Senior IT Project Manager - Global Retail

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Do you want to take that excitement and knowledge and work for a world-class organization?

Then apply today to our IT team at Ashley Furniture – the World’s Largest Furniture Manufacturer!

Our IT team combines a highly skilled workforce, the most advanced equipment available, and incredible computer optimization to create one of the most agile operations in the industry!

Sr. IT Project Manager - Global Retail

The Sr. IT Global Retail Project Manager will formalize, plan, and execute some of Ashley’s top Global Retail initiatives, according to business objectives while meeting strict deadlines and budgets. This includes coordinating and assigning resources, including third-party contractors or consultants and cross-portfolio dependencies to meet project objectives. This position will lead documentation, requirements, and set standards using project management methodologies, best practices and will assist the leadership team in establishing the strategy and direction of the project. They will also mentor and provide guidance to other project managers as needed.

This position will work out of our office in Tampa FL.

What Will You Do?

• Utilize Project Management methodologies and standards in accordance to corporate standards across the department and ensure alignment with business directives and initiatives.
• Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors for the flawless execution of project.
• Evaluate proposed solutions, probe options, and make recommendations.
• Ensure change management procedures and documentation practices are upheld.
• Analyze project risks, issues, costs, and benefits to make relevant recommendations; propose evolutions and changes where needed.
• Responsible for “end-to-end” management of multiple medium to large sized, moderate to highly complex Global Retail Technology projects.
• Plan, execute and finalize projects on time and on budget, following appropriate standards and delivering specific, measurable results to business partners.
• Manage project components including financial management, quality management, control management, resource management and business continuity management.
• Effectively communicate project expectations, issues, risks and decisions to project team, business stakeholders, and IT.
• Ensure smooth transition of projects into operational environment for continued serviceability.
• Measure success factors to ensure project objectives and deliverables were met.
• Enable cross-functional collaboration across the enterprise. Work with business partners to gather requirements and deliver value and Return on Investment (ROI) of projects.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

What Do You Need?

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or other related fields, Required
• 7 years of Project Management experience, preferably in the domain of Retail Systems, eCommerce, Omni-Channel, Customer Care or Marketing
• PMP, PMI-ACP, or SAFe Release Train Engineer Certification, Preferred
• Scrum Master, Nice to Have
• Understanding of the various systems and technologies that construct the Retail ecosystem
• Significant experience working within Agile (SAFe) and Waterfall frameworks and knowing when to apply both.
• Proactive desire to own and drive large, complex programs forward through measurable process, planning, and team engagement
• Advanced communication (interpersonal, verbal, and written), team dynamics, conflict resolution, mentoring and leadership skills
• Ability to work cross functionally with multiple teams building consensus and influencing successful outcomes while facing competing priorities.
• In-Depth understanding of budget management
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong working knowledge of Project Management software (Project, SmartSheet or related tools)
• Experience managing geographically dispersed teams and external partners
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, good judgment, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously within established time constraints and budgets through the intake, assessment, execution, and project closure processes
• Ability to establish trust and credibility at all levels of the organization
• Strong attention to detail
• Perform under strong demands in a fast-paced, changing environment

What Do You Need?

• 7 years of project management, Required
• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, Business, Project Management, or related field, or equivalent work experience, required
• PMP and/or PMI-ACP, SAFe preferred
• Experience in SDLC Methodologies, Agile, SCRUM, SDLC / Waterfall required.
• 5+ years of project management experience, including tracking and planning projects
• 5+ years of experience working with business stakeholders within a cross-functional matrix environment
• 5+ years of previous experience with gathering requirements from the client / business and documentation
• 5+ years of experience with full product lifecycle with understanding of development lifecycle and various technology methodologies that support that lifecycle
• Experience in large, complex enterprise environments
• Experience in project management in the IT sector
• Ability to communicate effectively to leadership
• Experience managing geographically dispersed teams and external partners
• Solid organizational skills including strong attention to detail
• Project Budgeting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Work independently as well as in a team environment
• Experience with a document management system
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Maintain confidentiality
• Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement
• Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously within established time constraints
• Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite, internet
• Perform under strong demands in a fast-paced environment
• Work professionally with customers and co-workers to efficiently serve our customers, treating both with enthusiasm and respect
• Display empathy, understanding and patience with employees and external customers
• Respond professionally in situations with difficult employee/vendor/customer issues or inquiries

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