Optomi, in partnership with an industry leading logistics company, is seeking a Sr. Project Manager to assist in leading an Oracle Transportation Management implementation. The Sr. Project Manager will be responsible for leading larger programs encompassing complex cross organizational global initiatives while exhibiting a complete understanding of the industry standards and processes. This role will be considered a senior team member of the Technology PMO, and be expected to work with little oversight, managing ambiguity, and collaborating with the Technology Leadership team on a frequent basis.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with senior leadership to plan, manage, and execute Technology projects of various levels of scope and complexity.
Partner with third party vendors, as well as development teams, to set realistic and cost-efficient expectations.
Facilitate project communications, including project steering committee meetings and status reports.
Manage project risks and issues and implement mitigation plans and ensure that project goals are accomplished and in line with business objectives.
Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel, including 3rd party vendors, to ensure the project delivers on schedule and within budget.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in business or a relevant field, or equivalent certifications and work experience 7+ years of experience leading traditional projects implementing complex technical solutions.
5+ years of experience working within a hybrid Agile software delivery environment.
5+ years of experience leading cross-functional and dispersed project teams
3+ years of experience forecasting and tracking project financials.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead teams and escalate challenges.