TAI- Sr. IT Planning Analyst

Toshiba; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Toshiba in West Allis, Wisconsin, seeks a Sr. Analyst Planning to join our project management team.

The role analyzes, documents requirements, coordinates with stakeholders, and ensures projects stay within scope, schedule, and budget while guiding the team through lifecycle milestones. You will manage schedules using MS Project and SharePoint, prepare reports and dashboards, and support contract management and audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management or a related role.
• PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect and evaluate business goals to understand and prioritize project needs.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to track project activities using tracking tools such as MS Project and SharePoint.
• Manage and distribute project documentation/reports related to the project or program; Provide project guidance and support to Project Managers.
• Contribute to project deliverables including documents and weekly/monthly management presentations.
• Develop and monitor projects and process reporting (routine and ad hoc reports), analytics, and dashboards.
• Perform in-depth technical analysis of project trends and artifacts; Communicate recommendations related to project quality and performance gaps to stakeholders.
• Facilitate meetings and communicate project status, issues, and solutions effectively.
• Assist with developing, facilitating and conducting trainings on project/program management.
• Work with Managers to analyze budgets and capital expenditures, including detail review of project proposals and preparation of necessary supporting documentation and justification.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including budget forecasts, variance analysis, and financial performance metrics.
• Develop and manage budget and forecast reports/models for projects and capital expenditures.
• Manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations.
• Ensure that third parties adhere to contractual requirements for activities of on-going projects (e.g. terms and payment, vendor invoices matching agreed terms).
• Assist with audit compliance activities such as coordination of JSOX testing and processes.
• Manage project and contract Knowledge Management sites such as SharePoint.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independence & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Wrike

Asana

Job description

We are Toshiba. We have an unwavering drive to make and do things that lead to a better world.

At Toshiba, we commit to raising quality of life for people around the world, ensuring progress that is in harmony with our planet. Our core values include: Do the Right Thing, Look for a better way, Always consider the impact and Create Together.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sr. Analyst Planning to work out of our West Allis, WI office. The Sr. Project Analyst is an individual that analyzes, reviews and documents the requirements of a project throughout its lifecycle. He or she helps the entire project team complete the project within its planned scope, schedule, and budget, while serving as a liaison for the project's technical, functional and non-functional teams. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collect and evaluate business goals to understand and prioritize project needs
• Coordinate with stakeholders to track project activities using tracking tools such as MS Project and SharePoint
• Manage and distribute project documentation/reports related to the project or program; Provide project guidance and support to Project Managers
• Contribute to project deliverables including documents and weekly/monthly management presentations
• Develop and monitor projects and process reporting (routine and ad hoc reports), analytics, and dashboards
• Perform in-depth technical analysis of project trends and artifacts; Communicate recommendations related to project quality and performance gaps to stakeholders
• Facilitate meetings and communicate project status, issues, and solutions effectively.
• Assist with developing, facilitating and conducting trainings on project/program management
• Work with Managers to analyze budgets and capital expenditures, including detail review of project proposals and preparation of necessary supporting documentation and justification
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including budget forecasts, variance analysis, and financial performance metrics.
• Develop and manage budget and forecast reports/models for projects and capital expenditures
• Manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations.
• Ensure that third parties adhere to contractual requirements for activities of on-going projects (e.g. terms and payment, vendor invoices matching agreed terms).
• Assist with audit compliance activities such as coordination of JSOX testing and processes
• Manage project and contract Knowledge Management sites such as SharePoint

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management or a related role.
• Financial acumen and experience with financial reporting and analysis.
• Experience in contract management, including negotiation and compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Wrike, Asana).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.