What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Team - Project Manager position at The Friedkin Group?
External Description:
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A Day In The Life
The Project Manager under the leadership of the Vice President of Product, Risk and Underwriting, is involved in all phases of GSFSGroup product project initiative from obtaining requirements, training, and project scope. A Project Manager will 1) Define and prioritize enterprise product project requirements, 2) Develop time estimates and project plans, 3) Develop, monitor and coordinate project activities, such as scheduling, tracking and reporting, 4) Ensure a clear understanding of business requirements, 5) Coordinate and support the project team, 6) Communicate with customers and outside partners to ensure priorities are handled properly, and 6) Support and help advance the enterprise project management process. 7) Effective use of project management software tools to manage and track multiple project portfolios. The Project Manager will take action to enhance cross-functional coordination and expand internal and external communications within GSFS, TFG, GST and outside entities to manage the project team resources.
As a Project Manager - Product you will:
What We Need From You
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of the job, the associate is required on a daily basis to analyze and interpret data, communicate, and remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the work day and frequently access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The associate is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The associate must frequently move up to 10 pounds and occasionally move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
Travel Requirements
Join Us
The Friedkin Group and its affiliates are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us at TalentAcquisition@friedkin.com. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.
We are seeking candidates legally authorized to work in the United States, without Sponsorship.
Living Our Values
All associates are guided by Our Values. Our Values are the unifying foundation of our companies. We strive to ensure that every decision we make and every action we take demonstrates Our Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates lasting benefits for all of our associates, shareholders, and the communities in which we live.
Why Join Us?
All associates are guided by Our Values. Our Values are the unifying foundation of our companies. We strive to ensure that every decision we make and every action we take demonstrates Our Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates lasting benefits for all of our associates, shareholders, and the communities in which we live.
Why Join Us?
- Career Growth: Advance your career with opportunities for leadership and personal development.
- Culture of Excellence: Be part of a supportive team that values your input and encourages innovation.
- Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that looks after both your professional and personal needs.
Total Rewards
Our Total Rewards package underscores our commitment to recognizing your contributions. We offer a competitive and fair compensation structure that includes base pay and performance-based rewards. Compensation is based on skill set, experience, qualifications, and job-related requirements. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, retirement plans, and generous paid leave. Discover more about what we offer by visiting our Benefits page.
A Day In The Life
The Project Manager under the leadership of the Vice President of Product, Risk and Underwriting, is involved in all phases of GSFSGroup product project initiative from obtaining requirements, training, and project scope. A Project Manager will 1) Define and prioritize enterprise product project requirements, 2) Develop time estimates and project plans, 3) Develop, monitor and coordinate project activities, such as scheduling, tracking and reporting, 4) Ensure a clear understanding of business requirements, 5) Coordinate and support the project team, 6) Communicate with customers and outside partners to ensure priorities are handled properly, and 6) Support and help advance the enterprise project management process. 7) Effective use of project management software tools to manage and track multiple project portfolios. The Project Manager will take action to enhance cross-functional coordination and expand internal and external communications within GSFS, TFG, GST and outside entities to manage the project team resources.
As a Project Manager - Product you will:
- Project Initiation: Lead and manage project team resources by providing direction, oversight, and coaching. Confirm/understand justifiable reason(s) to begin/continue project to ensure alignment with objectives/benefits. Understand / articulate the objectives/scope/approach of entire project. Question/escalate where appropriate. Identify/clarify and gain buy in to project team roles/responsibilities. What is expected of team. Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet current/changing needs/requirements. Tailor the project/methodology to project/enterprise environment, size, complexity, importance, capabilities, and risk.
- Project Management: Manage multiple projects at a time successfully. Ability to multi-task between various projects. Effectively communicate relevant project information to supervisor and customers. Understand how to communicate difficult/sensitive information in a timely and tactful manner. Manage projects by stages (where possible) to ensure monitored/controlled to ensure expectations/value. Hold project team resources and customer accountable to “agreed to” project plan. Review / evaluate team deliverables before passing to customer(s). Ensure documents are complete and stored appropriately. Constantly evaluate project, timeline, and results to ensure project is accountable to expectations. Ensure project execution meets stage/gate goals so that each stage is tracking to the expected outcome and delivery date. Keep project team well informed of any changes, executive/customer feedback, and general corporate news. Effectively and efficiently track/resolve problems/challenges associated with the project and escalate when necessary. Identify, track and minimize exposure and risk on project. Ensure risk mitigation plans are “fit for purpose” and in place. Conduct regular/active meetings with team to monitor progress and ensure successful outcomes.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify and document “additional” improvement opportunities. Keep track of lessons learned and share with team. Actively identify/record/learn/act based on previous experience(s) to improve process/results/cycle time / etc.
- Customer Relationship Mgmt Develop and maintain strong relationships with key Business Unit associates and decision makers Manage day-to-day customer interaction. Set and manage customer expectations. Responsible for proactive communications to customer and for customer satisfaction, including supplier performance monitoring/reporting
What We Need From You
- Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university (degrees in Business and/or Finance/Mathmatics will be given preference) Req
- 4-6 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Required
- 1-3 years Project Management experience Required
- Experience with projects of moderate to high complexity and in multiple technologies and functions Required
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the systems development life cycle and PM life cycle.
- Ability to apply common sense.
- Is customer focused.
- Must have strong leadership and project management skills
- Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in project planning and life cycle development.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to drive change
- Leadership Skills • Able to manage meetings effectively and facilitate planning sessions to achieve quick, high-quality results. • Have strong influence, management, negotiation, leadership, and assertiveness skills. • Able to work independently and motivate self and team throughout the project lifecycle.
- Portfolio Management Professional (PMP) or successful completion of a recognized project management curriculum or equivalent Preferred
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of the job, the associate is required on a daily basis to analyze and interpret data, communicate, and remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the work day and frequently access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The associate is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The associate must frequently move up to 10 pounds and occasionally move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
- Extreme cold - Rarely
- Extreme heat - Rarely
- Humidity - Rarely
- Wet - Rarely
- Noise - Occasionally
- Hazards - Rarely
- Temperature Change - Rarely
- Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely
- Vibration - Rarely
Travel Requirements
- 10% Periodic travel may be required
Join Us
The Friedkin Group and its affiliates are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us at TalentAcquisition@friedkin.com. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.
We are seeking candidates legally authorized to work in the United States, without Sponsorship.
