What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager- Onsite position at Shopko Optical?
For over 40 years, Shopko Optical has been delivering high-quality products and services by combining state-of-the-art technology, exceptional eye care, and hometown Midwestern values to improve the sight and lives of our patients. As we expand, we are continually looking for innovative and motivated people to join in Shopko Optical’s growth and success.
As part of the corporate team, headquartered in Green Bay, WI, you will have the opportunity to support our optical centers and the communities we serve through a variety of roles including finance, marketing, human resources, merchandising, information technology, real estate, and more.
We offer a competitive benefit package including medical, dental and vision plans as well as disability coverage, 401k, and paid time off, including volunteer time.
Our teammates have opportunities for professional development that promotes our company values to ensure we continually deliver great care to our patients, our customers, and each other.
Green Bay Shopko Optical Corporate Office- Onsite role
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for planning, overseeing and leading projects from formulation to completion. Set deadlines, assign responsibilities, monitor, and summarize project progression. Interact with a range of internal and external stakeholders and manage several projects simultaneously. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget and with the intended project goals.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
PROJECT ORGANIZATION & EXECUTION
- Lead project planning sessions
- Define main objectives of the project, its purpose, and its scope
- Collaborate with cross functional partners on companywide initiatives
- Facilitate relationships between teams, move process forward, find resources, predict roadblocks, suggest solutions, and rework schedules
- Manage changes to project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
- Manage escalated situations as proactively as possible, involving management as needed
- Provide technical and leadership guidance and direction to ensure proper, timely completion of projects
- Develop executive level reviews and presentations. Able to present and communicate as needed
- Manage new product launch process
- Serve as liaison to cross-functional teams internally and externally at both corporate level and retail/lab level to ensure organizational goals are met
VENDOR PARTNERSHIP
- Maintain collaborative partnerships internally and externally and negotiate effectively with third parties/vendors
- Establish open communication lines to ensure third parties/vendors are aligned with company objectives
- Monitor supplier quality and delivery performance and develop improvement strategies to ensure business needs are met
- Review work of third parties/vendors to close contracts and pay invoices
- Understand industry changes and assess impact to Fielmann USA
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in business management or equivalent work experience
- 5 years of results-oriented project management experience for multi-site retail, retail optical or big box chain
- Multi-site retail, retail optical, or big box chain preferred
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or Lean Six Sigma certification preferred but not required
- Experience in strategic planning, operations, and change management
- Supervisory and management experience exhibiting strong leadership skills
- Strong organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
- Strong interpersonal skills to flourish in a matrix environment
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Strong analytical skills, financial aptitude, and business acumen
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of programs
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communication
- Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
- Able to operate various office equipment (e.g., personal computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.)
- Able to lift 10 to 20 pounds
- Able to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlines
- Able to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal development
