Project Manager

Company: USConnect
Location: Greensboro
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

GlobalConnect - is a consortium of independent food service companies providing corporate breakrooms, cafes, markets, vending, pantry and office coffee services. As an industry-leading technology company, our ecosystem offering spans payment hardware and software, loyalty programs, brand marketing, procurement, national account sales and other services that enable our affiliate member companies to provide state-of-the-art technology, flexible and healthy food choices, and consistent service to their corporate customers across the country. As the only fully integrated, wireless food service network that seamlessly functions across the North American continent, GlobalConnect - is rapidly growing in an $8 billion market in pursuit of its vision to dramatically improve breakroom service operations for the modern enterprise and its employees. For more information visit: usconnect.biz and globalconnect.biz Job Title: Project Manager Department: USConnect Operations Reports To: Director of Program Management FLSA Status: Exempt Summary: Collaborate on the architecture design, contributing to the software and hardware development process improvement, under the guidance from the PM team leader. This role asks for creative thinking, collaboration, and the passion for delivering great software solutions. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Creating long- and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones and adhering to deadlines
• Delegating tasks on the project to employees best positioned to complete them
• Making effective decisions when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project
• Serving as a point of contact for teams when multiple units are assigned to the same project to ensure team actions remain in synergy
• Communicating with executives or the board to keep the project aligned with their goals
• Performing quality control on the project throughout development to maintain the standards expected
• Adjusting schedules and targets on the project as needs or financing for the project change
• Work collaboratively with external development teams on solution development of all aspects of the system
• Manage the day to day management of projects in coordination with the lead PM
• Other duties as assigned Supervisory responsibilities: Yes Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience: A minimum of a bachelor's degree in either business or management. Strong preference for candidates with certifications in addition to their education, such as the Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification from the Project Management Institute. The American Society for the Advancement of Project Management also offers Project Manager and Senior Project Manager certifications. Language and Oral Communication Skills: Experience troubleshooting problems, finding and implementing solutions. Highly organized with attention to detail. Strong customer service experience and focus. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings and with colleagues. Standards of Performance:
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment to deliver high quality work in a timely fashion
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Exceptional personal organization
  • Demonstrated ability to work self-directed and in a cross functional organization and to manage internal and external resources by influence.
  • Maintain initiative to preserve the flow of work.
  • Proficient computer skills including office suite, remote meeting tools and other PM tools.
  • Proven ability to understand priorities, take ownership and meet deadlines.
  • Strong personal responsibility and ambition to grow and pivot as opportunities arise. Mental and Physical Demands: The mental and physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
    • Ability to work as a team member.
    • Display professional appearance, warm demeanor and positive attitude.
    • Sitting for long periods of time.
    • Frequent video calls.
    • Frequent use of computer.
    • Working with frequent interruptions and distractions. Essential duties and responsibilities are subject to change at the company's discretion.
      Background checks and drug screening are required. We offer the following benefits:
      • 100% paid Employee base plan Health Insurance, buyup plan available at a very low cost.
      • Dependent Health
      • Paid Vacations and Personal Time off.
      • Health/Dental/Vision insurance
      • Short and Long-Term Disability
      • Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
      • 401(k)
      • Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • College Scholarship Program for children of employees Global Connect is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all Applicants and Employees fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. PI204198560

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