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Wesco is seeking a highly organized, commercially minded Project Manager III to support complex customer opportunities involving warehouse and inventory management solutions for the utility and data center markets. As a Project Manager III, you will manage and oversee all aspects of a project to ensure it is completed on-time and within budget. You are responsible for managing scope, cost, schedule, internal staffing and outside vendors. You will prepare reports for upper management regarding status of project as well as contribute to moderately complex aspects of a project. Your work is generally independent and collaborative in nature.

Responsibilities:

• Directs and manages large and complex project development from beginning to end
• Defines project scope, goals and deliverables to support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
• Develops full-scale project plans and associated communications documents
• Communicates project expectations to team members and stakeholders
• Liaise with project stakeholders on an on-going basis
• Estimates resources and participants needed to achieve project goals
• Develops employees to be self-sufficient in continuous improvement tools
• Functions as leader for continuous improvement events
• Aligns activities with corporate goals around safety, quality, delivery and cost
• Performs root cause analysis on gaps, identifies waste, and works with leadership to drive sustainable corrective action
• Drafts and submits budget proposals, and recommends subsequent budget changes
• Negotiates with other department managers for acquisition of required personnel
• Determines and assesses need for additional staff or consultants and makes appropriate staffing adjustments during project cycle
• Sets and manages project expectations with team members and other stakeholders
• Delegates tasks and responsibilities to personnel
• Identifies and resolves issues and conflicts within project team
• Identifies and manages project dependencies and critical path
• Plans and schedules project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools
• Tracks project milestones and deliverables
• Develops and delivers progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations
• Manages changes in project scope, identifies potential concerns, and devises contingency plans

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 5 years required, 7 years experience preferred of directing work in a large-scale project management capacity, including all aspects of process development and execution
• Business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods
• Prior experience with managing people and processes to achieve objectives
• Ability to build effective business relationships with other functional areas to best support mutual objectives
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyze workflow and processes to provide productive service to internal and external customers
• Interpersonal, conflict management, and negotiation skills required, including strong human relations skills to supervise and develop assigned employees effectively
• Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products
• Ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Travel up to 25%

Originally posted on Himalayas

Would you find joy in bringing projects from planning through implementation while collaborating with others? Members First is seeking a Project Manager I to coordinate projects, gather information for decision-making, track progress, and support project portfolio activities across the organization. Partner with teams and vendors to manage timelines, identify risks, and bring new strategies, products, and services to life. This role has remote potential.
We strive to create an atmosphere of belonging with no judgment, just opportunity. We are interconnected to each other, and when we embrace our true authentic selves, we are stronger. We will empower you to be the best version of yourself while helping you to flourish in work and life. Come join us to help create thriving communities!

PROJECT MANAGER I

Grade 11/Exempt

Reports to: Vice President Strategy

The primary purpose of this position is to assist Members First Credit Union to deliver on its mission, vision, and brand promise. You will do this by living out our core values in every service contact to both internal and external members. At the heart of our Employee Value Proposition lies the belief in purpose, belonging, and joy, fostering a culture where every team member feels invested and encouraged to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Essential Duties

• Assisting with the implementation of new growth strategies, new products and services, and relationships and processes that generate significant value to our members and the organization.
• Administer the MFCU Project Portfolio - maintaining project timelines, resource heat maps, department project tracking, and other necessary reporting.
• Assist project manager team with coordinating a variety of projects - managing scope, schedule, resources, risks/issues, and cost.
• Research and gather data/resources for decision-making purposes. Most times, offer the information in a presentation format.
• Build relationships and work closely with internal departments and outside firms/vendors to ensure successful executions
• Successfully obtain Certified Credit Union Financial Counselor (CCUFC) designation through America's Credit Unions within first year of service with M1.

Duties and Responsibilities

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of this position. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

• Communicate with project stakeholders on a regular basis with concentration on giving updates, confirming timelines, and tracking work progress.
• Develop progress reports and lists of requirements.
• Help to identify and communicate any foreseen roadblocks or challenges interfering with a successful project completion.
• Fulfill any project team requests for information, tasks, coordination, etc.
• Interface with staff and/or members as needed to convey intended goal.
• Offer insight, thoughts based on experience, and ideas on strategies and projects to ensure positive outcomes.
• Provide support in project planning, budget preparation, resource management, time management, and risk management activities.
• Perform cost/benefit analyses for projects.
• Attend educational opportunities and meetings as required. Prepare pre and post write-ups on the educational experience and ideas for implementation.
• Fulfill other duties that may be assigned outside of the above specifics
• Coordinate, document, and record meeting decisions for enterprise and department projects.

Qualifications and Expectations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the expectations of the person performing this job.

• Works autonomously
• Manages projects successfully from start to finish
• Understands deadlines and does what is necessary to meet them
• Team oriented with service levels on top of mind
• Highly organized
• Coordinates a variety of projects and jobs simultaneously
• Produces accurate work results
• Readily keeps others informed through clear interpersonal and written communication
• Presents a professional image
• Maintains a high level of knowledge of credit union products and services
• Strives to exceed credit union, department, and personal goals
• Maintain confidentiality with sensitive information
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Must possess strong organizational, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Confident personality with ability to offer solutions and make decisions
• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends
• Ability to work overtime, attend meetings, seminars and travel.
• Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job. Work involves personal contact with others inside and /or outside the organization generally regarding routine matters for purposes of giving or obtaining information, which may require some discussion
• Effectively apply and maintain financial counseling concepts, gained through America's Credit Unions' Financial Counseling Certification Program (FiCEP), to promote financial well-being.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to move or transport up to 25 pounds.
• Able to remain stationary for 2-4 hours at a time.

Work Environment

• Must maintain a neat and orderly work area.
• Routinely clean and disinfect work areas (i.e. teller stations, desk surfaces, phones, electronic equipment).
• Protect the confidentiality of credit union staff and members by locking door or removing items from desk/workstation when away.

Education and Experience

• One to two years similar or related experience
• A bachelor's degree, or (2) achievement of formal certifications recognized in the industry as equivalent to a bachelor's degree (e.g., project management certifications in lieu of a degree).
• Skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Originally posted on Himalayas

Introduction

Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact!

We’re problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of solutions for our customers. Together, we champion the strength of our global teams. And, as trusted advisors, we go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction. 

Through the company's continued growth, we challenge ourselves to be better, continuously learning and growing in our dynamic environment. Helping others is at the core of our culture, join us in finding fulfillment by giving back to our local communities as the united team that is AIT.  Find out what our people deliver.® means when you come move the world with us! 

Hear directly from our teammates at AIT Worldwide Logistics and make us the next stop on your career journey.

Overview

The Project Manager is responsible for the direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of the project assigned, while remaining aligned with strategy, commitments, and goals of the organization. They will be responsible for managing projects from onset through completion, while working to address. Responsible for developing PMO tools for providing consistent deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for receiving project requests; evaluates business document requirements associated with projects; coordinates with cross-functional teams to establish business goals and strategies.
• Works with cross-functional teams to identify project scope and determine the team’s key players and requirements.
• Develops and schedules team responsibilities; technical/operation requirements; detailed project plans, project budget, time-lines, resources, specifications, etc. in order to accomplish project goals; continually follows up with team to ensure goals are achieved.
• Manages projects, including leading project meetings; documents issues, action items, risks, budget, user requirements, or deliverables; updates project schedules and plans, project communications, budget tracking, etc.
• Identifies and tracks project issues, resolves issues where possible or escalates to higher management when needed; assesses and manages risks and drives mitigation activities.
• Evaluates deliverables prepared by team to ensure work meets specifications and maintains a high level of quality.
• Attends regularly scheduled meetings in order to provide project updates and information.
• Manages project from initial concept through final implementation, utilizing established guidelines and procedures.
• Provide a collaborative environment and culture
• The wage range for this position is $82,730-$124,090 and may vary based on geography as well as relative knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.

Qualifications

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Required

Experience Qualifications

• 5+ years project management Required

Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Suites, Microsoft Project - preferred (High proficiency)
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written (High proficiency)
• Exhibits strong leadership skills (High proficiency)
• Ability to work in a fast pace and high-volume environment (High proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI PMI preferred Upon Hire Preferred

Other Skills We Hope to See:

• A team player who works well with others – being respectful to our teammates is a Core Value!
• A strong work ethic with an appreciation for ownership, independence, accountability and autonomy in your role.
• Growth mindset – being passionate about your craft, always looking for ways to improve yourself and the company, being open to change and doing things differently.
• Customer service focus – we serve a wide variety of customers, both internal and external, and building relationships is a part of our culture!

What AIT Can Offer You

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

About AIT Worldwide

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.

Originally posted on Himalayas