Project Manager

Description
Summary
A supply chain customer has an exciting opportunity in our Information Technology group. They are looking for an expert level Project Management Specialist to manage alongside an internal project manager leading a complex multi-business unit technology transformation within our Transportation product line. This key role will lead an implementation managing firm deadlines and budget. The candidate will interact heavily with experience level business stakeholders and many groups within IT. This role leads, measures, and reports on key activities of the project implementation to ensure a successful implementation.
Responsibilities
Understand technology program requirements with focus on S&OP and Supply Chain Management implementations and apply project management principles to drive to results.
Develop detailed project plans following hybrid methodologies and manage all implementation processes including resource allocation, progress tracking, monitoring change control process, testing, documentation, training, and on-time delivery within budget constraints.
Build and maintain active, collaborative relationships with all levels of resources to understand and address program challenges.
Support the Sr. Manager in managing IT partner solution delivery relationships.
Coordinate sub-projects while meeting overall scope, schedule, and budget requirements. Ensure adherence to the Office of Technology Delivery Framework.
Apply implementation expertise and knowledge, work alongside and support a strong functional and technical team to meet program deliverables.
Lead and contribute to development of the customer's objectives and principles to achieve goals in a creative and effective way.
Drive resolution of project obstacles; exercise judgment based on analysis of multiple sources.
Lead the tracking and management of project risks and issues.
Understand the project budget components and tracking mechanisms.
Provide leadership in dashboard metric definition, collection and publication.
Support the teams in providing data-driven and comprehensive status reports.
Mentor and coach less experienced project managers.
Evaluate delivery methodology and identifying needed areas of change.
Occasionally work non-traditional work hours.
Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
Skills
Transportation/Supply Chain, status report, Product Teams, agriculture, Project management, Stakeholder management, Implementation, sap
Top Skills Details
Transportation/Supply Chain,status report,Product Teams,agriculture,Project management,Stakeholder management,Implementation
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications (required)
Must have a proven track record of directly overseeing from start to finish a minimum of two (2) technology implementations within S&OP and/or Supply Chain Management with a team of over ten (10) resources and a budget of over USD $2 million.
10+ years of related experience through professional services consulting and/or project/program management as an IT program/project manager involving large, complex technology implementation projects with multi-million-dollar budgets to include:
o Experience working with program management and project management metrics across scope, schedule, and budget.
o Experience in a corporate environment especially in a matrixed, multi-business unit domain company.
o Experience in enterprise level infrastructure implementation and business support, including a broad understanding of IT infrastructure programs and projects with large, global implementations including:
Experience in and familiarity with information security and infrastructure.
Experience in and working understanding of multiple ERPs with a complex application portfolio in a large architecture footprint.
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology Management, Project Management or related field (or equivalent years of experience, education and training.
Additional Qualifications (desired)
PMI PMP Certification.
Change Management Practitioner.
Certified Scrum Master (CSM).
Experience in working with 3rd party vendors. Indirect management of strong-matrix project teams or product teams consisting of full-time and contracted resources.
Keen understanding of multiple leadership, communication, and thinking styles
Possesses ambition and drive to make an impact.
Understands how to influence change without direct control within a decentralized business unit culture.
Ability to work in an ambiguous environment as new IT models, technologies and processes a
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Inver Grove Heights, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $115.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 11, 2026.
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We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

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We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.