Project Coordinator Level II - Saxon Global : Job Details

Job DescriptionManage the day to day execution of program management initiatives, project portfolio and support capabilities within Indirect Sourcing. Implement strategic direction and function as a liaison to drive cost savings within the business units. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others. experience managing business change initiatives Ability to load and analyze data sets, develop pivot tables and reports in Excel Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively communicate to customers and all levels of the organization Proven track record of delivering objectives on time and within budget Knowledge of the sourcing process and levers that produce savings Knowledge and understanding of project life cycles Managing multiple projects. Experience in identifying market opportunities and developing category/project strategies to maximize savings experience in identifying broader opportunities across a range of categories and developing strategies to maximize savings using general business understanding of financials, cost drivers, market conditions and leverage opportunities across a wide range of industries. Must be able to confidently use knowledge to discuss/negotiate with suppliers Key Responsibilities Coordinate and lead all facets of program budgeting, including the development and ongoing management of annual budgets; capital and expense Plan/forecast future budgets Creat and manage project schedules through an identified tracking tool, this includes developing guidelines, criteria, and establishing resource planning requirements Partner with departmental and business management teams to evaluate requirements and determine the best solutions for initiatives, utilizing information from a variety of sources, including internal best practices and competitor/industry practices Ensure project goals are defined and monitored to ensure agreements are met Lead in the development of messaging, content, and themes for department communications Partner with Category Managers with data, negotiations, and research to keep projects on-track Ensure incorporation of robust category strategy/management processes across the categories Develop progress and status reporting for corporate strategic planning team Develop senior executive updates on indirect sourcing, including coordination of Cost Leadership Council Coordinate enablement programs including skills inventory, gap analysis and trainingRequired Skills : Location: Candidate MUST be local and able to report to the BTC/GO periodically, no specific days/times. The candidate will be working remotely outside of that. This PC will be handling time tracking and program related communication for a very large program. (The manager will go into further detail on this during the interview process). This is NOT an entry level role, candidates should have relevant experience as a project coordinator. Former Kroger associates/contractors are a plus. Background Check :YesDrug Screen :YesNotes :Selling points for candidate :Project Verification Info : The information provided below is for Apex Systems AV use only and is not to be distributed publicly, or to any third party. Any distribution of the below information will result in corrective action from Apex Systems Vendor Management. MSA: Restricted Client Letter: Will Provide Candidate must be your W2 Employee :YesExclusive to Apex :NoFace to face interview required :NoCandidate must be local :NoCandidate must be authorized to work without sponsorship ::NoInterview times set : :NoType of project :Master Job Title :Branch Code :