Lowe’s

Business Project Manager

Lowe’s$80K — $110K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, HR, IT, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 4 years of program and project management experience.
  • 2 years of leadership experience managing teams of 5+ people.
  • Expertise in project life cycle methodologies like Waterfall and Agile.
  • 4 years of experience developing Work Breakdown Structures for scheduling.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver multiple small to medium-sized business projects from planning to realization with full accountability.
  • Manage all project plan elements including scheduling, resource forecasting, and financials.
  • Monitor project performance against plans, adjusting as necessary to address issues and risks.
  • Partner with IT/Business on RFI and RFP processes.
  • Lead project teams by clarifying goals and securing necessary resources.
  • Ensure project milestones are met by aligning team activities.
  • Mitigate project risks by analyzing scenarios and establishing contingency plans.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for formal and informal training to enhance technical and project management skills.
  • Engagement in diverse projects impacting the organization.
  • Involvement in cross-functional collaboration with various departments.
  • Exposure to work with vendors and senior management.
  • Professional development opportunities through participation in approved programs.
Full Job Description
Your Impact

The primary purpose of this role is to have single-threaded ownership of delivering Business projects that are small to medium in size, moderately complex, and that typically involve multiple work streams/functional groups. This includes responsibility for managing projects end-to-end through the planning, development, execution, and implementation stages, while adhering to the ePMO framework. Overall, this role contributes to Business projects that play an important role in moving the organization forward by providing improvements across the business.

What You Will Do
  • Delivers multiple Business projects that are less complex or one to two small to medium size moderately complex from planning to minimum realization with full responsibility and accountability for the outcomes; includes organizing and tracking project details and communicating consistently with project stakeholders and personnel
  • Develops, analyzes, and manages all touch points of the project plan including responsibility for scheduling, global resource forecasting, managing project financials, and providing input and justification for costs and budget impact
  • Monitors or owns the overall performance (timeline, budget, and resource utilization) of small to medium-sized projects against plan and works through the project team to implement adjustments when issues/risks are identified and require resolution
  • Partners with IT/Business for requests for information (RFI) and requests for proposal (RFP) processes
  • Drives the work of assigned project team by requesting resources to support Technology project demands and communicating a clear vision of project goals and objectives to the team
  • Aligns team activities to ensure project milestones are achieved
  • Controls and mitigates project risks/issues by performing the qualitative and quantitative analysis of scenarios and trigger events, planning response, establishing contingency plans, anticipating dependencies affected by ongoing project changes, and recommending ways to mitigate future risks to management
  • Manages and ensures the alignment, buy-in, and support of diverse project stakeholders by building and maintaining relationships with internal customers, third party vendors, and senior management
  • Reviews and/or prepares status reports on key project performance metrics (i.e., deliverables, financials, duration, benefits) and/or provides data input
  • Decomposes the work breakdown structure and translates it into detailed project plans, taking into consideration resource availability, dependencies, and the work effort required for individual project tasks
  • Participates in formal and informal training to continuously develop technical capabilities and project management skill set
  • Specific to the Business - Ensures approved business cases exist for executive sponsored programs. Manages risks, issues, decisions and scope changes.
  • Applies deep functional knowledge (e.g. business objectives, operating model, cross-functional macro processes, etc.) in HR, IT, Finance, Stores, Pro, Supply Chain, Merchandising, and Digital to ensure the alignment, buy-in, and support of diverse project stakeholders such as internal customers, third party vendors, and senior/executive management

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree Business Administration, Marketing, Human Resources, Operations, Finance, Computer Science, or related field . or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement, if applicable
  • 4 years experience in program and project management
  • 2 years leadership experience with direct report responsibility, comfortable managing teams with 5+ people. Expert in project life cycle methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, etc.), stakeholder. management, conflict resolution, executive communication (written, verbal, etc.
  • 4 years experience developing project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) / User Stories used to create project schedules and estimates
  • Experience managing operational or project/program financial budgets

Preferred Skills/Education
  • 1 Year corporate experience, retail a plus
  • 4 years experience in enterprise project planning and coordination and working on projects or programs requiring the integration of cross-functional solutions
  • 2 years experience using formal business process improvement methodologies
  • or other project/program management certification; Agile/Scrum/SAFe

About Lowe’s

Lowe's Careers

Joining Lowe's means becoming part of a team that is committed to fostering an environment of growth, innovation, and leadership. As one of the leading home improvement companies, Lowe's offers unparalleled job opportunities and a culture that values diversity and professional development. Work You'll Do At Lowe's, your work will directly impact our mission to help people love where they live. Whether you're involved in the direct sales process, product development, or customer service, your role will contribute to our industry-leading standards. Transform Your Career Leverage your skills and drive in a position that empowers you to lead projects and initiatives that redefine the retail experience. Lowe's is at the forefront of the industry, combining retail, technology, and customer service to create unique experiences for consumers. Join a team of dedicated professionals who are there to support your career aspirations and help you grow both personally and professionally. With over 300,000 team members, Lowe's is a place where you can cultivate a career filled with innovation and opportunities. Lowe's Professional Growth and Opportunities We are committed to the professional growth of every team member. Lowe's offers a variety of career paths and opportunities for advancement, including leadership roles in numerous departments. Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a full-time career, Lowe's provides the training and resources needed to advance and excel. Internship Programs Start your career with Lowe's through our dynamic internship programs. These opportunities provide hands-on experience and a chance to engage in meaningful work that impacts our business. Interns at Lowe's gain invaluable skills, work alongside experienced professionals, and are considered for full-time positions upon successful completion of the program. Benefits and Culture Lowe's is dedicated to maintaining a culture that promotes diversity and inclusion. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and employee discounts, among others. Networking and Innovation Stay connected and ahead in your career through Lowe's commitment to innovation and networking. Our team members have access to cutting-edge technology and are encouraged to think outside the box to solve challenges. Networking within the company is supported through various groups and initiatives, fostering connections that can lead to career advancement. Join Our Team Explore the job opportunities at Lowe's that match your skills and interests. We are always looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. Start your journey with Lowe's today and be part of a company that values hard work and dedication. Stay Up to Date Keep informed with the latest in career tips, company news, and industry insights—all from the people who work at Lowe's. Our careers blog provides valuable content that can help you navigate your professional journey. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Lowe's. SEARCH LOWE'S JOBS At Lowe's, your career is in your hands. Build it with us and be part of a team that is changing the future of retail.
Learn more about Lowe’s
Size
200,000 employees
Market Cap
$120.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$5.8 billion
Founded
1946
5 Year Trend
+8.2%
Revenue
$89.5 billion
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