o The team has a new charter and they are creating and executing customer enablement / engagement programs. Multi-customer round-tables that are organized for CE&S leadership team and leads to accelerate consumption. This year they are moving forward with creating and executing customer engagement.
• Key projects:
o Revolves around traditional project management creating the workback schedule, deliverables, tracking and keeping the team on track to deliver everything. Someone well versed in project management skills but also has understanding of inter-dependencies as they have a lot of dependencies and a lot of different stakeholders. Making sure program schedules are clear. Program management start to finish but also helping support rhythm of customer engagement.
• Typical task breakdown and operating rhythm:
o 30-35% meetings, the rest heads down
Compelling Story & Candidate Value Proposition
• What makes this role interesting?
o Opportunity to impact the customer experience and driving improvements
o Listening and feedback perspectives and insights into their voice of the customer
Candidate Requirements
• Years of Experience Required: 8-10 overall years of experience in the field.
• Degrees or certifications required:
o Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
o PMI or PMP certification preferred
• Disqualifiers: N/A
• Best vs. Average:
o Collaboration and attention to detail
o Prior MSFT experience
o Extensive experience in a large complex enterprise environment
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Will the contractor be owning the project(s) themselves or primarily taking direction?
-- Primarily taking direction
Does the contractor need to have any sort of PM certifications?
-- PMI or PMP would be preferred
Will the contractor be interacting heavily with external stakeholders?
-- Yes
Top 3 Hard Skills Required + Years of Experience
o 1. Demonstrated excellence in complex environment (multiple stakeholders, rapid pace, quickly pivot with change) 8+ YOE
o 2. Business Writing/Communication Skills (8+ YOE)
o 3. Experience with MSFT products (SharePoint, Power BI, Loop, One note) 7+ YOE
Summary:
The main function of a non-IT project manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems and product roll-out, etc or any other non-IT based project.
Job Responsibilities:
• Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
• Present and explain proposals, reports and findings to clients.
• Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• Analyze technology, resource needs and market demand, to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
• Confer with management, production and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.
• Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates.
• Direct, review and approve product designs and changes.
• Consult or negotiate with clients to prepare project specifications.
Skills:
• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage ones time.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Strong knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Strong knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc.
Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
• PMI or PMP certification preferred.
• 8-10 years experience required.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Project Management and Management
Industries
Technology, Information and Media
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