Project Manager

Bertelsmann

$75K — $95K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of project management experience is essential.
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Economics, Industrial Engineering or Business Administration, or equivalent is required.
  • Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time, with flexibility for more as needed.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred but not mandatory.
  • Experience in High Tech, Healthcare, AIM, or Consumer Products industries is required.
  • Experience managing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) is preferred.
  • Proficiency in SAP is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex global projects ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Manage cross-functional teams through the entire project lifecycle, from RFP through execution.
  • Transform client requirements into actionable business models.
  • Coordinate initiatives across departments and distribution centers for streamlined execution.
  • Conduct financial analysis including business case calculations and P&L development.
  • Deliver presentations on business topics to a variety of stakeholders.
  • Support sales efforts by identifying new solution opportunities and industry expansion.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions up to 6%.
  • Generous paid time off and holiday benefits.
  • Flexible spending accounts for additional financial management.
  • Voluntary benefits including legal, financial assistance, and pet insurance.
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program for personal support.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement.
  • Commuter benefits to assist with travel costs.
  • Engagement activities to foster a positive workplace culture.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Project Manager is a self-starter who can drive projects and RFP's to on-time delivery, with a focus on quality in a very fast-paced environment. The Project Manager leverages strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, while being a team player who can communicate effectively, both internally and with our clients. You have an open mindset and can quickly adapt to new technologies and software tools to drive innovation.
  • Lead and manage complex global projects that align with business and customer objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders across regions to develop optimized customer-oriented solutions and ensure successful execution.
  • Manage cross-functional teams for Engineering, IT, Operations, HR, QA, Transportation, Security, Legal and Finance through the full project management lifecycle including initial RFP from client, negotiation of SOW and MSA, requirements gathering, timeline development, integration of timelines for each workstream and execution of work packages by the cross-functional teams.
  • Understand client requirements and transform them into business models
  • Coordinate project initiatives across different departments and distribution centers
  • Commercial / Financial understanding including, calculation of initial business case, developing P&L, pricing, financial analysis and simulation
  • Deliver presentations and communicate broad business topics to management, employees, peers, vendors and clients
  • Provide sales support and partnership in the identification of opportunities for new solutions and expansion into new industries
  • Demonstrate strong leadership skills while at the same time able to bond with team in order to motivate and maintain workflow and timelines


Qualifications

  • At least 5 years of experience in a project management capacity.
  • Bachelor's degree in in Supply Chain Management, Economics, Industrial Engineering or Business Administration or equivalent experience.
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time, occasionally more as needed.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
  • Experience working with companies in the following sectors; High Tech, Healthcare, AIM or Consumer Products industries.
  • Experience managing RFPs preferred.
  • Experience with SAP preferred.


Additional Information

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Pay.
  • 401(k) with company matching up to 6%.
  • Paid Time Off, including paid holidays.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Voluntary benefits such as legal and financial assistance, pet insurance, and more.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Ongoing employee development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training.
  • Commuter benefits.
  • Employee engagement activities.


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