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Leslie’s Pool Supplies is the “World’s Largest Retailer of Swimming Pool Supplies.” With over 1,000 retail stores in 39 states plus Pro, Service, E-Commerce, Production, and Distribution divisions, there are many career opportunities at Leslie’s. With over 60 years of providing the best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. We strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our team members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Leslie’s. 

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Strategic Business Partner to lead company-wide strategic initiatives and deliver impactful outcomes. The ideal candidate will have previous project management experience, experience working on large-scale organizational projects, and a strong ability to collaborate across departments and functions.

Within this role, you will focus on planning and delivering Leslie’s strategic imperatives to drive success for the organization. If you are a strategic thinker who thrives in fast-paced environments and has a passion for bringing innovative ideas to life, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

Lead Strategic Projects: Plan, communicate, and manage company-wide strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities. Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate efforts across departments to ensure smooth execution of projects and initiatives. Establish Governance Standards: Leverage PMO best practices to create and implement governance frameworks, project templates, and reporting systems. Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for key stakeholders, providing updates, managing expectations, and addressing challenges. Resource Management: Share recommendations for effective resource allocation, ensuring project teams are supported and deliverables are met on time and within budget. Risk and Issue Management: Identify potential risks, develop mitigation plans, and address roadblocks to maintain project momentum. Performance Reporting: Monitor and evaluate project progress, producing status reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership. Continuous Improvement: Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance project execution and alignment with strategic goals.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 1-2 years of cross departmental project management experience preferred Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid). Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or equivalent). Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with stakeholders and document requirements. Ability to approach problems from different angles and think critically about the best solutions. Strong focus on accuracy and detail when documenting requirements and processes.

Leslie's provides a robust benefits package, including:

Comprehensive medical, pharmacy, dental, & vision plan options Health savings account (with enrollment in the high deductible health plan option) Health & dependent care flexible spending accounts Company-paid basic life insurance Voluntary supplemental life insurance Company-paid short-term disability and long-term disability insurance Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) with company match Paid sick and bereavement leave 10 paid holidays, including a floating personal day Employee assistance and wellness programs Free onsite health clinic Hybrid work schedule Product discounts at Leslie’s Retail stores

Leslie’s recognizes a critical component to our continued success is our people. Leslie's is committed to developing and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within our company and the communities we serve. A key aspect of building a great team is valuing ideas from many viewpoints, which is why we place a priority on identifying and hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives.