Project Manager

Project Manager (Logistics)

We are working with our client to recruit for the position of a Project Manager. Our client is a fantastic organisation located in Maidenhead, and their mission is to implement their enterprise management software, allowing end customer organisations to thrive. Our client aims to reimagine enterprise management, helping their customers transform their business and deliver exceptional experiences, and are currently embarking on an expansion strategy, aiming to prioritise development.

(*If you have a displayed career history managing projects implementing software, managing a project's end-to-end life cycle or direct experience with logistics implementation/logistics software projects, then please do get in touch.)

The Opportunity* Dynamic working environment with opportunities to make have an immediate impact on client satisfaction and business growth* Collaborative team atmosphere with direct communication lines across the organisation* Becoming a part of a global company committed to international growth from both geographical and product portfolio perspective* Being a part of a growing team with stimulating assignments supporting global clients and solutionsSuccessful candidates would be joining the Logistics professional services team, working in a team to implement logistics management software projects. The Project Manager has the responsibility to run projects on a day-to-day basis in line with the agreed specifications and commercials. The Project Manager serves as a coordination point between the different functional teams to ensure proper alignment and focus.

Responsibilities* Drives the definition of the client solution, project structure, and project initiation

* Drives the creation of the Statement of Work document - defining project scope, objectives, timeline, budget etc. for the project

* Delivers the key project management office deliverables, such as project plans, status reports to stakeholders, RAID logs, dashboards, budget/cost monitoring and control, etc.

* Coordinates with other functional team members to ensure proper resourcing and prioritisation for the projects and set client expectations accordingly

* Monitors project progress and performance to ensure timely delivery and identify and implement adjustments and improvements

* Ensures financial management of the projects across the wider team, ensuring that all parties are working within defined budgets and the necessary audit and monitoring controls are in place and adhered to

* Ensures effective communication across the wider project team to achieve a high level of clarity as to responsibilities, ongoing activities and necessary coordination

* Works effectively with relevant stakeholders for efficient project implementation

* Develops excellent leadership, customer relations and communication skills to liaise effectively with all project stakeholders* Understands from a high level, the technical aspects of their software

* Manages enhancement requirements and translates them into the change & configuration management process

* Ensures alignment of the internal and external technical teams involved in the implementation

* Expected over time to lead requirements definition discussions with the client and drive the necessary documentation as input to the SW development team

* Coordinates UAT, Go-Live, and post-implementation support as necessary

* Has a detailed understanding of the organisation's strategic priorities and is able to drive these in the daily course of business* Applies industry best practices, methodologies, tools and standards

* Actively contributes to the continuous improvement of PMO processes and tools

What we are looking for:* Minimum 5-year proven project management experience, preferably within an IT environment

* Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2 or similar)

* Bachelor's degree

* Fluency (written and spoken) in English (mandatory) and German (preferred)

* Experience of working in a client-facing environment

* Strong communication skills to support frequent customer contact

* High level of self-organization, problem-solving ability, proactivity, and attention to detail

* Excellent analytical skills

* Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks with competing deadlines

* Exhibits strong teamwork and interpersonal skills

* Proficiency in Project Management Software Tools, Microsoft Office Suite, CRM tools

* Ability to quickly understand new SW solutions

* Willingness to travel

* Ability to work independently on a client site

If you are interested in this role, then please submit an up-to-date CV, detailing your career history, key skills you possess, a summary of your role in projects you have worked on, educational history, and details on any external and internal projects.

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