Company: CDK
Location: Hoffman Estates, IL
Posted on: November 09
Position SummaryAs a Senior Project Manager in our SaaS environment, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of projects tailored for the automotive industry. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that projects meet client needs, are completed on time, and align with our strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities: Project Planning & Execution: Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation. Lead project execution from initiation to closure, ensuring adherence to scope.
Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact and escalation for clients, internal stakeholders and third parties. Facilitate communication and manage expectations to ensure project alignment with business goals.
Team Leadership: Lead and mentor project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment. Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies. Proactively address issues that may impact project timelines or deliverables.
Performance Tracking: Monitor project progress using relevant metrics and tools. Provide regular status reports to stakeholders and adapt project plans as necessary to ensure successful delivery.
Quality Assurance: Ensure all project deliverables meet quality standards and client specifications. Implement best practices in project management and software development.
Develop Process, focusing on continuous improvement: Develop processes and identify process enhancements.
Backlog Management: Manage contract backlog to revenue goals. Claims contract lines in accordance with Sarbanes Oxley guidelines.
Qualifications & Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred. PMP or equivalent certification preferred. 5+ years of project management experience in a SaaS environment, preferably within the automotive industry. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a talent for building relationships cross-functionally at all levels. Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban). Proven experience and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, balance competing
CDK Global is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation packages are based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, certifications, and work location. The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus, benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans. We offer Medical, dental, and vision benefits in addition to:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401K Matching Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
At CDK, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential in inspiring meaningful connections to our people, customers and communities. We are open, curious and encourage different views, so that everyone can be their best selves and make an impact.
CDK is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workforce where everyone is valued. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, creed or religion, age, disability (including pregnancy), results of genetic testing, service in the military, veteran status or any other category protected by law.
Applicants for employment in the US must be authorized to work in the US. CDK may offer employer visa sponsorship to applicants.
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