Merchandise, PMO **Overall Job Summary** This position is responsible for leading the Project Management Office (PMO) for the merchandising organization. This role ensures that all merchandising projects are executed efficiently, on time, and within budget. This role is also responsible for organizing activities, processes, people, tasks, and deadlines to ensure successful completion of larger organizational goals and strategies. This position coordinates efforts across stakeholders and between different projects. They lead the overall program with strong attention efficiencies, accountability, implementation, and delegation to ensure the program stays aligned with the strategy. This position is responsible for tracking expense and reporting on capital allocation status and projections. Must work closely with project sponsor, cross-functional teams, and assigned project managers to plan and develop project charter, scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for new initiatives. Manage programs for optimal return-on-investment, and coordinate and delegate cross-functional initiatives. Work with other project managers to identify risks and opportunities across the organization. The incumbent will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to conceptualize, investigate, develop and document functional specifications, programs and business processes, to ensure the highest possible level of execution. Analyze, evaluate, mitigate program risks, and produce program status reports for management and stakeholders. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)** 1. Establish and manage the Merchandising PMO, including setting standards, processes, and tools for effective and efficient project management. 2. Develop and maintain the entire project request process from project intake, approval, prioritization, and PM assignment. 3. Develop and maintain a centralized source of truth for all project status reporting and communicate any issues, risks, and key decisions with key stakeholders. 4. Provide dedicated project management support for large scale, cross-functional initiatives. 5. Organize and manage activities based on the goals of the program. 6. Work cross-functionally to develop budgets and plans for approved initiatives. 7. Monitor projects, tasks, and deadlines to ensure goals are met. 8. Plan the overall project’s critical path and monitor progress to make sure that milestones are being met. 9. Communicate regularly with initiative sponsors and stakeholders. 10. Set program controls, governance, and standards. 11. Meet with Business Partners, stakeholders, Project Managers, and vendor partners to determine project scope and vision, identify processes, set goals, and lead prioritization and execution. 12. Establish and maintain strong working relationships with large variety of internal team members at all levels, as well as external vendors and labor providers to fully understand business processes, challenges, and anticipate needs **Required Qualifications** 6+ years combined experience in program management, project management, administration, or related experience. Prefer experience in merchandising disciplines as well as with PowerBI reporting. Position requires proficient computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office Suite, and knowledge of program or project management applications. Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business, project management or related field; Master’s degree in business or related field is preferred. Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered. **Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities** • This role requires a broad understanding of organizational processes • Strong leadership and managerial skills with appropriate experience • Ability to schedule and manage tasks effectively • Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills • Risk management & mitigation • Proficient and effective written and verbal communication skills • Teamwork and ability to motivate • Organizational and multitasking skills • Ability to work with a wide range of individuals at all levels • They need a strong knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures. • Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Business Objects, and PowerBI **Working Conditions** + Normal office working conditions + Occasional travel required **Physical Requirements** + Sitting + Standing (not walking) + Walking + Kneeling/Stooping/Bending + Driving a vehicle + Reaching overhead + Lifting up to 20 pounds **Disclaimer** _This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. 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