Project Management Officer (PMO, F&B retail, remote)

上海聚才商务咨询有限公司; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in business consulting is seeking a PMO Lead to manage strategic projects in North America. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, particularly in the catering industry, and possess excellent stakeholder management skills. This role involves overseeing multiple projects, facilitating communication among teams, and driving process improvements. Proficiency in both Chinese and English is essential for effective collaboration in a multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of project management experience, focusing on the catering industry.
• Proficiency in Chinese and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage strategic projects, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Identify and engage key stakeholders to facilitate project success.
• Monitor project progress and prepare reports for senior management.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position: PMO (Project Management Office) Lead

The PMO position will be responsible for managing strategic projects within North America, ensuring alignment with business objectives. This role involves managing project clusters, leading strategic initiatives, coordinating cross-departmental activities, and managing resources effectively. The ideal candidate will have experience in strategic project management, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to drive complex projects to successful completion.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Project Management: Lead and manage strategic projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with business goals. Oversee multiple project clusters, ensuring coordination and alignment across all initiatives.
2. Stakeholder Management: Identify and engage key stakeholders across the organization, ensuring their needs and expectations are met. Facilitate communication and collaboration among stakeholders to ensure project success.
3. Meeting and Workshop Facilitation: Organize and lead project meetings, workshops, and steering committees. Ensure all meetings are productive with clear outcomes and action items.
4. Resource Management: Manage resources across projects, ensuring teams have the necessary tools, support, and guidance. Allocate resources effectively, balancing the needs of multiple projects.
5. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement within the PMO, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Standardize project management methodologies and tools across the organization.
6. Reporting and Analytics: Monitor project progress and performance, providing regular updates to senior management. Prepare reports and dashboards to track key project metrics and identify areas for improvement.
7. Risk Management: Identify potential risks to project success and develop mitigation strategies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in business management, project management, catering management, or related fields.
• At least 3 years of project management experience, with a focus on the catering industry. Experience in strategic consulting firms is preferred.
• Familiarity with the operation model, market trends, and supply chain management of the catering industry. Knowledge of the North American catering market is preferred.
• Proven success in managing multiple complex projects and leading cross-departmental teams.
• Strong data analysis and report writing skills.
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, capable of developing effective strategic plans in complex business environments.
• Proficiency in Chinese and English, with excellent communication and coordination skills to work effectively with multicultural teams.
• Understanding of the local business environment, laws, and regulations in North America, with awareness of risk management and compliance.