This role will be responsible for managing the implementation of large scale, complex and cross- functional projects utilizing CEVA project management methodology and best practices, improve customer satisfaction, and drive cost savings across the Global IT organization.
This role should have subject matter expertise in the area of Business Process, Project and Portfolio Management, exceptional project management skills, attention to detail, and a proven ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
Key Accountabilities :
- Manage to overall coordination of the project / portfolio management-oriented work efforts, ensures that project goals and objectives are met within time, scope, and resource requirements. Program portfolio budgets on average greater than $>
5million dollar initiatives
Coordinates work performed by IT staff and internal customers / business partners by defining project requirements, performing feasibility and needs / impact assessmentsDirects implementation and execution of standard PM methodologies across the project portfolio. Ensures project teams comply to company standards and all documentation is reviewed and approved.Working with Senior leaders establishes goals and operating plans for the department and operates within budget parameters.Drives new technology initiatives from “idea” to implementation including;development of businesscase through post-mortem reviews and ROI reconciliations.
Highly skilled in Project Management, has ability to manage highly complex projects and to prioritize competing interests across business functionsTypically manages team(s) through subordinate managers in complex technology areas. Plan and provide opportunities for continuous training to keep the resources aligned on state-of-the-art technology and trendsIdentify and address project risks and issues proactively using strong analytical and problem-solving skills, also possess the ability of sound decision-making, with the capacity to prioritize tasks and resources effectively.Be a problem-solver and change agent, finding efficient & pragmatic solutions to blockers and helping establish agile processes within our teams while being able to use both Waterfall and Agile methodologies driving projects.Knowledge, Experience & Skills
Essential
Fluent in EnglishUniversity Degree in IT or Business, or equivalent experienceDesirable
Fluent in FrenchMasters level Degree in IT or Business.Experience
Essential
15+ years of relevant technical or business work experience15+ years of implementation and delivery services, preferable for large complex projects and customersCross-function management experience including :people and process managementDesirable
Excellent stakeholder management, verbal and written communication skills.Strong subcontractor management experience.Specialist Knowledge & Skills
Essential
Consistent utilization of best practices and methodologies to ensure demand management and planning, projects portfolio management and support for customers are met.Ability to understand inter-dependencies between IT and business initiatives to effectively leverage resources.SWOT analysis and problem-solving competences. Proven experience implementing IT solutions andcommunicating with high profile customers.Expert understanding of business functional and operating needs in highly complex environments.Excellent IT finance, customer budget and proposal managementAbility to review and change processes to achieve best practice standards.Desirable
Knowledge of key customer IT solutions or business processes.Knowledge of PMM, Top Class solution design, and specialized products for key customers.Knowledge of BI, Reporting Tools & ETLITIL certifiedPMI CertifiedInterpersonal & Communication Skills
Essential
Superior influence skills to gain commitment fromothers and foster collaboration
Outstanding communication skills, both oral and writtenExcellent situation management and leadership in critical situations.Critical negotiation skillsStrong aptitude to build and maintain informal network inside the customer organization and internally to CEVA.Excellent team playerDesirable
Be culturally and politically aware at all times, read the room and use the right type of approach with the right type of stakeholder.Leadership capability to create a unified and motivated project team.