Project Manager Jobs in Illinois

Job Title: Data warehouse Project Manager Company: Impact Solutions Consulting, Inc. Location: Chicago, IL Description: Large retail client is looking for an experienced Project Manager. The Project Manager must have strong Project Management experience and great communication skills. The Project Manager will be responsible for reporting status and issues to client management and client user group; leadership and coordinating blended teams of full time employees and external contractors through SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) process, and driving the project to target milestone dates. Ideally the Project Manager should have a technical understanding of Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing. Required Experience: Retail Industry Microsoft Project Software Expert a Must 5+ years of Project Management experience Strong experience managing multiple technical projects through the SDLC is required MS Office '07 - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. PMP certification is a plus 3-5 years of experience managing BI or Data Warehouse projects highly preferred df-lj

Job Title: Project Manager Financial Services Marketing Company: Sears Holdings Location: Hoffman Estates, IL Description: SHC is focused on growing the scope of its Financial Services organization as well as the associated product set. We are seeking a seasoned Project Manager to join the Program Management Office (PMO) within Financial Services. This highly visible position will report to the Director of the PMO. The Project Manager will be responsible for leading highly complex projects that generate revenue, enhance customer service, save costs and provide regulatory/contractual benefits. The role will also focus on process re-engineering as we continuously evaluate initiatives which have already been implemented.CountryUnited StatesResponsibilities/Skills/Experience RequirementsRESPONSIBILITIIES:•Responsible for delivery of strategic, cross-functional, high visible projects within time, cost, scope and quality defined boundaries, in accordance with the PMO's methodologies and disciplines•Manages complex interaction of multiple technical and business stakeholders that span multiple businesses, functions geographies within the company•Leads cross functional project teams to deliver solutions addressing customer requirements; defines milestones, resources & schedules. Creates project schedule, business cases, strategies, communication plan, tracking & reporting variables•Leads in implementing/applying standard processes for scope/change management, risk management, issue management, quality assurance and project communications•Facilitates, coordinates, and arbitrates cross-functional macro level topics, often including key business stakeholders and senior management•Communicates to all stakeholders on a timely basis, often including executive management•Ability to influence senior business and technology leaders•Employs program management processes, methodology and standards for project delivery•Supports project negotiation by providing subject matter expertise around retail banking and project lifecycle methodologies•Negotiates for appropriately skilled human resources for the project team•Builds and maintains high performance teams through own actions and direction provided to others•Ensures project closes effectively through production turnover, documentation of learning and provision of feedback on project resource performance•Performs all of the above independently and with limited supervisionREQUIREMENTS:•Minimum of 5 years project management experience •Previous track record that demonstrates the successful implementation of 3-5 large scale, cross functional, strategic initiatives•Strong leadership, interpersonal, influencing, negotiation, organization & communication skills•Ability to coordinate and manage across various business, store operations segments and technology disciplines•Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Visio •Credit or Financial Services experience preferred•Bachelors degree required, MBA, a plus•Project Management certification (e.g., PMP) preferred•Strong project management and analytical skills•Proven track record of managing large-scale programs•Strong communication and presentation skills•Proven leadership and people management skills. Must have talent for building organizations and managing them for results.•Superlative influencing skills. Must demonstrate capacity for navigating complex organizations and negotiating mutually beneficial solutions with business partners•In addition to being able to think and lead strategically, must be able to deploy tactics with a keen attention to detail•Knowledge of constructing business cases, strategies and presentations for senior management required•At least 3 years credit-related experience preferred•Consulting or customer-facing experience preferred•MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint Visio, ProjectRequisition ID73819BRPreferred Minimum EducationBachelors Level DegreeYears Experience5 - 10 Years ExperienceTravel RequirementsLimited (5-15%)

Job Title: Project Manager, Transition Planning Company: Sears Holdings Location: Hoffman Estates, IL Description: Responsible for ensuring timely execution of SHC strategies through effective project management of all re-merchandising processes including with advanced planning and budgeting.Due to the business complexity, the recommended tenure for this position is 18 months.CountryUnited StatesResponsibilities/Skills/Experience RequirementsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Cross-functionally coordinate merchants, inventory management, procurement, visual implementation, signing, loss prevention, finance, and store operations along with other key functional areas to ensure seamless execution of all re-merchandising processes.Responsible for participation in and management of special project initiatives, business initiatives, and seasonal and strategic resets for the assigned business units.Schedule and lead weekly transition meetings with cross functional team members and ensure that all facets of the transition follow the established timelines.Provide weekly milestone status updates to team members and senior leaders. Escalate any potential milestone date misses to appropriate business partners.Coordinate and manage all calendar activity for assigned business unit; including advanced planning (12 months out) thru in season requests.Accountable for accuracy of transition calendar on a week to week, month to month timeframe while partnering with Store Operations for payroll and resource planning accuracy to ensure that all budgets are adhered to.Support assigned business unit with key reporting metrics; such as, transition instocks, transition scorecards, lessons learned, etc.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED PERFORMING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Four year college degree or equivalent experience.5 years related Retail experience; 2 years experience in a supervisory role.Experience in large project management practices and associated project management tools.Ability to effectively manage projects and balance multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.Logical, analytical, organized thinker with strong attention to detail willing to question the status quo.Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills. Must be able to communicate complex issues and concepts simply in order to gain understanding, buy-in and support.Ability to influence all levels within a complex organization. Incumbent must be effective at working across the organization and be able to influence upward as well as downward in the organization.Requisition ID75715BRPreferred Minimum EducationBachelors Level DegreeYears Experience2 - 5 Years ExperienceTravel RequirementsOn Occasion (Less than 5%)

Job Title: Project Manager - Data Transformation Company: Redbox Automated Retail, LLC Location: Oakbrook Terrace, IL Description: Redbox Automated Retail, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Coinstar, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSTR), offers new release DVD through its network of conveniently located, self-service kiosks. Redbox is available at more than 15,000 locations nationwide, including select McDonalds restaurants, leading grocery and convenience stores, and Wal-Mart and Walgreens locations in select markets. For more information, visit www.redbox.com. Information about Coinstar can be found at www.coinstar.com. Project Manager  Data Transformation Temporary  End Date 12/31/2010 Position Purpose: Redbox is seeking a seasoned Project Manager with excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. The right candidate has the ability to work well in an extremely fast-paced environment, and has the desire to play a critical role in building data transformation solutions for the business. Redbox Project Managers are detail-oriented, passionate, and dedicated to leading, planning and executing technology projects that are delivered on time and with exceptional results. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: ? Lead project, release, and iteration planning meetings? Proactively manage scope, risk, quality, and resource concerns? Implement project controls appropriate to scope, risk, type of project, and according to our project management standards? Communicate project status, risk, milestones and issues? Manage multiple technology projects concurrently

Job Title: SAP Retail Project Manager (Cont Company: Grom Location: Chicago, IL Description: Position Title:SAP Retail Project Manager (Contract to Hire)Job Number: 9793Date Received:2010-02-01 00:00:00Location:Chicago, ILDuration:6 - 9 monthsStart Date:ASAP# of positions:1Description/ Required Experience:SAP Retail Project Manager needed on a 3 month contract to hire basis. Drive and schedule SAP Retail specific projects, create project plans, etc. Must have experience with SAP's retail solution. Experience with POSDM, Triversity, and BW would be a plus. Prior experience managing SAP projects, and interest in joining client full time as an employee after the contract period is a must.4+ years of SAP experience. At least 1 SAP Retail lproject.GROM Associates provides consulting services for Information Management Systems in a wide range of industries. GROM is a certified SAP National Implementation Partner that provides seasoned SAP Professionals to Fortune Register to View clients throughoutPlease submit your resume by clicking on the link below. By answering our questions you will enable us to find the best possible position for you.

Job Title: Project Manager, Transition Plan Company: Sears Holdings Location: Chicago, IL Description: Job Title Project Manager, Transition PlanningBusiness Supply Chain, Distribution & OperationsState/City IL Hoffman EstatesJob Description Responsible for ensuring timely execution of SHC strategies through effective project management of all re-merchandising processes including with advanced planning and budgeting.Due to the business complexity, the recommended tenure for this position is 18 months.Country United StatesResponsibilities/Skills/Experience Requirements ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Cross-functionally coordinate merchants, inventory management, procurement, visual implementation, signing, loss prevention, finance, and store operations along with other key functional areas to ensure seamless execution of all re-merchandising processes.Responsible for participation in and management of special project initiatives, business initiatives, and seasonal and strategic resets for the assigned business units.Schedule and lead weekly transition meetings with cross functional team members and ensure that all facets of the transition follow the established timelines.Provide weekly milestone status updates to team members and senior leaders. Escalate any potential milestone date misses to appropriate business partners.Coordinate and manage all calendar activity for assigned business unit; including advanced planning (12 months out) thru in season requests.Accountable for accuracy of transition calendar on a week to week, month to month timeframe while partnering with Store Operations for payroll and resource planning accuracy to ensure that all budgets are adhered to.Support assigned business unit with key reporting metrics; such as, transition instocks, transition scorecards, lessons learned, etc.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED PERFORMING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Four year college degree or equivalent experience.5 years related Retail experience; 2 years experience in a supervisory role.Experience in large project management practices and associated project management tools.Ability to effectively manage projects and balance multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.Logical, analytical, organized thinker with strong attention to detail willing to question the status quo.Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills. Must be able to communicate complex issues and concepts simply in order to gain understanding, buy-in and support.Ability to influence all levels within a complex organization. Incumbent must be effective at working across the organization and be able to influence upward as well as downward in the organization.Requisition ID 75715BRPreferred Minimum Education Bachelors Level DegreeYears Experience 2 - 5 Years ExperienceTravel Requirements On Occasion (Less than 5%)

Job Title: Project Manager, Process Improvement On-line Company: Sears Holdings Location: Hoffman Estates, IL Description: The Project Manager, Process Improvement is responsible to identify and lead initiatives to improve inventory management / supply chain processes for SHC. The incumbent will utilize process mapping and analysis and project management methodologies to implement initiatives that streamline, standardize and improve inventory management at SHC. This position will lead cross-functional teams and partner closely with all areas of the inventory management organization and associated enterprise organizations (e.g. merchandising, marketing, logistics, store operations, IT) in order to continuously improve processes and drive change. This position will report to the Director of Inventory Management Strategy and Process. Due to the complexity of the business the recommended tenure for this position is 18 months.CountryUnited StatesResponsibilities/Skills/Experience RequirementsResponsibilitiesCreate process flowcharts:• The incumbent must be able to apply process mapping methodologies. Mapping the as-is and end-state processes is key in communicating low and high-value added activities to the business, and helps the team identify process improvements. Partner with cross-functional team members: • Work collaboratively with individuals on all levels. The incumbent must be able to build and maintain high performance teams through their own actions, as well as direction they provide to others.Leadership through all phases of process improvement projects:• The incumbent must be able to build and align project teams focused on the end goal of serving our internal and external customers. They must possess a team oriented, customer centric leadership style, and be able to lead effective team meetings. Drive process improvement and change initiatives:• The incumbent must understand how to identify and implement needed process controls and metrics in order to ascertain the effectiveness of the process improvements initiatives. Additionally, they must be effective change agents driven to inspire and implement change.Partner with IT to help implement technology solutions for the business:• Bring together innovative process ideas with enabling technology.Document process standards for Inventory Management:• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the process mapping, process improvement, and process management methodologies. As lessons are learned, the incumbent must help refine and update the documented standards/tools used for inventory management. Skill/Experience Requirements• Lead people and projects effectively.• Logical, analytical, organized thinker willing to question the status quo.• Extensive knowledge of large project management practices and associated project management tools• Full proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, Visio and MS Project software• Ability to effectively manage projects and balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills. They must be able to communicate complex issues and concepts simply in order to gain understanding, buy-in and support• Ability to influence all levels within a complex organization. Incumbent must enjoy and be effective at working across the organization and be able to influence upward as well as downward in the organization.• High level of comfort in communicating with all levels of management• Experience and comfort in presenting to groups of individuals• A demonstrated capacity to work well within team environments, including experience in managing team dynamics and exerting influence without the benefit of possessing direct authority• Passion for learning and innovationYears Experience• 5-10 years overall work experience. Supply Chain / Retail experience a plus.• 2-5 years of process analysis, improvement and design and project management experience, preferably with IT implementation or consulting• 3 years of direct leadership/supervisory experience, preferably within a large organizationPreferred Minimum Education Bachelors Level Degree. Post-graduate degree in business or supply chain management a plus.Requisition ID76406BRPreferred Minimum EducationBachelors Level DegreeYears Experience5 - 10 Years ExperienceTravel RequirementsNone