SENIOR DESIGN PROJECT MANAGER

Veritiv • Chandler, AZ

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About The Position

At Veritiv, we are seeking highly skilled and motivated individuals to join our One Team and solve customers' needs. Our people are our difference; at the heart of everything we do is a team who innovates and activates our global network through exceptional service and expertise. We encourage you to learn about and apply to Veritiv if you seek an inclusive work experience, where diverse ideas are met with enthusiasm, and where you can realize your full potential. Our Senior Project Manager for Design develops and manages a variety of project plans, including timing, action and communication strategy, and then drives project execution and communication with all parties from concept through completion. This individual will demonstrate thought leadership, cultivate strong relationships, exhibit best practices in process improvement and project management disciplines, and be a catalyst for change while meeting needs of internal and external customers.

Requirements

• Must have Packaging knowledge, preferably in design or project management role.
• Intermediate-level Workfront software program experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of packaging materials: Corrugate, Fiberboard/Rigid Box, Molded Pulp, Plastics (Films, thermoforms, molded), Foam (Molded/fabricated), Wood, Metal, Labels/Adhesives, Printing (Litho/Offset, Flexo, Digital).
• Intermediate understanding of design principles (including packaging design, retail and e-commerce design, retail display and fixture design).
• Project management methodologies and best practices.
• Reporting analytics.
• Industrial design, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain in a globally sourced environment.
• Proven experience managing design initiatives to meet the client brief.
• Ability to build trust with the team and partners.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Salesforce.com or other CRM is preferred.
• Experience working with ERP systems, contract management, CRM systems and project management tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of complex projects and initiatives.
• Identify and analyze current state business needs and/or deficiencies and implement improvement projects through cross-functional team collaboration.
• Prepare, gain alignment, monitor and report on project scope, detailed project plan, key milestones, risk assessment, and communication strategy to ensure projects completed on time and quality metrics are achieved.
• Accelerate and drive the improvement of design operational processes and systems that impact design and/or customer experience.
• Serve as the lead point of contact for all project matters (design team, sales, production, sourcing, finance, etc.).
• Facilitate workshops and drive collaboration with functional teams and internal customers on operational opportunities and priorities.
• Conduct discovery sessions with customers and team members to kick off new initiatives/projects.
• Gather performance data reporting to assess improvement sustainability and translate into compelling presentations as necessary.
• Educate and mentor team members at all levels in the organization to build a culture of Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence.
• Direct quality control requirements and participate in quality issue resolution.

Benefits

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits, 401k, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree