Project Manager, Project & Program Management, Operations Management

Date Posted:

United States of America

OT541: TFP - Florence, SC 1500 Otis Way, Florence, SC, 29501 USA

Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity?

The Project Manager will lead the cross-functional integrated product development teams responsible for making and delivering on all end-to-end project commitments. This will include project schedule, budget, product cost targets and technical performance. This position covers definition and management of all activities from inception to successful factory and field implementation.

• Project Planning and Goal Setting:
  
  Defining the project scope, objectives, tasks, and deliverables, while creating a detailed roadmap to guide the team.
• Resource and Budget Management:
  
  Allocating resources (personnel, materials) and monitoring costs to keep the project within the approved budget.
• Team Leadership and Motivation:
  
  Building a team, assigning tasks based on strengths, and fostering a collaborative environment to ensure success.
• Risk Management and Problem-Solving:
  
  Identifying potential risks early, developing mitigation strategies, and resolving issues that arise during project execution.
• Monitoring Progress and Reporting:
  
  Tracking performance against deadlines and milestones, conducting regular meetings, and preparing documentation for stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Management:
  
  Managing expectations, communicating updates, and ensuring stakeholders are satisfied with the final project outcomes.

• Leadership & Team Management:
  Motivating team members, delegating tasks, resolving conflicts, and guiding teams toward a common vision.
• Communication:
  Conveying project goals, status updates, and risks to stakeholders, team members, and clients effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Strategic Planning & Organization:
  Developing comprehensive project plans, setting milestones, and managing project scope to prevent creep.
• Negotiation:
  Securing resources, managing vendor contracts, and aligning conflicting stakeholder expectations.
• Risk Management:
  
  Identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential project threats before they impact the timeline or budget.

• BA/BS degree with 5+ years of experience or MA/MS degree with 3+ years of experience
• PMP certification is a plus
• Fluent in English
• Highly skilled in using MS Project and Power Point
• Demonstrate the ability to collaborate and manage interdependencies across all internal functional value-streams involved in project planning and execution
• Support creation and management of partnerships with key suppliers
• Identify and actively manage impact of any dependent projects or activities
• Understand and manage handoffs across 5 stage Product Development Process (PDP)

Given the nature of the position, applicants must have authorization to work in the U.S. now and in the future without sponsorship.

• We offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and an automatic retirement contribution for your future financial security from day one of your employment, you and your eligible dependents will receive comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Enjoy three weeks of paid vacation, along with paid company holidays
• We provide paid sick leave, employee assistance, and wellness incentive programs to support your well-being.
• Life insurance and disability coverage to protect you and your family.
• Voluntary benefits, including options for legal, pet, home, and auto insurance.
• We offer generous birth/adoption and parental leave benefits, as well as adoption assistance, to support growing families.
• Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement program.
• Recognize and be recognized! We celebrate service anniversaries and offer spot performance bonus opportunities to show our appreciation.

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