Senior Project Manager - Global Finance Transformation (EMEA)
Job Description
The Finance team’s goal is to be a trusted and collaborative partner to all the businesses and functional teams that we work with, bringing business acumen, financial expertise and insights to aid decision-making and deliver value to our stakeholders. We strive to generate value through providing specialist advice and making recommendations to optimize decision making, delivering transparent processes and implementing governance and controls to mitigate risk.
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We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in our global finance transformation efforts.
Reporting directly to the Director of Finance Project Management, you will lead critical initiatives supporting a global cloud ERP implementation, operating model alignment, possible M&A integrations, and more.
As the Project Management Office (PMO) representative for EMEA, you will establish and uphold project management standards and practices to ensure efficient, high-quality delivery that meets or exceeds business expectations.
This highly visible role requires exceptional relationship management and collaboration skills, as you will work with global teams across various functions and levels of the organization.
The position is based in the UK and will require flexibility to collaborate with global teams in different time zones.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead end-to-end project management for major programs, from concept through implementation, using established governance and Smartsheet templates.
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Develop detailed project plans, track milestones, and manage project timelines, particularly focusing on business-critical activities.
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Partner with Business Owners to prioritize requirements and foster collaborative relationships across business and IT teams.
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Proactively identify risks, anticipate challenges, and develop creative solutions to ensure project success.
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Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, ensuring clear and consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
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Recommend and implement project management best practices to enhance the maturity of our Finance Transformation Office.
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Align projects with broader company initiatives and manage cross-project dependencies.
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Influence and manage cross-functional team members to achieve project goals, supporting team cohesion and maintaining enthusiasm.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree (Information Systems, Business, Finance preferred); MIS or MBA is a plus.
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10+ years of project and program management experience.
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Proven track record of leading and integrating teams from diverse internal and external organizations across global geographies.
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Experience with ERP cloud implementations (preferably Oracle Fusion) in a global environment.
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Familiarity with processes such as Order to Cash, Procure to Pay, Record to Report, Forecast to Delivery, and Hire to Retire.
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PMP certification is a plus.
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Strong understanding of Agile Project Management practices.
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Working knowledge of business process analysis methodologies and tools.
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Leadership experience in large cross-functional technology implementations, particularly with Finance, HR, Marketing, or Sales teams.
Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on our global finance transformation initiatives.
You will work with a dynamic, collaborative team in a fast-paced environment, with the chance to lead projects that drive real business change.
If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for delivering results, we want to hear from you!
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Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now! We commit to respond to every applicant.
Date Posted
09/09/2024
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