IT Project Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Oversee projects at every phase of the project lifecycle, from initiation to closure.

• Independently manage medium-sized projects while providing support for larger programs.

• Handle projects related to SaaS, SAP enhancements, warehouse management advancements, cybersecurity, infrastructure improvements, and office mergers.

• Create Project Charters and organize kick-off meetings.

• Align stakeholders on goals, KPIs, and communication strategies.

• Facilitate agile planning sessions with Technical Product Owners to establish sprint schedules and go-live timelines.

• Formulate and uphold project plans that include milestones and task assignments.

• Track progress to guarantee timely delivery.

• Generate RAID logs, stakeholder analyses, decision trackers, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Record and relay budget estimates and actual expenses.

• Identify risks, escalate issues to leadership, and execute mitigation plans.

• Provide project status updates through reports, presentations, and meetings.

• Lead cutover and hypercare initiatives to ensure successful implementation.

• Conduct retrospectives, share insights gained, and propose process improvements.

• Collaborate with managers and cross-functional teams, including EPMO and GDA, to exchange best practices, discuss dependencies, and support team objectives.

• Adhere to company and departmental policies and standards; perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Sciences, Mathematics, Engineering, Business Finance, or equivalent education and/or experience.

• Minimum of 3 years of Project Management experience.

• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.

• Demonstrated ability to cultivate successful collaborative relationships across various industries.

• Effective communication skills with business leaders and collaboration capabilities with representatives from cross-functional departments.

• Competence in managing both technical and non-technical/business projects, including those with international elements.

• Proven track record of overseeing large projects (6-18 months in length) involving numerous cross-functional teams.

• Capability to handle multiple projects, conflicting priorities, and schedules concurrently, meeting all deadlines.

• Proficient in managing projects using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

• Experience in utilizing AI tools for meeting summaries, action tracking, and reporting automation.

• Strong customer service acumen and a sense of urgency.

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work outputs.

• Ability to take direction from multiple individuals while being self-directed.

• Excellent written and verbal communication capabilities.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Ability to resolve team misalignments or disputes.

• Independent judgment and critical thinking abilities.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits along with an integrated Wellness Program.

• 401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan.

• Paid Time Off (PTO).

• Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays.

• Volunteer Time Off (VTO).

• Educational Assistance Program.

• Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Patterson Perks Program.

• Competitive benefits, unique incentive programs, and rewards for eligible employees.