PMO Project Manager

WB Manufacturing; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WB Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead strategic projects within a manufacturing environment. You will coordinate internal teams and external vendors to ensure on-time, on-scope, and on-budget delivery from initiation to close.

The role requires strong communication, risk management, and stakeholder management skills. A PMP-focused background with at least five years in manufacturing project management is preferred, with familiarity across ERP and PM tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of project management in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with software development and production technologies (Oracle, Insight2020, SAP, Great Plains, Sage Intact, HubSpot, Salesforce).
• Experience with project management software (Smart Sheets, Microsoft Project, Jira).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for flawless execution of projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.
• Develop project scopes and objectives with stakeholders and ensure technical feasibility.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation.
• Develop a detailed project plan to track progress.
• Manage scope changes, schedule shifts, and costs using verification techniques.
• Measure project performance with suitable systems and tools.
• Report to and escalate to management as needed.
• Manage client and project stakeholder relationships.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organization and prioritization

Business Acumen

Education

Associate degree or high school diploma with PMP certification

Bachelor’s Degree in business

Tools

Oracle

Insight2020

SAP

Great Plains

Sage Intact

HubSpot

Salesforce

Smart Sheets

Microsoft Project

Jira

Job description

This role will manage projects within the organization, that have primarily team-facing, and occasional client-facing responsibilities to enable the successful delivery of strategic projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.
• Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation.
• Develop a detailed project plan to track progress.
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule, and costs.
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques.
• Report and escape to management as needed.
• Manage the relationship with the client and project stakeholders.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

COMPETENCIES:

• Interpersonal skills: Interact and influence at all levels of the organization including executive leadership, cross-functional teams, and third parties.
• Project Management: Initiate, plan, execute, control, and oversee the work of a team to achieve specific goals and meet specific success criteria.
• Communication: Articulate complex matters and effectively express ideas and information in a clear and organized manner, so it is understood by others, both orally and in writing. Speak professionally with various levels of individuals to build strong professional relationships.
• Organization and task prioritization: Able to effectively prioritize tasks to allow for work with clear objectives and ensure that all efforts are directed and aligned with the company’s goals.
• Business Acumen: Understanding business implications of decisions; working through business situations resulting in positive outcomes and improved financial performance.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Associate degree or High School Diploma or Equivalent with PMP Certification

Experience and/or Training:

• Minimum 5 years of project management in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using and understanding various software development and production technologies, i.e. Oracle, Insight2020, SAP, Great Plaines, Sage Intact, Hub Spot, Salesforce.
• Experience using and understanding various Project Management software, i.e. Smart Sheets, Microsoft Project, Jira.

Licenses/Certificates:

Technology/Equipment: Proficiency working in Microsoft Office Suite.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in business

Experience and/or Training:

• Licenses/Certificates: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
  Experience working with AI platforms

Technology/Equipment: Insight2020

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

Sitting for long periods of time, 6-8 hours per day. Walking, speaking, hearing seeing. Listen and observe the environment for hazard prevention. Use hands for tools and typing. Semi-frequently lift up to 15 lbs. Some tasks may require employee to bend, stoop, twist, and turn.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor office working environment. Office is temperature-controlled all year round. Minimal hazards identified.

EMPLOYER STATEMENT:

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The mental and physical requirements are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. This job description represents characteristics the individual may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position.