• IT Project Manager- Data BI

    ManpowerGroup (St. Paul, MN)


    IT Project Manager – Data / BI / EIM

     

    Duration: 12-month contract (goal is contract-to-hire)

     

    Pay Rate: $60hr W2

     

    Overview

     

    IT Project Manager to support enterprise initiatives within the Enterprise Information Management (EIM) team. This PM will lead a variety of data and business intelligence (BI) projects, drive process maturity, and help shape the foundation of structured delivery within the EIM organization.

     

    The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can balance technical delivery with stakeholder management and thrives in a “Wagile” (Waterfall + Agile hybrid) environment.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Lead full project lifecycle management for data and BI initiatives, including planning, execution, delivery, and closure.

    • Partner closely with technical leads, business stakeholders, and vendor teams (including Tiger Analytics).

    • Support and improve project management practices within the EIM group.

    • Manage both Agile and Waterfall projects; adapt methods based on team maturity and project needs.

    • Oversee project documentation, scope management, budgets, and timelines.

    • Ensure clear communication across cross-functional teams and leadership.

    • Facilitate daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and other ceremonies as appropriate.

    • Mentor team members and promote PM discipline within the organization.

    Required Skills & Experience

    • Proven background managing data, BI, analytics, or EIM projects.

    • Strong understanding of Microsoft technology stack, Azure, and DevOps.

    • Experience using Wrike or similar project management tools.

    • Ability to work effectively in both Agile and Waterfall delivery models.

    • Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder-management skills.

    • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent efforts.

    • Experience in distribution industry strongly preferred; exposure to retail, CPG, manufacturing, or logistics a plus.

    • PMP certification is not required but considered beneficial.

    Soft Skills / Culture Fit

    • Embodies Patrick Lencioni’s “Hungry, Humble, Smart” model.

    • Confident without ego; can lead discussions and influence outcomes with professionalism.

    • Collaborative, flexible, and adaptable in a fast-moving environment.

    • Appreciates balanced work culture while showing commitment when weekend work is occasionally needed.

     

    If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

     

    About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:** **Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

     

    _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

     

    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.