Manager, IT Projects

Description

Lactalis USA is currently seeking candidates to join our IT Project Management Organization (IT-PMO). This team will be responsible for the development & standardization of IT project management processes.

The Team will support IT leaders in project execution for initiatives supporting our US Businesses. This is an onsite role located in Buffalo, NY.

Lactalis, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to nurturing the future by providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day.

We offer an enviable range of dairy brands including Galbani®, Président®, Kraft® Natural Cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond®, Parmalat®, Siggi’s®, and Stonyfield Organic® in addition to several brands imported from our affiliates in Europe.

At Lactalis, our core values of AMBITION , ENGAGEMENT , and SIMPLICITY are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a safe, diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and we know that our candidates come from many different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.

If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we still encourage you to apply and share with us your STORY , your PASSION , and your EXPERTISE ! You may be just the perfect candidate for this or other roles within our company.

From your PASSION to ours

Have you ever been on a Project Team that struggled to manage work tasks, maintain timelines & submit project status reports?

In this role the IT Project Manager will work collaboratively with Leadership to build & standardize IT Project Work Management processes.

As this is a new team, we are looking for a results-driven leader who works well with others to create new processes that align with the Organizations strategy.

This position will have 2 direct reports & will need to be able to work in a dynamic environment supporting technical and business team members.

Organization, Communication & Collaboration are key.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include :

• Collaborate with Leadership to create repeatable IT Project Work Management processes in Adobe Workfront.
• Implement the best IT Project Work Management policies to ensure consistent project delivery.
• Be the IT project work Enablement Expert the most knowledgeable resource driving change & adoption.
• Manage your team Senior IT Project Analyst & IT Project Analyst.
• Consistently Champion Workfront drive insight & recommendations to US team members on how Workfront can enable them to successfully manage their project.
• Provide mentorship & direction to project managers and support staff in the US IT Organization.
• Drive team excellence through training & best practice adherence.
• Collaborate with leadership to align project management strategies with overall business objectives.
• This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
• Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment that promotes the health and well-being of all employees and that will further contribute to the Company’s overall performance and success.
• Travel and / or extended or off work hours may be required.
• This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
• To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone, and / or allowance(s) may be provided.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these Essential Duties and Responsibilities.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following :

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Project Management Leadership Experience.
• PMP or similar certification is a plus.

Experience

• Demonstrated 5-10 years of experience leading projects and / or participating on project teams. IT Project Work a plus.
• Past IT team experience a plus; familiarity with Infrastructure & SAP ERP concepts will be beneficial.
• Adobe Workfront Experience a plus.
• Effective leadership and team building skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional communication & interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working effectively in a fast-paced & dynamic environment.
• Ability to motivate others & work collaboratively.

Specialized Knowledge

• Adobe Workfront
• IT Related Experience (Infrastructure, SAP, other)

Skills / Abilities

• Passion for Work Management to help others work better, work smarter.
• Strong Work Ethic & Initiative.
• Desire to create & implement new processes.
• Ability to identify areas of opportunity or improvement.
• Strong attention to detail & organization.
• Comfortable communicating to all levels of the Organization.
• Prioritization, organization, time management a must.
• Work cross-functionally; engage others professionally in all settings (corporate / industrial).
• Capacity to travel if required.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to : veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.

Salary Description $82,000 - $115,000

Employee Benefits.

Lactalis provides robust and competitive benefits for employees. We have developed a total rewards program that focuses on fair pay, pay for performance, benefits, time off, career progression, and development opportunities.

We offer a full suite of benefit options designed to fit your personal needs, from traditional medical and dental plans to ancillary benefits such as accident and critical illness insurance, as well as employee assistance programs.

Choice and flexibility are at the core of our benefits program, assuring you have the choices and coverage levels that meet your personal needs.

We also understand the importance of affordable benefits which is why we contribute up to 85% toward the cost. We place significant importance on your financial well-being by providing company paid short-term disability, life insurance, and a generous 401(k) plan.

When it comes to time off, we understand the importance of work-life balance which is why all employees are granted PTO days upon hire in addition to designated annual holidays.

We continue to evaluate our total rewards program and strive to provide you with valuable benefits for your overall wellness.