At C5MI, our purpose is to unleash business potential by converting people, process, and technology to reduce waste, drive productivity, improve lives, and ensure sustainability. we are a leading services firm committed to delivering cutting edge technology solutions and exceptional service to our clients. Our employees are key to our success, so we strive to be more than just a team; we’re a community built upon a set of Core Values that guide our every action:

• Challenge – We believe in challenging the present – it’s the only way to shape the future – and that speaking your mind with equal parts brain (what to say), thoughtfulness (when to say it), and caring (how it’s said), is the only way to grow and be successful.
• Have Fun – We are on a journey together and life isn’t all about work. Live your happiness.
• All In – You can’t fake passion – show your energy. Own it – it is a shared responsibility, and we remain focused on creating an environment designed to realize the team’s true potential.
• Never Screw the Customer – If we take care of the customer, offer honest opinions and robust solutions, and exceptional service, we all win.
• GSD (Get Stuff Done) – We take initiative; we don’t make excuses; and we act with urgency. We take accountability, relentlessly execute, and swarm challenges while planning for tomorrow – that’s how we win!
• Environmental/Sustainability Stewardship – We are evangelists and practitioners of efficiency who lead awareness and adoption of environmental and sustainability best practices by merging people, process, and technology.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Manager to join our team! In this role, you’ll leverage best practices for project management and risk management to deliver project objectives. Drive, determination, and a self-disciplined approach combined with the ability to see the big picture is key to achieving the performance objectives of this job. If you’re someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, never compromises on quality, and prides yourself on follow-through, this position may be a great fit for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains visibility to known project work leveraging documented tools, processes and procedures in appropriate Standard Operating Procedures, Playbooks and Runbooks.
• Develops and maintains productive working relationships with business leaders, project sponsors, business analysts, solution architects, vendors, and key clients.
• Manages the relationship with the customer, acting as the primary “face” of the project throughout the lifecycle.
• Provides work direction and leadership to assigned projects, including scheduling, assignment of work, and review of project efforts.
• Ensures successful go-live on time, within budget, and with high customer satisfaction.
• Maintains consistent communication with the project team to ensure the scope of work is clear and that standard operating procedures are adhered to and auditable.
• Ensures compliance with all accounting, human resources, training, and safety goals, as outlined by the Statement of Work and other C5MI policies.
• Provides customer guidance and support on Communications, Change Management, Training Strategy, and Testing Strategy.
• Facilitates the gathering of information required to estimate project cost, resources, time, and deliverables.
• Leverages financial acumen to estimate costs associated with the project, including physical, financial, and human capital costs.
• Creates and manages capital appropriate requests and revisions and develops a detailed cost baseline from cost estimations.
• Negotiates conflicts and resolves issues that arise on the project, acting as a mediator between stakeholders and team members throughout the project lifecycle.
• Acts as a trusted advisor for the client.
• Keeps senior leaders and stakeholders informed on the progress of the project, as well as any risks or deviations from the plan.

Qualifications:

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience.
• Required: PMP Certification
• 5+ years SAP Technology implementation and/or operation experience.
• 5+ years SAP consultant or development experience (SAP Project Manager or Operation Manager experience preferred).
• Experience with at least one full cycle implementation.
• Understanding of SAP Activate methodology is a plus.
• A project management certification is a plus.
• Proficiency with MS Project or other project management tools.

Specific skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• Must be a self-starter and problem solver, capable of functioning in a dynamic, fast-paced, change-oriented environment.
• Must be able to lead large cross functional teams and understand how to lead within a matrixed organization to deliver results.
• Excellent customer/escalation management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize deliverables.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to connect and work with employees at all levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits:

• Remote work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefit program
• $1,500 wellness benefit for employees
• Retirement savings plan – traditional 401(k) and Roth
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Positive and collaborative work environment

C5MI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.