IT Project Manager

Oxford Industries•Atlanta, GA

20h•Remote

About The Position

With more than 80 years of experience, Oxford has built a house of emotionally resonant lifestyle brands that can stand the test of time and trends. We are the parent company behind the most beloved lifestyle brands in the U.S. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, Oxford is not just an owner. We’re stewards, growing great businesses, while staying true to what makes them special. We offer competitive benefits packages which may include generous vacation policy, health and wellness coverage, 401k with company match, discounted stock purchasing, options for education reimbursement, and amazing product discounts! We value work-life balance and offer a flexible corporate office environment. About the Role: This position requires the individual to have a permanent remote office based within a 4-hour drive or 2-hour flight to the Oxford Atlanta HQ, and the ability to travel as needed (approx. 10%). The IT Project Manager will manage technology projects and daily operations within Oxford IT. This role will primarily support our applications team and will collaborate with other IT teams—such as infrastructure, data, data security, and the technology teams within our brands—to ensure coordination of projects and programs. The incumbent will utilize project-management tools (including JIRA) to develop detailed project plans, monitor progress, and drive continuous improvement. Expertise and experience in both agile and waterfall methodologies are essential to navigating our hybrid project environment.

Requirements

Clear communication skills and the ability to translate technical concepts into simple, user-friendly language.
Strong interpersonal skills and enjoy leading or collaborating across cross-functional teams.
A highly organized, detail-oriented approach and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with a customer-focused mindset.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or another relevant field is preferred; however, candidates with equivalent professional experience and relevant certifications will be considered.
Generally, 6+ years of IT project-management experience with a proven track record of managing projects within applications environments.
Demonstrated ability to manage both technical and business aspects of projects, employing both agile and waterfall methodologies in a hybrid environment
Proficient in project-management software, with proven experience using JIRA.
Experience managing project budgets, ensuring cost control, and adjusting as needed to stay within financial constraints.
Experience working with third-party vendors, change management, and process optimization.

Nice To Haves

PMP certification or an equivalent project-management certification is desirable.
Agile certifications such as Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) are a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple IT projects from initiation to post-implementation, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and in accordance with quality and budget targets.
Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including work breakdown structures, timelines, risk management strategies, and performance reports.
Proactively identify and resolve risks, dependencies, and blockers to keep projects on track.
Apply a combination of agile and waterfall methodologies to meet project needs, adapting the approach based on each project's requirements.
Facilitate agile ceremonies—including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives—while managing structured phases for waterfall projects.
Analyze project trends, capture lessons learned, and recommend improvements to project management processes and tools to enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness.
Manage team priorities and backlogs, ensuring alignment with business needs.
Coordinate internal resources to meet project demands and manage competing priorities effectively.
Drive continuous improvement by refining project management processes and tools based on lessons learned.
Serve as liaison between IT teams and business stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and alignment on project goals, priorities, and resources.
Document and share project requirements, timelines, and risk to improve transparency and accountability.
Work with subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure business needs are translated into technical specifications, so that project deliverables meet both functional and technical standards.
Oversee quality assurance activities, testing, deployment planning, and the development of production support plans for smooth post-project transitions.