Dept: 404450 

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Maryville, Tennessee

Job Type: Full-Time

About Us: We are seeking a dynamic and skilled Project Manager to join our team and drive our projects to success. These projects are primarily supply chain-based projects but also include IT projects of all sorts with the primary emphasis being placed on applications.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Utilize Jira for project tracking, task management, and team collaboration. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with business goals. Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation. Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies. Communicate project status, updates, and issues to stakeholders and senior management. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in the automotive industry with an Associate’s degree (2-year degree) in a relevant field.
OR Minimum 2 years of experience in project management, preferably in the automotive industry. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
OR At least 1 year of experience with automotive production control systems, exposure to project management and a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. 
  Additional Qualifications Proficiency in Jira. Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, demanding environment. Beneficial Experience Participation in project management courses. PMP (Project Management Professional), Scrum Master certification or Jira certification. Experience working within a PMO.

Soft Skills:

Communication Skills: The ability to clearly convey information and ideas to team members, stakeholders, and clients. Leadership: Inspiring and motivating team members to achieve project goals. Problem-Solving: Identifying issues and finding effective solutions promptly. Time Management: Efficiently managing time and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines. Adaptability: Being flexible and open to change in a dynamic work environment. Conflict Resolution: Handling disputes and disagreements in a constructive manner. Team Collaboration: Working effectively with others to achieve common goals. Emotional Intelligence: Understanding and managing one's own emotions, as well as empathizing with others.

Benefits Summary:

Health, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans  Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance  Flexible Spending Account  Employee Assistance Program  401K with 4% company match  Bonus Program  Wellness Program  Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location) Tuition Reimbursement  Career Development and Ongoing Training  Paid holidays and vacation   Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)  Volunteer opportunities  Employee recognition (employee and milestone events) 

 Annual Salary: $90,000-$113,000