Technical Project Manager Software Jobs in Akron, OH

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**This is a hybrid position that requires being onsite Tuesday-Thursday in Solon, OH

Position Summary:

This Technical Applications Group (TAG) position is responsible for the efficient, effective, flawless delivery of strategic end-to-end Innovation and Renovation projects in Nestle USA as well as managing cross-functional project teams, with an entrepreneurial mindset and passion for operational excellence, to achieve the project defined Key Success Criteria and deliver against the business needs. Promote the Ideation to Launch (I2L) Mindset.

Primary Responsibilities:

Apply project management tools and skills to ensure the on-time, on-scope and on quality delivery of the project with flawless execution from concept to close.

Lead the alignment of the strategy and approach for initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing the project with key stakeholders.

Preventive management of roadblocks and generation of risk mitigation plans.

Build and manage the project schedule, define the critical path, track activities to ensure functional team members are meeting agreed-upon deadlines, generate and communicate status reports, and escalate critical issues.

Coordinate and facilitate project meetings including kick-off meetings, project team meetings, risk assessments, financial reviews, lessons learned, post-launch reviews, and additional meetings as required.

Provide transparency and communication on project status and risks to cross-functional team members and Project Management Lead.

Effectively control scope changes through proactive and open communication with stakeholders

Responsible for the consistent application, execution, and continuous improvement of Nestle's I&R processes and tools.

Maintain and ensure data accuracy, deliverable completion, and documentation as specified by relevant policies and procedures across assigned projects.

Meet established key performance indicators (KPIs) and other program metrics.

Responsible for making and ensuring the implementation of process improvements.

Project Team Leadership

Facilitate and coach to enhance the interaction and collaboration of cross-functional teams to drive projects forward

Contribute to training and coaching in project management within the TAG PMO team

Demonstrate courage and initiative to influence stakeholders with integrity and manage expectations

Comfortable leading discussions and communicating within project teams

Embrace details and ambiguity while keeping a general view to reduce complexity and to strive for rapid but informed management decisions

Acts as a change agent

Stakeholder engagement and networking

Identify and engage with stakeholders creating synergies through effective networking with all relevant business partners and external partners

Communicate effectively at all levels of the organization; ensure all relevant stakeholders are continuously informed of project status, risks, issues and action plans

Ensure effective on-time decision making by providing deciders with the relevant information and recommendations

Business acumen

Contribute to an impactful business/commercial success by considering the whole picture of the project

Ensure and communicate business relevance with project team working towards a shared goal

Verify sustainable business value by continuously evaluating and challenging project purpose

Qualifications

Requirements & Minimum Education Level

Minimum BA/BS required

PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification a plus

Experience

5 years experience in project management

5 years of cross-functional experience preferred. Such as Engineering, Operations, Technical Applications Group, Research & Development, Marketing or related experience preferred

Additional Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Brilliant at the basics (time management, results focus, communication skills, organization skills)

Ability to manage multiple projects and teams concurrently

Effectively collaborates and influences people at all levels in the organization through strong interpersonal skills

Ability to manage conflict and drive resolution

Flexibility and adaptability to perform in a high-volume, fast paced and dynamic environment

Ability to drive for results through effective leadership and coaching skills

Quick sifting abilities (focuses project team and stakeholders on the top priorities - can focus on high level and detail level, knowing which is appropriate)

Ability to analyze data, identify links between facts, ideas and situations that have no obvious connection

Ability to self-direct and manage ambiguity

Enable quick decisions, energize others by clarifying purpose/why, and stop projects without escalation
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Job Requisition: 407966