Project Manager

Job title:

Project Manager

Company

Randstad

Job description

Are you an experienced Project Manager in search of your next contract opportunity? Our high-profile client is seeking to hire a bilingual (English/Spanish) Project Manager to join their talented team on a 6-month contract with a strong probability of extension. Apply for this amazing opportunity if this sounds like a good fit for you!Advantages
What’s in it for you!
As a consultant with our client, you’ll receive:
– Highly competitive market hourly rates
– A 6 month contract with a strong probability of extension
– Remote interview processResponsibilities
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills in both English and Spanish and will be experienced in cross functional technology delivery. Experience within Retail environments or with hardware procurement, staging and delivery will be an asset.Lead projects from requirements definition through deployment, identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimations, and implementation plans, including risk mitigation.
Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure that projects adhere to scope, schedule, and budget.
Analyze project status and, when necessary, revise the scope, schedule, or budget to ensure that project requirements can be met.
Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders, providing day-to-day contact on project status and changes.
Partner closely with our engineers and architects to ensure Mexico store technology will be ready for cutover.
Responsibilities
Planning, organizing, and directing the completion of Mexico NSO store rollout projects.
Work with Analysts and Architects to produce Project Delivery enhancements.
Ensure that New Store Opening projects are operationally ready when launched.
Establish and maintain processes for managing scope during the project lifecycle, setting quality and performance standards and assessing risks.
Develop and maintain partnerships with third-party resources, including vendors and re-sellers.
Assign and monitor resources to ensure project efficiency and maximize deliverables.
Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate channels and stakeholders, escalate issues, as necessary, according to project work plan.
Manage the ordering process, including forecasting, creating purchase orders, and reconciling invoices.
Working closely with vendors, with particular focus on process improvement and relationship management.Qualifications
5+ years of project management experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Fluent in English and Spanish
Ability to travel freely between Canada and Mexico if required
Experience managing technology delivery projects which focused on building developing, maintaining, and overseeing the artifacts outlined under the Responsibilities.
Experience with vendor management and working with key 3rd party strategic partners.
Strong technical aptitude and the ability to understand complex IT systems, processes, and hardware configurations.
Strong presentation, written and verbal communication skills. Strong negotiation/facilitation skills with an ability to gain consensus.
Proven success working with all levels of cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Ability to consult, facilitate and manage expectations with leadership, cross-functional teams, and vendors.
Ability to leverage appropriate project management methodologies based on project requirements.
Experience in coaching project team members to strengthen their abilities and skill sets.Nice to Have
Experience in technical project management in the retail industry.
Hardware delivery project experience.
Hardware installation experience in a retail environment.Required qualifications
PMP certification and/or formal knowledge of project management principles, processes, and tools.
Bachelor’s degree with 5 of technology experience or an equivalent combination.
Knowledge of project management techniques and tools.
Knowledge of Coupa (or equivalent AP automation software) is desired.Summary
If you are a Project Manager and the prospect of joining a dedicated team intrigues you, then this role with our high-profile client could be the perfect opportunity for you.Apply below or reach out to your Randstad representative for more information.Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada’s workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

Expected salary

$59.11 – 78.81 per hour

Location

Vancouver, BC

Job date

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 06:30:31 GMT

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