Applications Project Manager

We are looking for a proactive and result-oriented IT Applications Project Manager to join our Global IT team. In this role, you will be the engine behind our digital transformation initiatives. You will not just track timelines; you will partner with business stakeholders to ensure that every IT deliverable translates into tangible business value. You will act as a "Gatekeeper" for project quality, managing risks, vendors, and internal resources to take projects from initiation to successful go live.

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Digital Transformation: Lead end-to-end IT projects (Initiation to Go-Live) to drive digital transformation.
• KPI Achievement: Define and track project KPIs to ensure alignment with corporate strategic goals.

Stakeholder & Business Value

• Business Partnership: Collaborate with Finance, HR, and Operations to deliver high-value IT solutions.
• Scope & Budget: Deliver projects on time and within budget while strictly managing scope creep.

Risk Management & Governance

• Proactive Gatekeeping: Manage project risks, solve problems, and raise "red flags" to maintain project integrity.
• Transparent Reporting: Provide clear status updates to the PMO and escalate critical issues to management.

Leadership & Vendor Management

• Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead internal IT teams (Developers, Architects) in a matrix environment.
• Vendor Oversight: Manage external vendors and integrators to ensure SLA compliance and delivery quality

• Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field. 
• 5+ years of experience in IT Project Management, specifically focused on Enterprise Applications
• Strong knowledge of both Waterfall and Agile\/Scrum methodologies, with the ability to adapt the approach based on project needs. 
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, ServiceNow, Smartsheet).
• Excellent ability to communicate complex technical issues to non-technical business stakeholders. 
• A critical thinker who can anticipate "roadblocks" before they become "stoppers."