Project Manager - Non-IT

Aquent (United States); Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent is seeking a seasoned Project Manager – Non-IT to lead a strategic deployment that enhances product creation capabilities. You will bridge business needs with technology solutions, guiding adoption and change across functions in Beaverton, Oregon.

Responsibilities include coordinating stakeholders, overseeing UAT, and ensuring on-time delivery. Proficiency with Airtable, PowerPoint, and AI-based reporting is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years in non-IT project management with exposure to IT rollouts.
• Proven ability to represent the business perspective with IT teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead deployment of a new software tool to optimize product creation processes.
• Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technology teams.
• Oversee User Acceptance Testing (UAT) phases and gather end-user feedback.
• Apply foundational PM principles to manage scope, schedule, resources, and risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success and transitions.
• Contribute to strategic evolution of product development through tool adoption.

Skills

Non-IT project management

Stakeholder liaison

UAT leadership

AI-based reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Airtable

PowerPoint

AI reporting tools

Job description

We are seasoned Project Manager – Non-IT professional to lead a special project focused on enhancing product creation capabilities. You will be at the heart of deploying a new software tool, acting as the crucial link between business needs and technology solutions. Your work will directly contribute to streamlining operations, improving efficiency, and fostering innovation within a dynamic environment. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact by guiding a key initiative from conception to successful adoption, collaborating with diverse teams, and championing change.

Key Responsibilities and Impact

• Lead the deployment of a new software tool designed to optimize product creation processes, ensuring successful integration and adoption across business functions.
• Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technology teams, translating business requirements into actionable project plans and ensuring a strong business perspective throughout the project lifecycle.
• Orchestrate and oversee User Acceptance Testing (UAT) phases, gathering feedback, and ensuring the tool meets the functional and operational needs of end-users.
• Apply foundational project management principles to manage scope, schedule, resources, and risks effectively, ensuring project objectives are met on time and within expectations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, fostering strong partnerships to drive project success and facilitate seamless transitions.
• Contribute to the strategic evolution of product development by ensuring the new tool enhances efficiency, collaboration, and innovation.

Required Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of experience in non-IT Project Management roles, with a solid understanding of IT system rollouts and deployments.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven ability to represent the business perspective effectively while deploying new tools, partnering closely with technology teams, and possessing a deep awareness of business processes.
• Extensive experience in the deployment of software tools, specifically within product creation environments (e.g., apparel, consumer goods), including leading comprehensive User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Demonstrated foundational project management expertise, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing projects.
• Proficiency with Airtable and Powerpoint for project tracking, communication, and reporting.
• Experience utilizing AI tools for building out reports and extracting insights.

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience with technology and delivering solutions and tools at scale within a large organization.
• Demonstrated expertise in change management methodologies and practices to facilitate smooth adoption of new tools and processes.
• Previous experience within a similar industry or with large-scale consumer product brands.