Job Description
Independently executes very high complexity projects / programs from concept through final implementation, as well as ensures that the programs are aligned with the BBW strategies and standards. Ensures the strategic alignment and success of major initiatives and projects spanning multiple business units or organizations. Execute performance standards; provides appropriate mentoring / coaching, where applicable, to assist project team members in achieving success. Creates and executes program / large-scale projects plans that may involve multiple disciplines in the information technology field; leads program / project teams in the development and implementation of detailed work plans, schedules, program / project estimates, resource plans and status reports. Defines, leads and executes successful integration and dependency management capability across the various requests, projects and programs. Monitors / assesses program and project progress; drives communications, status reporting, management reporting and executive presentations. Facilitates resolution, mitigation and appropriate escalation of action items, scope changes, risks and issues to senior leadership. Defines, leads and executes successful vendor management capability across the various projects and programs. Gathers and analyzes data to identify trends that support visibility to potential issues and inconsistencies; anticipates and identifies issues inhibiting successful program / project delivery. Is an expert in all project methodologies and has the knowledge to assess which methodologies to deploy within a program. Understands how to create and deploy an effective governance model for large-scaled, complex initiatives.
Planning & Analysis
Determines methodology recommendation
Develops and maintains complex Program / Project schedules
Establishes Program / Project structure & governance
Identifies, evaluates and drives Program / Project dependencies
Performs estimation valuation
Controls Management
Risk Management determination and mitigation
Issue determination & mitigation
Scope Change determination, estimation & prioritization
Action Item determination & maintenance
Key Decision determination & maintenance
Identifies, evaluates and drives Project Dependencies
Visibility
Clear & concise communication (verbal and written)
Determines Program / Project health assessment using data
Identifies key Project Risks / Issues & escalates independently
Performs Program / Project Data Analysis & Trending
Performs Program / Project Financial Management as follows:
Identifies and analyzes spend-to-date
Performs monthly activity tracking of assets
Determines and analyzes revised forecasts
Influence
Team networking, collaboration, partnership, trusted advisor
Giving & receiving feedback
Applies critical thinking & problem solving techniques
Drives for results and provides coaching
Facilitates key team, leadership and executive meetings
Supports Team building & motivational activities
Navigates with ambiguity
Defines and applies crucial conversation techniques
What are the top 3 things you are looking for from a candidate? Senior level PM skills/experience, experience in project management role on large initiatives, PMP
Could you provide a little background on the department and the team they will be working on? BBW IT PMO on the projects supporting applications (supply chain, logistics, real estate, finance)
What are some things that would stand out from candidates? Experience leading large project initiatives, deep MS Project experience, experience implementing S/4 HANA or retail.
What are some disqualifiers? Lack of experience ability to display Sr. PM level knowledge