Senior Project Manager

Ifs1; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range bonus

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

401K with Company contribution

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance and disability benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

IFS is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead ERP implementation projects from planning to closing, ensuring value realization and revenue generation for IFS. You will drive project governance, budget, and timeline adherence, while coordinating cross-functional teams and stakeholders to optimize delivery and client value.

The role requires experience with ERP implementations, strong leadership, and the ability to align IFS methodologies with customer needs and industry requirements.

Qualifications

• University degree in a technical discipline, MBA, or equivalent professional qualification.
• Prior experience in managing ERP implementation projects (preferably full lifecycles).
• Fluency in English and local language (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of detailed project plans with budget and timeline adherence.
• Strategically allocate resources to optimize project delivery.
• Set up and oversee project governance structures, reporting and financial tracking.
• Own project status reporting to Steering Group and stakeholders.
• Lead risk management and assess Change Requests for smooth execution.
• Deliver presentations on IFS Success Offerings to customers and stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive project success.

Education

University degree in a technical discipline / MBA / equivalent professional qualification

Job description

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for planning, leading, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing of IFS projects. They are accountable for the entire project scope, project team, resources, and the success of the project.

The Senior Project Manager is acting on behalf of IFS as a focal point of expertise to ensure the Value Realization to the Customer and Revenue Generation to IFS. Key to this is a firm understanding of Project Management in general and the IFS Methodologies in particular, highlighting the ability to gain trust from both the Customer and the IFS teams.

The Senior Project Manager enjoys the challenge of being the key driver, decision maker, engager, and motivator in projects, while consistently having control of both short- and long-term revenue realization along with set KPIs.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for core activities including, but not limited to:

• Demonstrate expertise in interpreting and applying IFS contract structures.
• Lead the development and execution of detailed project plans while ensuring financial and timeline adherence.
• Strategically allocate resources to optimize project delivery efficiency.
• Set up and oversee project governance structures, reporting, and financial tracking.
• Own project status reporting to the Project Steering Group and key stakeholders.
• Lead risk management efforts, proactively mitigating project challenges.
• Assess Change Requests and coordinate necessary adjustments to ensure smooth project execution.
• Deliver compelling presentations on IFS Success Offerings to customers and stakeholders.
• Manage team coordination, delegation, and workload balancing for optimal project delivery.
• Evaluate team performance, providing guidance on skill enhancement and professional growth.
• Drive team cohesion through consistent communication and methodology application.
• Contribute actively to industry knowledge sharing within the Project Management network.
• Develop deep industry insights and apply them to project execution and client interactions.
• Identify opportunities for upselling services to enhance customer satisfaction and engagement.
• Cultivate strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive project success.
• Oversee project quality and adherence to the IFS Implementation Methodology, ensuring effective planning, direction, and execution.
• Provide strategic guidance to the project consulting team, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Work closely with the Solution Architect to define clear implementation activities for each project phase.
• Build and maintain professional relationships within IFS and externally, fostering trust and collaboration.
• Act as a key communication bridge between stakeholders, senior management, and project teams.
• Strengthen coordination between the Project Manager, Solution Architect, and Leads to ensure alignment throughout the project.
• Identify opportunities beyond core project scope and collaborate with Sales for follow-up.
• Understand key customer drivers and align IFS solutions to support and enhance their value proposition.
• Apply a commercial mindset to maximize customer value for IFS in coordination with the Sales team.
• Motivate the project team, provide direction, and foster a collaborative environment to achieve targets.
• Manage conflicts effectively to maintain project momentum.
• Respond to challenges with political awareness and professionalism.

In addition to this, you are also expected to:

• Leverage in-depth knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and integration to manage complex projects.
• Lead projects using established project management methodologies and best practices.
• Stay current on product developments and proactively assess their impact on ongoing projects.
• Embody IFS values, fostering a collaborative and customer-centric environment.
• Lead and facilitate project meetings and workshops to align teams and stakeholders.

Essential:

• University degree in a technical discipline, MBA, or equivalent processional qualification
• Prior experience in managing ERP implementation projects (preferably full lifecycles)
• Fluency in English and local language (verbal and written)

Desirable:

• Solid knowledge of IFS Software
• Participation in implementation of IFS Products
• Specific Industry knowledge from target industries
• Experience in delivering a broad range of IFS Consulting Services
• Experience in conducting projects using an Agile methodology would be an asset
• Certification in one of other Project Management methodologies Prince2 or Project Management Professional (PMP) would be an asset

What We’re Offering

• Salary Range: $84,300 - $112,350 plus bonus
• Flexible paid time off, including sick and holiday
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• 401K with Company contribution
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Community involvement and volunteering events

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