PROJECT MANAGER, STRATEGIC INITIATIVES

Compass Group•Charlotte, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This Project Manager, Strategic Initiatives position offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure leading impactful enterprise-wide business initiatives within SSC. This individual would be part of the Strategic Initiatives team comprising of two primary focuses: Operational Support: Supports new business operational readiness and go-lives or account closure activities. Continuous Improvement: Supports improvement strategies related to process, technology, or large-scale change management initiatives. Each project is carefully selected to achieve a significant return for the company and adds value to the growth of SSC. A successful candidate will own the life cycle of key projects, and drive necessary change throughout the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
3+ years’ experience managing enterprise projects, particularly those involving a organization or full business unit change
Proven ability to define and execute change strategies
Proven ability to influence and manage internal and external resources in a highly matrix’ d environment
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and lead cross-functional teams
Proven ability address competing priorities within a single project with a positive, can-do attitude
Proven business analytical capabilities to solve complex business issues
Proven ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills needed to communicate with all levels of the organization
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, Project Management solutions (Smartsheet, Microsoft Projects)

Nice To Haves

PMP certifications encouraged
Consulting experience preferred

Responsibilities

Define and execute project scope, goals and deliverables that support business needs
Build project teams (directly and indirectly) and actively coordinate team members to maximize productivity and project velocities
Implement and maintain project plans as required to support project goals
Communicate progress, risks, and escalations appropriately at all levels of the organization and/or multiple departments
Collaborate and build relationships with all stakeholders - including senior executives, sponsors, business owners, and field operations
Create and maintain all project documentation pertinent to the project, including but not limited to, status reports, work plans, presentations, analysis, facilitation events
Adapt approach and project management methodology as needed to ensure project success
Identify opportunities for improvement and facilitate change, within a project, or within the overall organization
Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
Travel as needed (less than 25%)