Software Project Manager

Company Description

BEUMER Group is an international manufacturing leader in intralogistics in the fields of conveying, loading, palletising, packaging, sortation and distribution technology. BEUMER Group offers the right solution for almost every logistic challenge. We are a family owned, intralogistics leader, where tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We are proud of what our employees create each day. Integrity, Inspiration, Quality and Teamwork!

Job Description

The Software project manager is overall responsible for the project's delivering of Software Solutions systems within the given timeframes of the project – both in terms of functionality, technology, schedule, and budget. This can include both internal deliveries, and commitments due from external sub suppliers.

The Software project manager is responsible for managing the development and supply of a Software Solutions systems according to the customer contract and is in close coordination with the project manager for the overall project. 

It is the Software Project Managers responsibility to ensure that our Software projects follow the BEUMER Group Stage-Gate Model, as well as BEUMER's project processes + quality management systems (BGMS) throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Must be able to travel up to 40% of the time for extended periods, domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities:

• Manage Scope, Time, Cost, and Quality
• Manage Risk
• Manage Stakeholders and Communication
• Manage Customer Expectations
• Manage both internal and external sub suppliers
• Manage the software project team and its team-members
• Manage Software specifications and design
• Manage Software development
• Manage Software testing and on-site commissioning.
• Regular project follow-up and reporting
• Comply with the BEUMER's Stage Gate Model and Quality standards defined in BGMS

Key Performance Indicators

• Software scope of the project is within approved budget.
• Software scope of the project is on schedule.
• Solution delivered according to Company quality standards.
• Solution delivered according to Company processes.
• No unexplained or unrecorded out of scope or rework throughout the project (managing scope creep)
• Lessons learned collected and documented throughout the project.

Position Expectations:

• Prioritizing and Decision-making: Prevent problems by prioritizing, taking, and standing by decisions and commitments made
• Communication: Create commitment when communicating directions and goals in a clear and trustworthy manner
• Implementation and Execution: Seek information from - and involve relevant stakeholders. Achieve outstanding results and show persistency through difficulties.
• Motivation and Inspiration: Support the development of the team by delegating, inspiring people, and promoting teamwork.
• Business and Results: Deliver consistently according to customer requirements as agreed in the contract
• Passion for customers: Show interest in customers and deliver according to customer needs as agreed in the contract. Contribute to a customer-oriented culture.
• Encourage development of Business Capabilities: Seek opportunities for improvements in own work area.

Functional Expertise:

• Basic knowledge of functional area (Project Management and BEUMER processes) and basic knowledge about our Software products and solutions.
• Fluent in English
• International mind-set
• Strong analytical mind-set that can easily comprehend complex tasks
• Team player who finds it easy to work with others across different levels in the organization

Qualifications

Educational Background:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field.

Experience:

• Professional experience in software project management.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• International exposure or work experience is a plus.
• Experience in the Warehouse & Distribution/Material Handling industry is a plus.

Additional Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required.
• Familiarity with relevant Software development methodologies (e.g., Agile SCRUM).
• Professional experience with Software project management and related organizational skills
• Project schedule, cost, scope management, documentation. Impressive ability to organize and deliver on project deadlines and responsibilities.
• Stakeholder management
• Customer/client management
• Team leadership and development.
• Ability to work and collaborate with a team in a professional manner.
• Ability to concisely audit & document issues and drive the team to maintain quality.
• Ability to effectively track issues and communicate with the project team to resolve problems.
• Quality assurance and process improvement
• Travel domestically and internationally, as required, up to 40% for extended periods

Additional Information

BEUMER is an innovative company, where every employee is part of the "family". Because our employees are our most important asset, here are some of benefits we currently offer full-time employees. And by the way, no waiting period, they start when you do:

• We pay 100% of medical & dental premiums for you AND your eligible dependents
• 401k Retirement Plan with a generous match, because we care about your future
• Life Insurance is provided free for all employees
• Generous amount of paid time off
• Long-term disability (yes, we cover that too!)
  BEUMER is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital/family status, sexual orientation, pardoned criminal conviction or any other status protected under the Canadian Human Rights Act.