IT Senior Project Manager - Lisle, United States - Navistar
Description
Position Overview
Navistar Financial Corporation (NFC) is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our IT team at our World Headquarters in Lisle, IL.
This person will lead cross-functional teams focused on delivery of NFC IT projects by planning and coordinating all aspects of information system-specific projects from initiation to delivery.
Work involves understanding the high level objectives and detailed scope of the project and how they fit into overall NFC business goals.
The Project Manager will then partner with our NFC Business and IT teams to plan and deliver the requisite new features and capabilities to achieve the business objectives.
Projects may vary in number, size and complexity. Reports to NFC IT Program Manager.Responsibilities
Develop and manage project plans, budgets, and resource plans
Delivery of assigned projects on-time and within budget
Manage project team's work (IT and vendor personnel)- ensuring they are completing their assigned tasks within the established timeframes
Adhere to IT Project Governance processes as set forth by the Navistar IT PMO
Create and maintain required project management documentation
Ensure projects remain in alignment with business objectives
Create, edit, and maintain electronic and written communications
Coordinate project activities and participate in project meetings with matrix partners and staff
Maintain and track meeting minutes
Identify opportunities to improve NFC results, communications, and operating efficiencies
Take a broad perspective to identify solutions- both individually and collectively with the project team
Exercise sound judgment in selecting best methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
Train, guide, and mentor other professionals or colleagues with less experience
Develop and maintain strong relationships with both NFC Business and other IT professionals
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree
At least 8 years of information technology project management experience
At least 1 year of lead experience
OR
Master's degree
At least 6 years of information technology project management experience
At least 1 year of lead experience
OR
At least 10 years of information technology project management experience
At least 1 year of lead experience
Additional Requirements
Qualified candidates, excluding current Navistar employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States.
Desired Skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as within a team environment
Works effectively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities
Ability to execute highly complex or specialized projects; adapts precedent and may make significant departures from traditional approaches to develop solutions
Demonstrated good decision-making capability- must be able to manage both delicate and difficult situations as they arise.
A "go-getter" mentality- the ideal candidate will be proactive about managing their projects, learning the various NFC IT systems and how they support business processes, and not be afraid to ask for help from their supervisor or others
Demonstrated leadership capabilities- be able to rally a team and its various personalities to accomplish project objectives
An innovation mindset- if you see a better way to do something, suggest it
Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands
Strong interpersonal and follow-through skills- be able to people both inside and outside the project team to achieve project or organizational objectives
Consistent focus on accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills (including executive leadership)
Ability to take the initiative and make decisions
Positive attitude
Respect for confidential information; good judgment
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Dedicated and hard-working
Project Management Professional (PMP) and Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent credentials
Experience working for Captive Finance companies, Financial Services companies, or Banks
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Teams, and SharePoint
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Project
Experience with Azure DevOps, JIRA, or other Agile tool
Company Overview
Navistar, Inc.
("Navistar") is a purpose-driven company, reimagining how to deliver what matters to create more cohesive relationships, build higher-performing teams and find solutions where others don't.
Based in Lisle, Illinois, Navistar or its subsidiaries and affiliates produce International brand commercial trucks and engines, IC Bus brand school and commercial buses, all-makes OnCommand Connection advanced connectivity services, and Fleetrite, ReNEWeD and Diamond Advantage brand aftermarket parts.
With a history of innovation dating back to 1831, Navistar has more than 14,500 employees worldwide and is part of TRATON SE, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry.
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Navistar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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