Project Manager

Bertelsmann SE & Co KgaA

Louisville, KY

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Business Administration, Business Case, Business Model, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Develop and Maintain Customers, Disability Insurance, Distribution Services, Economics, Finance, Financial Analysis, Healthcare, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology & Information Systems, Leadership, Legal, Life Insurance, Negotiation Skills, Partner Sales, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Product Lifecycle, Profit & Loss, Project Lifecycle, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Request for Proposals (RFP), Requirements Management, SAP, Sales Support, Simulation, Statement of Work (SOW), Supply Chain Management, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Vision Plan, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Louisville, KY
POSTED
18 days ago

The Project Manager is a self-starter who can drive projects and RFP's to on-time delivery, with a focus on quality in a very fast-paced environment. The Project Manager leverages strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, while being a team player who can communicate effectively, both internally and with our clients. You have an open mindset and can quickly adapt to new technologies and software tools to drive innovation.

Your Tasks

  • Lead and manage complex global projects that align with business and customer objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders across regions to develop optimized customer-oriented solutions and ensure successful execution.
  • Manage cross-functional teams for Engineering, IT, Operations, HR, QA, Transportation, Security, Legal and Finance through the full project management lifecycle including initial RFP from client, negotiation of SOW and MSA, requirements gathering, timeline development, integration of timelines for each workstream and execution of work packages by the cross-functional teams.
  • Understand client requirements and transform them into business models
  • Coordinate project initiatives across different departments and distribution centers
  • Commercial / Financial understanding including, calculation of initial business case, developing P&L, pricing, financial analysis and simulation
  • Deliver presentations and communicate broad business topics to management, employees, peers, vendors and clients
  • Provide sales support and partnership in the identification of opportunities for new solutions and expansion into new industries
  • Demonstrate strong leadership skills while at the same time able to bond with team in order to motivate and maintain workflow and timelines

Your Profile

  • At least 5 years of experience in a project management capacity.
  • Bachelor's degree in in Supply Chain Management, Economics, Industrial Engineering or Business Administration or equivalent experience.
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time, occasionally more as needed.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
  • Experience working with companies in the following sectors; High Tech, Healthcare, AIM or Consumer Products industries.
  • Experience managing RFPs preferred.
  • Experience with SAP preferred.

We Offer

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Pay.
  • 401(k) with company matching up to 6%.
  • Paid Time Off, including paid holidays.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Voluntary benefits such as legal and financial assistance, pet insurance, and more.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Ongoing employee development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training.
  • Commuter benefits.
  • Employee engagement activities.

About the Company

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Bertelsmann SE & Co KgaA