IT Senior Project Manager

Rural King Supply•Mattoon, IL

17d•$99,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The Project Manager will lead technology-driven initiatives that support both company-wide and digital commerce objectives. This role bridges technical and business teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in alignment with strategic goals. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment where technologies and project focus areas may vary based on business priorities.

Requirements

7+ years of IT project management experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership capacity.
Proven success managing complex digital or omni-channel technology initiatives.
Strong understanding of Agile frameworks, Jira-based project tracking, and software delivery lifecycles.
Experience leading or mentoring project managers and business analysts.
Ability to provide clear direction, set performance expectations, and motivate team member to deliver high quality results.
Familiarity with enterprise commerce systems, cloud infrastructure, and data analytics platforms.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on execution oversight.
Results-driven, adaptable, and capable of influencing across multiple organizational levels.
Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport, foster relationships, and collaborate effectively.
Proficiency in adapting communication style and tone to effectively interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds and at different levels within the organization.
Effectively articulate expectations, requirements, and boundaries while actively listing to other’s perspectives.
Contribute to the decision-making process by actively participating in discussions, providing insightful input, and challenging ideas constructively.
Ability to maintain a seated or standing position for extended durations.
Ability to navigate and access all facilities.
Skill to effectively communicate verbally with others, both in-person and via electronic devices.
Close vision for computer-related activities

Responsibilities

Oversee project planning, prioritization, and execution across multiple concurrent workstreams.
Establish consistent project management standards, templates, and communication frameworks.
Partner with IT leadership to align resources, timelines, and deliverables with strategic objectives.
Manage enterprise technology initiatives involving digital commerce platforms, order management systems, product information management tools, and cloud-based data platforms.
Provide oversight on requirements gathering, sprint planning, testing, and cross-functional collaboration.
Identify risks, dependencies, and process gaps while driving continuous improvement.
Report on project performance, budgets, and KPIs to IT and executive stakeholders.
Lead and mentor a team of Project Managers and Business Analysts supporting both e-commerce and omni-channel initiatives.
Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and collaboration within the project management and business analysis teams.
Lead associates in a way that exemplifies the leadership principles taught in Rural King’s Thrive Leadership Program.
Use discretion and independent judgment in daily decisions while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
Actively participate in learning initiatives offered such as training programs, workshops, and webinars. Leverage these opportunities to acquire new knowledge, refine existing skills, and stay current on the latest developments.
Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support to others, assisting with inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly and effectively.
Demonstrate behaviors that exemplify Rural King’s Values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

401(k) plan that provides a 100% match on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% of the next 2%
Healthcare plans to support your needs
Virtual doctor visits
Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program
15% Associate Discount
Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program
Associate Assistance Program
RK Cares Associate Hardship Program
24/7 Chaplaincy Services
Company paid YMCA Family Membership