Sunday, 8 July 2012

senior project manager, B2B/EDI Solutions, Global Technology

Details: Job Summary and MissionThis position contributes to Starbucks success by driving execution and delivery of large or highly complex information technology projects in accordance with business specificities & technology requirements. As an Information Technology leader, this role models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.Summary of Key ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:Owns and drives successful execution and delivery of technology solutions implementation.Influences operational and executive leadership within the business areas to create and maintain alignment around the project business objectives, measurable benefits, success criteria, scope, and constrains impacting project delivery.  Negotiates across multiple functions to resolve project conflicts and competing priorities.Communicate state of the project to executive leadership.  Drive project execution and delivery according to business needs and requirements. Work in close partnership with IT directors and teams to deliver technology platforms to the business.Assesses project health and directs any necessary corrective measures.  Creatively apply project management processes to address unique situations; Assess project status and direct corrective measures to ensure project success including escalation and visibility to Senior Leadership when appropriate.Clarifies and applies triple constraint priorities to project oversight and control.  Aligns scorecard metrics to triple constraint priorities. Evaluates and manages project change impacts.Creates comprehensive project plans; detailing project schedule, resource estimates, quality requirements and metrics, and organizational change management activities.  Ensures completion of all steps required to obtain project funding and resource acquisition approval.Defines and documents project work breakdowns, monitors task, status, updates work estimates and incorporates new tasks into plan as needed.Determines project governance and decision making structure. Establishes project roles and responsibilities and provides team members with clear direction. Develops and actively manages project schedule, resources, and budget. Manages resource gaps and acquisitions, engaging third party suppliers for outsourced services as needed.  Tracks and reports monthly budget accruals and variances.Drives the selection and application of project management and systems development life cycles for projects, ensuring adjustment for specific project requirements.  Directs completion of applicable lifecycle deliverables in compliance with established company standards, practices and policies.

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