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Job Summary:
Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is currently seeking a PMO Analyst II who is analytical, willing to learn, and demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. In this role, you will be asked to collaborate with project team members to gather, analyze, and monitor project data, prepare and consolidate project reports, assist with documentation, and manage program communications.
You will need to thrive and deliver results in an agile, ambiguous, fast-paced, dynamic business environment, operating across all levels of the organization. You will be expected to effectively prioritize multiple project management activities, manage risks, communicate, and deliver results in a systematic manner using project management tools and methodologies. Ability to leverage available technology, propose improvements based on customer requirements, and analyze data will be critical to this role.
Success in this role will include creating and implementing robust planning, prioritization, execution, and sustainment mechanisms. You will need to iterate and develop new processes, leveraging the best and creating the rest. High judgement, ability to influence, exceptional written and verbal communication skills, developing a clear cadence, and execution are essential to success in this role. You will foster a culture of continuous improvement, providing thought leadership to and influencing change at all levels in the organization.
Essential Duties:
- Review and analyze project data and work with teams to resolve any issues
- Assist in documenting and managing PMO processes
- Assist PMs and team leads and consolidate project status reports for management review
- Setup and organize weekly meetings
- On-board and train new resources on PMO processes and expectations
- Develop and manage cross program communications
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:
- To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees’, wearing PPE is a possibility and includes equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. Respirator fit test will be required based on functional area.
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
Qualifications:Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Education:
- Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field. Relevant work experience may substitute for required education.
- Preferred: None
Essential Qualifications:
- 3 years of experience as a PMO analyst, or a similar role
- Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbally) with both technical and non-technical parties
- Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
- Working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and Project Management tools
- Highly organized, exceptional time management and task prioritization abilities
- Flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations
- Organized with a natural inclination for planning strategy and tactics
- Comfortable managing multiple tasks on tight timelines
- Strong Program coordination and administration abilities
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work well under pressure
- Maintain Program SharePoint site
- Proactively manage issues, risks, and scope changes and escalate as needed in a timely manner
Preferred Qualifications:
- Relevant and successful project management and/or consulting experience as PMO analyst working in a fast-paced, global, and dynamic organization
- Understanding of project management methods, tools, and techniques
- Experience working in different time zones and virtually collaborating with teams
- Has a passion for Project / Program / Portfolio Management
- Experience with online collaboration and facilitation tools
Physical Demands:
Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)
- Sit: 40%
- Walk: 30%
- Stand: 20%
- Lift: 10%
Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%), Continuous (67-100%)
- Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
- Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
- Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
- Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required
- Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options to include family planning, mental health, and pet insurance
- Employee assistance programs that support total well-being with complimentary session offered each and every month
- Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program that starts immediately from date of enrollment
- Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
- Simplified access to self-guided and representative-supported short and long-term financial wellness and retirement planning
- Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and associated employee resource groups that promote representation and belonging
- Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs opportunities at all levels across the organization
- Collaborative and motivating culture routed in continuous personal and professional growth and much more.
Panasonic Energy of North America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
