Project Manager / Leader

Maplesoft Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Manager/Leader to drive dynamic retail transformation initiatives. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, managing complex projects, and ensuring successful delivery through a hybrid approach of Waterfall and Agile methodologies. With a focus on collaboration and communication, you will engage with senior executives while overseeing project scope, timelines, and quality assurance. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and have a passion for leading impactful projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project/program management.
• Proven ability to lead teams of 100+ individuals.
• Exceptional communication skills with executive stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a structured Microsoft Project plan.
• Enforce strict scope control and manage project timelines.
• Deliver regular updates to Program Leadership and Senior Executives.

Skills

Project Management

Microsoft Project

Communication Skills

Risk Management

Problem-Solving

Education

Project Management Certification (PMP or PRINCE2)

Tools

Microsoft Project

SAP

Adobe Suite

Job description

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Do you want to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions count?

At Maplesoft, we value the contributions of all our employees and contractors. We listen and act upon suggestions, advice, and innovative ideas to further our strategic vision. In turn, Maplesoft contributes to the communities where we live and operate. We think globally, but act in our own backyards.

Build your future with Maplesoft’s exciting technologies, deep partnerships, personal approach to consulting services, professional development opportunities, and exciting company culture.

If you are interested in any of the following job openings, please apply directly to [e-mail], citing the position title and job id in the email subject line.

Maplesoft Group is currently seeking a Project Manager/Leader for our client.

Tasks and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Release Planning & Execution: Develop and maintain a highly structured Microsoft Project plan, ensuring coordination across multiple workstreams while adhering to established program governance standards and delivery procedures.
2. Scope & Timeline Management: Enforce strict scope control to prevent scope creep, safeguarding budget integrity, resource efficiency, and program timelines.
3. Deployment & Cutover Strategy: Develop and oversee a comprehensive deployment and cutover strategy, ensuring teams remain on track and proactively addressing risks and dependencies.
4. Resource Management: Lead cross-functional teams across Business and IT to ensure alignment with transformation objectives.
5. RAID Management: Define and rigorously track Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies (RAID) to ensure seamless delivery.
6. Executive Reporting & Communication: Deliver regular updates to Program Leadership and Senior Executives, providing clear, concise, data-driven insights on project status and solution readiness.
7. Change Management & Business Readiness: Drive organizational change and ensure all stakeholders are informed, aligned, and prepared for each release.
8. Quality Assurance & Compliance: Ensure all releases meet business transformation goals, industry standards, and best practices.
9. Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Resolve challenges with strategic problem-solving and decisive action to keep releases on track.
10. Hybrid Methodology Coordination: Manage the project using a hybrid approach, blending Waterfall and Agile practices for optimal task execution.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in project/program management, ideally within retail transformation or large-scale enterprise initiatives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project for structured direction and task clarity.
• Proven ability to lead teams of 100+ individuals in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Exceptional communication and executive stakeholder management skills, including regular engagement with Program Leadership and C-suite leadership.
• RAID management expertise, with a strong focus on risk mitigation.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills to address obstacles and maintain release integrity.
• Demonstrated experience delivering high-impact releases with aggressive timelines and complex dependencies.

Work Requirements

Minimum 3 days per week onsite to foster collaboration, ensure team alignment, and provide hands-on leadership within fast-moving retail transformation initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing retail ERP greenfield implementations, digital transformation initiatives, supply chain warehouse management projects, or POS replacements is a plus.
• Familiarity with enterprise retail systems such as SAP, Manhattan, BY Product Suite, Adobe Suite of Products, GK is an asset.
• Knowledge of organization change management and technology-driven retail innovation.
• Project management and release certifications (PMP or PRINCE2) is a must have.

Maplesoft Group prides itself on its distinct corporate culture and recognizes that success is a direct reflection of our most valuable asset - our people. Therefore, attitude and ambition are key personality traits we seek out, along with skill and aptitude, in potential employees.

Maplesoft Group is committed to having a diverse, representative workforce and continuing to build an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal peoples or any other legally protected factors.

All employment decisions are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.

We are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and a work environment that supports our diverse workforce. Please let us know if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. We can be reached at Maplesoft Info at [e-mail].

We thank you for your interest in Maplesoft Group and wish to advise you, that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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