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A.O. Smith Project Manager in United States
Project Manager
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Date: Jun 24, 2024
Location: Milwaukee, WI, US, 53224
Company: A. O. Smith Corporation
Company / Location Information
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A. O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.
Recently named one of Milwaukee’s Top Places to Work, we care about our associates and have programs in place to help our team members achieve their potential. When you join our team, you will receive rewards and recognition for your contributions, training, and professional development opportunities, as well as a variety of benefits to support you and your family's health, well-being, and financial future.
Primary Function
As the Project Manager, you will support the company as it integrates newly acquired organizations and implements improvements of existing initiatives within the existing business. You will assist in providing advice, managing projects, and facilitating meetings between key stakeholders or division leaders. The incumbent in this role will act as a consultant, facilitator, communicator, coach, and bridge builder for all business functions during a merger and acquisition, such as Supply Chain, Sales, Operations, IT, etc. This is a highly visible position who will report directly to the Director of Business Development.
Role Specific Responsibilities
Accountable for the creation and delivery of defined integration strategies, processes, and executional plans
Motivate and coordinate work between employees across numerous teams spanning multiple departments and locations
Partner with cross functional peers and other resources in Operations, IT, Finance, Human Resources, Sales, and Customer Service
Adapt and recalibrate project plans as situations change and evolve
Cultivate and develop positive working relationships with internal team members
Build relationships with members of the newly acquired businesses and gain their buy-in on integration plans
Provide guidance to teams with clear assignments, disciplined timelines, and other expectations for their role
Schedule and facilitate cadence of meetings to ensure projects are kept on track
Serve as the primary lead for project planning sessions and document roles and responsibilities coming out of planning sessions
Set and maintain project schedules while interacting with various departments within the organization
Analyze and report on project variances, project status, risks, or issues while identifying and acting on opportunities
Report and escalate challenges or delays to management as needed
Perform risk management to minimize project risks
Other duties may be assigned as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in business, operations or related field.
5+ years of Project Management experience.
Demonstrated experience in Project Management processes.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Products, SmartSheets, Gantt Charts and other PM Software.
Excellent client service, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrate strong emotional intelligence, ability to think critically and evaluate current processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Solid organizational skills, attention to details and multitasking skills a must.
Use and continually develop leadership skills.
Ability to handle confidential information.
PMP credentials, preferred.
Up to 50% travel
We Offer
Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance. This role is eligible for a remote work schedule of up to two days remote work per week. New employees are eligible to apply after successfully completing their initial 90 days of employment and training.
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