Project Manager - Rockford, United States - Wolverine Worldwide

Description

Summary
Wolverine Worldwide is a global marketer of branded footwear, apparel, and accessories.

With an established global footprint that spans approximately 200 countries and territories, as well as a rock-solid infrastructure, Wolverine Worldwide is dedicated to advancing the following brands that comprise the ever-expanding portfolio: Bates, Chaco, Cat Footwear, Harley Davidson Footwear, Merrell, Saucony, Sweaty Betty and Wolverine.

Wolverine Worldwide's continued success is driven by our ability to stay true to our simple mission:
we empower, engage and inspire our consumers – every step of the way.

The Project Manager coordinates all aspects of major corporate projects and facilitates project decision-making that is rooted in an understanding of WWW's corporate goals and strategies.

Coordinating simultaneous projects, partnership with all levels of the organization, and independent thinking are all necessary for success. General responsibilities will include project definition and planning, progress tracking (including budgets), problem resolution and project implementation.

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Job Description
Coordinates and actively participates in all aspects of project leadership, including

scope and requirements definition, solution evaluation, vendor selection, resource planning, development of milestone schedules and key decision points, and communication planning and execution.

Owns leading entire projects and is accountable on a per-project basis to Project Sponsors, Business Owners, or other Senior Leadership Team members.

Functions as a strategic consultant on projects; performs contingency planning and advises project stakeholders on observed risks, issues, or concerns.

Responsible for all aspects of progress tracking including detailed project plans, scope management, risk/issue identification and resolution, project budget oversight, and status reporting.

Leverages proven methods, processes, templates, and techniques to complete tasks.
Provides mentorship to corporate stakeholders on project management methods and practices. Maintains basic project management templates for use by lay project managers.
Assumes a lead role in process mapping exercises for the purpose of process improvement or problem identification and resolution.
Maintains technical and business proficiency through formal education and work assignments.
Performs duties consistent with the company's AAP/EEO goals and policies.
Performs other duties as required/assigned by manager.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Bachelor's degree (or its foreign equivalent) in a Business discipline, Information Systems or related field or equivalent work experience; MBA a plus
2-7 years' project management experience, including multi-disciplinary project leadership
IT project management experience strongly preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification a plus
Ability to lead others in formal and informal structures, including highly matrixed environments and ability to lead up
Ability to operate as part of a team
Strong verbal and written communication, analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all organizational levels both internally and externally
Ability to perform effectively in a rapidly changing environment
Working Conditions
Wolverine Worldwide has a flexible, hybrid work schedule, with three days in office and two days remote.
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer.

We aim to create equal opportunities for our associates, customers, and suppliers regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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