Business Operations Project Manager

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A leading global technology company is seeking a Business Operations Project Manager to join their team!

5 month W2 Contract

Daily Schedule: Core business hours in CST (Remote)

Chance for Extension: Yes

Summary:

We are a dynamic and forward-thinking organization focused on social impact initiatives, seeking an experienced Business Operations Project Manager to join our team on a contractual basis. As we embark on various process development and deployment initiatives, we are looking for a skilled professional to play a pivotal role in managing these projects with a focus on efficiency and excellence.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project management for business operations, with a primary emphasis on process development and deployment
• Implement change management strategies to facilitate seamless transitions and enhance stakeholder adoption
• Engage stakeholders at all levels to gather requirements, communicate project updates, and ensure alignment with organizational goals
• Develop and maintain clear and compelling project documentation, utilizing effective storytelling techniques to convey complex information in an accessible manner.
• Define test plans and ensure that products are defect free before User Acceptance Testing
• Facilitate the User Acceptance Testing process, developing rollout plans and procedures
• Ensure appropriate systems development and project management processes are being utilized
• Make presentations to steering committees or project sponsors
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to project timelines and deliverables.
• Utilize Microsoft Modern SharePoint for effective collaboration and project documentation.
• Leverage PowerApps and PowerBI workflows to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required. MBA or other related advanced degree preferred.
• PMP or PMI certification
• 5-7 years experience
• Proven experience in project management within a business operations capacity
• People management and team building skills
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible/ adaptable in exercising judgment in a changing environment and to manage competing priorities
• Proven ability to learn business processes quickly and to work well with business partners at different levels within the organization
• Strong ability to assess risk and apply management principles to technology applications/products and business functions
• Experience delivering technology and business application solutions in a large-scale, multi-platform systems environment
• Strong expertise in change management, with a track record of successful stakeholder engagement
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills to convey project objectives, updates, and outcomes effectively
• Proficient in risk management and adept at identifying and addressing potential project challenge

Requirements:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Modern SharePoint development is essential
• Experience with PowerApps and PowerBI workflows is a significant plus
• Proven project management experience, preferably in business operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, or related field.

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