Senior Project Manager, IT

Launch your career growth with Staples stores.; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian retail company seeks a Senior IT Project Manager to drive complex IT initiatives across the organization. The role involves ensuring project delivery aligns with business objectives, leading cross-functional teams, and managing stakeholder expectations. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience in IT project management, relevant degrees, and PMP certification. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to contribute to key growth priorities in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Associate discount

Health and Dental benefits

RRSP/DPSP

Performance bonuses

Learning & Development programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in an IT organization required with demonstrated track record of delivering projects.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in creating business cases.
• Ability to navigate large organizations and develop strong business partner relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for complex retail technology projects.
• Balance and manage stakeholder expectations regarding project scope and risk.
• Communicate project status and risks effectively to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

BS/BA degree or equivalent

PMP certification

Job description

The Senior IT Project Manager is accountable for the end-to-end delivery of complex IT projects, leveraging established methodologies and best practices. This role oversees all phases of the project lifecycle, ensuring solutions are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives. Responsibilities include risk management, resource coordination, and stakeholder engagement. The Senior IT Project Manager may lead multiple medium-sized projects or a single high-complexity initiative that impacts multiple business units and critical IT functions. This role focuses on driving IT initiatives that support key growth priorities for the organization

Specifically You Will:

• Provide leadership for one or more complex, high-impact retail technology projects, utilizing established project lifecycle methodologies and best practices.
• Balance and manage stakeholder expectations regarding project scope, schedule, budget, and risk, proactively identifying and mitigating potential issues.
• Ensure project objectives align with Staples’ overall business strategy and IT technology vision.
• Develop, maintain, and execute comprehensive project plans that deliver expected results.
• Lead and collaborate with virtual, cross-functional teams, including IT, business, and third-party partners, fostering alignment and promoting Staples’ values.
• Identify, manage, and coordinate project resources, ensuring clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability.
• Mentor and guide project team members to develop their skills and capabilities, promoting a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Communicate project status, risks, issues, and changes effectively to all relevant stakeholders.
• Oversee project financials, including cost estimates, forecasts, and monitoring actual spend against budget.
• Facilitate adherence to contractual agreements, including Statements of Work and legal/contract requirements.
• Contribute to the continuous development of project management capabilities within IT, including process improvements and best

Some of What You Need:

• BS/BA degree or equivalent (MBA an asset)
• PMP certification required
• Strong background running multiple projects and programs, with enterprise level scope
• Experienced leading direct and indirect teams, ensuring targets are met and exceptional delivery
• Strong analytical, data-driven decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Strong financial acumen, with prior experience in creating “Level of Efforts” (LOE) and Business Cases
• Ability to navigate large organizations and develop strong business partner relationships.
• Outstanding influencing, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to foster a positive and motivating work environment, encouraging feedback and innovation.
• Self-starter, high-energy, with ability to execute on business objectives.
• 7+ years of experience in an IT organization required with demonstrated track record of delivering projects
• Demonstrated success in working within cross functional teams and effective project management and analytical/decision-making skills

Some of what you will get:

• Associate discount
• Health and Dental benefits
• RRSP/DPSP
• Performance bonuses
• Learning & Development programs
• And more...

About Us

Staples Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities.

About the Team

At Staples Canada we are dynamic, inspiring partners to our customers and the communities in which we live. As The Working and Learning Company, we inspire people to work smarter, learn more and grow every day. We’re looking for curious, approachable, and passionate individuals who love finding solutions. If that’s you, let’s work, learn, and grow together. We are building an inclusive and diverse team. Staples Canada is continuously working towards creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We welcome, value and thrive on perspectives and contributions from backgrounds that vary by race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion or physical ability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.