Project Operations Manager

Jobtailor; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Houston, TX is seeking a detail-oriented Project Manager to design and manage cohesive programs with critical paths, milestones, and risk mitigation. The role requires collaboration with process owners to scope opportunities and guide teams to meet business needs.

You will lead project execution for internal departments and external clients, build relationships with senior leadership, and craft presentations that illustrate value propositions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an analytical field or equivalent experience.
• 1 year of experience in operations, preferably in manufacturing or logistics.
• Lean or Six Sigma experience and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage project programs with critical paths, dependencies, risks, and milestones.
• Collaborate with process owners to scope opportunities and drive improvements.
• Lead project execution for internal departments and external clients.
• Provide direction to project teams and communicate requirements to stakeholders.
• Build relationships with senior leadership to support company goals.
• Develop customer presentations illustrating solutions and value propositions.
• Support other project managers and team members as needed.

Skills

Project management

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an analytical field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Responsibilities

• Create and manage cohesive project programs and plans with identifiable critical paths, task dependencies, risk/issue mitigation processes and major milestones
• Work with business process owners to identify and scope areas of opportunity
• Creatively scope, manage and implement projects to meet business needs
• Provide leadership for project execution for both internal departments and external clients; offer direction and guidance to the project team and communicate project requirements to internal and external stakeholders
• Build solid relationships and collaborations with senior leadership to support company goals
• Develop customer presentations that illustrate solution components and value propositions
• Support other project managers and project team members as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an analytical field or equivalent related work or military experience
• 1 year of experience in operations, preferably in manufacturing or logistics
• Lean or Six Sigma experience
• Project management experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in project management, including the ability to create and manage project programs, identify opportunities, and lead teams effectively. Proficient in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance operational efficiency.