IT Project Manager-26534
hace 3 días
Grand Rapids
Job Description Our client distributes grocery products to independent and chain retailers in 50 states and our corporate-owned retail stores throughout the Midwest, in addition to fresh food processing and distribution. Through our MDV military division, we are a leading distributor of grocery products to U.S. military commissaries. Our client is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead a variety of different projects. Duration of this contract: 6+ months Location: Prefer - Hybrid work week (onsite 3 days) OR 100% remote in approved states (Fla, Ga, Ind, Iowa, Md, Mich, Minn, N.C., N.D., Neb, Ohio, Okla, S.D., Tenn, Texas, Va, W. VA., Wis, Position Summary: The person would be supporting our Supply Chain and Retail projects primarily, with some overlap into other areas as needed. The candidate should be a strong overall PM with good experience running multiple projects at once, potentially from different delivery areas. This role is responsible for managing the effective delivery of assigned projects by providing end-to-end guidance from solution design, requirement negotiation, issues escalation, resource allocation, and monitoring project activities throughout the entire development cycle. Responsible for project initiation, planning, development, execution, implementation, and communication pertaining to technology and business solutions. Ensure that project goals are accomplished within a defined time and budget and in line with business objectives. Responsible for the project management of small to mid-sized projects or assigned phases of larger/complex projects. Here's what you'll do: • Partner with functional business departments and sponsors to create, review, and gain approval of project scope, objectives, and plans and to determine the timeframe, funding, and resource allocation on various project phases, staffing requirements, and procedures for accomplishment., • Manage the planning, management, and completion of assigned projects; develop and define detailed work plans and project deliverables., • Develop and maintain project timelines and milestones., • Ensure appropriate approvals are obtained for each project phase and that team members understand expectations, timelines, and scope., • Manage the details of the project including the plan, schedule, resources, task assignments, risk, scope, and budget; track progress and monitor project management activities to ensure projects are completed according to the determined schedule and budget., • Report schedule, budget, and delivery details to business and department management., • Advise or make recommendations to management of interim plans, potential issues, mitigating strategies, and implications of requested scope or resource changes., • Interface with end users, technology specialists, and senior project management team to understand and prioritize business goals and information needs; oversee the development of business processes, systems requirements, and design specifications., • Manage the financial aspects of projects including project budget, forecasting, and reporting actual and forecast expenditures., • Coordinate and communicate cross-functionally with assigned project team members to facilitate deviation from original specifications and identify effective solutions., • Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and best project management practices; make recommendations to improve current programs and processes., • Bachelor's Degree (Required) in Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent combination of education and/or experience., • Project Management Professional license (Preferred), • 10+ years of progressive broad-based information systems and business experience; prior project management experience and skills (planning and organizing) to include implementation projects or work process cycles from inception to completion. Experience in technological development and testing of applications is desirable., • Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact and influence associates and management at all levels., • Strong organizational, project management, negotiation, and leadership skills., • Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment., • Ability to resolve issues with a detail-oriented approach., • Ability to understand, analyze and communicate technical designs, project issues, and status effectively., • Strong working knowledge of project management lifecycle and processes., • Ability to articulate technical information to a variety of audiences., • Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project)., • May be required to travel up to 25%., • Most projects utilize the Waterfall methodology - moving to Agile with some large projects, • Working w/ Jira is a plusCompany DescriptionWhether you are seeking employment opportunities, or candidates for your open positions, iMPact Business Group is committed to providing our candidates and clients with unparalleled service and results. We leverage 200+ years of combined experience to develop Strategic Staffing Solutions that deliver best in class results while reducing overall costs associated with staffing initiatives. Our main focus areas of expertise are Information Technology, Engineering, Finance /Accounting, Business Administration/Process and Project Management. Benefits: 401(k) matching Comprehensive dental, vision, and health insurance Flexible schedule options Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Employee assistance and discount programs Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement iMPact Business Group specializes in providing businesses with professional level Staffing (Contract/Project Staffing, Contingent/Direct Hire and Executive Retained Search). Since our inception, Impact Business Group has grown a recruiting and delivery platform that consistently exceeds our client's expectations. Besides providing you with training and the tools needed to ramp up quickly, we support you with a generous base salary, structured tenure pay increases and an uncapped commissions plan offers you an unlimited earnings potential. Experience the difference a results-oriented service organization can provide. Our clients, candidates and employees leverage an uncommon work ethic to deliver uncommon results. The philosophy is simple: integrate Motivated People and companies together - iMPact - the difference! Contact us today to learn more: *** Grand Rapids, Michigan: 616.254.8586 *** Tampa, Florida: 813.463.8850 *** *** Chat with us live: you are seeking employment opportunities, or candidates for your open positions, iMPact Business Group is committed to providing our candidates and clients with unparalleled service and results. We leverage 200+ years of combined experience to develop Strategic Staffing Solutions that deliver best in class results while reducing overall costs associated with staffing initiatives. Our main focus areas of expertise are Information Technology, Engineering, Finance /Accounting, Business Administration/Process and Project Management.\r\n\r\nBenefits:\r\n401(k) matching\r\nComprehensive dental, vision, and health insurance\r\nFlexible schedule options\r\nHealth savings account\r\nLife insurance\r\nPaid time off\r\nProfessional development assistance\r\nEmployee assistance and discount programs\r\nReferral program\r\nRetirement plan\r\nTuition reimbursement\r\n\r\niMPact Business Group specializes in providing businesses with professional level Staffing (Contract/Project Staffing, Contingent/Direct Hire and Executive Retained Search). Since our inception, Impact Business Group has grown a recruiting and delivery platform that consistently exceeds our client's expectations. Besides providing you with training and the tools needed to ramp up quickly, we support you with a generous base salary, structured tenure pay increases and an uncapped commissions plan offers you an unlimited earnings potential. \r\n\r\nExperience the difference a results-oriented service organization can provide. Our clients, candidates and employees leverage an uncommon work ethic to deliver uncommon results. The philosophy is simple: integrate Motivated People and companies together - iMPact - the difference!\r\n\r\nContact us today to learn more:\r\n* Grand Rapids, Michigan: 616.254.8586\r\n* Tampa, Florida: 813.463.8850\r\n*** *** Chat with us live: