OLR teams consist of highly talented, well-disciplined, committed, capable professionals in their own discipline. They are self-organising, adaptable, and cross-functional. The OLR approach to delivery and operations is built on 20 years of leading global omnichannel solutions across a range of industries. OLR continuously learns, improves, and evolves through each engagement while staying at the forefront of ideas, technology, and a sustainable approach.
We are looking for a Project Manager to facilitate successful implementations of Oracle Retail software by employing proven project management skills. With offices and projects worldwide, occasional travel may be necessary.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide leadership to both OLR and client project team members.
Define and maintain project objectives, scope, organization, timelines, and overall approach.
Maintain open communication with consultants, on and off-site, through formal and informal outlets.
Manage and produce deliverables related to the Software Development and Project Management Life Cycles, overseeing all development and project deliverable work as defined in the RACI Matrix.
Work with staff to ensure professional development and ongoing growth and improvement.
Develop and monitor implementation project plans, including management of staffing, timeline, and budget considerations.
Build and maintain strong client relationships conducive to incremental business development.
Monitor project progress against the plan for effectiveness and accuracy.
Conduct constructive meetings with the client and project teams.
Motivate project team by providing guidance, timelines, and direction.
Compile project status reports and ensure proper distribution to OLR and clients.
Facilitate the logging, reporting, and resolution of application issues during project execution.
Monitor project teams' schedules to ensure project progress while considering staff time off requests.
Coordinate with the technical team for go-live assessments to determine readiness of the system as well as client and support teams.
Supervise project team, including Business Consultants, Technical Consultants, and Technical Infrastructure Consultants.
Essential Skills:
Demonstrable project management record in successful large-scale software implementation.
Proven experience leading teams remotely.
Experience in participating in meetings with senior management.
Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, procedures, and principles of project management.
Understanding and demonstration of financial responsibility.
Ability to identify, escalate, and manage risks.
Flexibility and adaptability to change in a complex global organization.
Professional approach when dealing with internal and external customers, including clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
High degree of initiative, accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude under stressful circumstances.
Confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
Proficiency with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio).
Exceptional time management skills.
PMP certification beneficial.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field.
4+ years of consulting experience or participation in large-scale IT projects.
2+ years of experience leading a team.
Benefits:
Private Health Insurance
Private Life Insurance
Flex Benefits monthly allowance
Work-from-home friendly
Coffee, Tea, and Water in the office
Social events with food
Collaborative environment
Training and development
Employer Benefits Program
A Certified Great Place to Work
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