Procurement IT Project Manager – Michael Page
Job Description
As the Procurement IT Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading IT projects related to procurement systems, processes, and technologies. You will play a key role in driving efficiency, optimizing procurement processes and implementing innovative solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, budgeting and monitoring of IT projects related to procurement systems, including software implementations, integrations, and enhancements
- Manage relationships with software vendors, consultants and service providers to ensure adherence to project scope, time lines and quality standards
- Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize potential impacts
- Develop and implement change management plans to facilitate user adoption of new systems and technologies
- Communicate project status, risks and issues to key stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with project goals Implement quality assurance processes to ensure systems meet functional requirements and user expectations
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement IT capabilities, streamline processes, and leverage emerging technologies
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT project management, with a focus on procurement systems, ERP systems or related technologies.
- Experience in consulting and/or change management a significant plus
- Proven track record of successfully managing end-to-end IT projects with extensive knowledge of agile and waterfall project management methodologies
- Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment and influence at all levels
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to priorities tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously