environment, more time in the office than remote. within a well ventilated area, and is exposed to low to moderate noise levels.

    Work Requirements

    + Compliance to all relevant policies and procedures related to Quality, Security, Safety, Business Continuity, and Environmental systems.

    + Travel and fieldwork, including international travel may be required. Therefore, employee must possess, or be able to acquire a valid passport. (minimal, 5-25%)

    + Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which you are hired.

     

    ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.