Project Manager - Staffmark Group : Job Details

Staffmark Workforce Solutions offers this exciting contract opportunity at a global leader in electronics, mobile devices and appliances located in Plano, TX.

Project Manager (Non-IT)

Position Summary:

The main function of a non-IT project manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems and product roll-out, etc. or any other non-IT based project. This leader has the responsibility for strategic development and program operational support team for our clients Retail Device program at AT&T. You will work with Channel Operations and Account teams on the planning, execution and evaluation of the Advocacy program. You will be responsible for stakeholder management; project planning including milestone management; and risk and issue management.

Reports to the Director, AT&T Retail Channel, based at our Plano, TX office.

Responsibilities:

* Be a strategic partner to assist in shaping and driving the strategy for program execution, including goal setting and measurement, and identification of gaps and opportunities to focus

* Ensure the successful implementation of program strategy, objectives, targets, and deliverables

* Adopt changes to address changing market conditions and evolving business

* Work closely with retail and account team leadership on project deliverables

* Establish frameworks and standards for Program and Project Management

* Manage and/or compile Program related financial and KPI information

* Define and embed project control and governance

* Provide Project planning, Milestone management, Scope management, Financial Management; Change Management across the project portfolio

* Data interpretation (assessing key change drivers)

* Preparing slides communicating findings in a succinct and visual manner

* Works closely with Retail, Account team and Marketing functions to ensure strategy and plans are effectively implemented and reviewed

Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree preferred with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in Product, Online, Sales or Marketing Management experience

* PMI or PMP certification preferred

* 2-4 years of relevant experience

* Proven ability to successfully bring products to market and providing strategic guidance and operational oversight

* Ability to communicate effectively and craft compelling narratives to influence business and tactical stakeholders across all levels of the organization

* Exceptional problem-solving skills, including ability to operate in ambiguity and establishing frame works that apply to emerging business problems

* Strong organization and execution skills, including ability to operate independently and drive strategic initiatives from ideation to end results

* Experience with top retailer or consumer electronics strongly preferred

* Will need to be results oriented, seek empowerment, inquisitive, and possess versatile communication styles

* Ability to influence, lead, motivate and direct the activities cross functional resources and support groups to attain objectives, establish project schedules and execute within specified timeline

Desired Characteristics:

* Constantly curious, leading by example to ensure research, insights and data analytics drives our understanding of the customer and their needs

* A passionate customer advocate

* Demonstrated experience in presentations, story-telling and sound bites

* Self-starter, high level of energy, motivation and ability to work independently, mobilize teams into action and manage multiple projects with demanding platforms

* Leadership presence. Enables success for others through good partnerships and trusted partners. Skilled communicator who influences internal and external stakeholders and decision-makers.

* Challenges the status quo, never settles and drives, innovates to find a better way

* Humble, proud and creates environments where team members enjoy accountability and fulfilment from working in your team.

Staffmark talent working with this client receive competitive compensation and a great benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K and Paid Time Off plus more!

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