Program Manager

We need an experienced Senior Project Manager ready to take a step up or a Program Manager who wants to join a growing global organization. This is an opportunity for someone who has been there and done that to step up to the challenges of a fast-paced, innovative manufacturing environment. Someone who is looking to drive a diverse and highly skilled team of project managers.

Toronto, ON

Array

<p>Array is a leading global provider of end-to-end retail merchandising services.</p> <p>For over 35 years, we have been delivering innovation in point-of-purchase displays, self-service systems, retail fixtures and environments.</p> <p>Our clients benefit from our unparalleled range of in-house design, development and project management services; global manufacturing capabilities; comprehensive logistics and installation; complete follow-up services and our promise of continuous innovation.</p> <p>We have a robust, global operating footprint, serving customers across North America, Asia, Latin America and Europe.</p> <p>Using our unique knowledge of the retail industry and its customers, we play a critical role in developing and enhancing the in-store experience for the world&rsquo;s premier retailers and consumer product manufacturers.</p> https://arraymarketing.com/

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Mid Level

Overview: <p>Array is transforming. Every day we become a stronger global company. With over 1500 employees and exponential growth, we are redesigning how we better serve customers and scale our business. We are building on strength acquiring new businesses and talent to increase our capacity and capability to innovate and accelerate rapid growth.</p> <p>A leader in the retail display and in-store merchandising services industry, we work with top brands like Est&eacute;e Lauder, Sephora, Ulta Beauty and L&rsquo;Or&eacute;al to name just a few. Experts in our field with over 35 years of experience, we are leveraging our deep industry knowledge and design innovation to expand around the world.</p> <p>We are looking for critical thinkers who are meticulous about the small details, are intellectually curious, hard working and have a strong voice to help us steer towards the future and carry out our vision. Joining us now is a chance to lead our transformation, to make a mark and chart our future and your own career.</p> <p><strong>Who we need</strong></p> <p>Reporting to our Director, Project Management we are looking for a Program Manager to work with the top beauty brands and stores in Canada. This is an opportunity to work with multiple project teams, account managers, designers, engineering and production as you oversee the design, production and delivery of customized display units. We need someone who is ready to take charge, be proactive, manage every little detail and collaborate to ensure the highest quality product is ready to ship on time. You take pride in your work, care about delighting your end clients and know how to guide and lead up to 5 direct reports.</p> <p>We need an experienced Senior Project Manager ready to take a step up or a Program Manager who wants to join a growing global organization. This is an opportunity for someone who has been there and done that to step up to the challenges of a fast-paced, innovative manufacturing environment. Someone who is looking to drive a diverse and highly skilled team of project managers.</p> <p><strong>What&rsquo;s in it for you</strong></p> <ul> <li><em>Empowerment.</em>&nbsp;It&rsquo;s a step forward for someone with a few years of experience managing and leading product manufacturing products. This is an exciting opportunity to stay one step ahead of production and ensure the pace and quality is at its highest. This is a chance to autonomously make decisions and solve problems.</li> <li><em>Career development.</em>&nbsp;Array&nbsp;is at a pivotal point, gaining new clients and investing in people, systems and new technology to accelerate growth. As we build our teams, the opportunities for someone starting as a Project Manager includes a deep and rewarding career moving into a Director role or across into other teams from Account Management to Continuous Improvement.</li> </ul>
Responsibilities: <p><strong>What our new Program Manager will do:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Manage overall project operations. You will create, maintain and update the project plan and roadmap, establishing prioritization and work sequencing. You will monitor allocated resource time and utilization against actual deliverables progress and the impact on the overall project plan.</li> <li>Plan and execute. You will lead the project management activities and team; ensuring the right resources, equipment and information are being shared and transferred. You will break projects into doable actions, set timeframes and analyze risks and opportunities. You will ensure the project progresses on schedule and within the prescribed budget from concept to delivery.</li> <li>Lead and motivate the project team. You will oversee 4-5 project managers who run mid to large-scale manufacturing projects. You will identify required resources and assign individual project responsibilities. You will foster a highly collaborative environment and encourage open lines of communication by providing feedback and coaching to your assigned project members. You will oversee conflict resolution and escalate to your Director when needed.</li> <li>Collaborate across multiple teams. You will attend daily and weekly operations meetings. You will serve as a conduit of information to all parties including; clients, production, design and development, sales, logistics, project management, pre-production and finance.</li> <li>Client support. You will provide outstanding customer service and support the maintenance of effective client relations. You will work with vendors on packaging design and deliverables.</li> <li>Issue resolution. You will confer with project personnel and various subject matter experts to obtain technical advice and resolve challenges in an efficient manner.</li> <li>Reporting. You will prepare work plans, accurate summary sheets and production packages for each phase of the project. You will maintain accurate and up to date status reports and modify schedules or plans as required. You will prepare project reports for management, clients and others. You will update information on DataWeb and Industrios (Internal Project Management Software) in an accurate and timely manner.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <p><strong>The skills you bring:</strong></p> <ul> <li>The education. You have a university degree in Business Administration. PMP Certification is a plus.</li> <li>The experience. You have 5 years or more of project management experience in the manufacturing industry. You have: <ul> <li>A high attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work products. The ability to conduct evaluations, assessments, and analysis of new projects.</li> <li>A confident personality and the intelligence to make well-balanced decisions. You can prioritize and keep your eye on sizeable, concurrent deliverables.</li> <li>Insights into resource management, you know how to organize people and capitalize on their strengths. You can see opportunities for synergy and integration where others can&rsquo;t.</li> <li>Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and can give direction to cross-functional teams.</li> </ul> </li> <li>The drive. You can anticipate and troubleshoot challenges in production. You take the initiative to pursue solutions to difficult problems with rigorous logic and methods. You look beyond the obvious and don&rsquo;t stop at the first answers. You&rsquo;ve never met a deadline you can&rsquo;t meet. You can manage client expectations and plan out the detailed steps for solution development and implementation.</li> <li>The technical skills. You have expertise in MS Office Suite, order processing systems and project management tools. You learn new technologies easily.</li> <li>The communication abilities. You are well spoken and can compose clear, concise business documents efficiently. You can effectively present information in one-on-one situations to customers, clients, and other employees in the organization. You have the confidence to take a stand, defend your decision and hear the opposition. You are naturally looked to for direction in a crisis and you are comfortable facing adversity head on.</li> <li>The flexibility. You are a team player ready to jump in whenever and wherever needed. You take a collaborative approach to your work and yet you thrive in an autonomous role. You have a valid passport and can travel up to 20% throughout Canada and the US.</li> </ul> <p><strong>The Array way.</strong></p> <p>Whether you are working in the engineering department in Long Island, the design studio in Toronto or around the world on the manufacturing floor, Array is a place that invests in our people and recognizes their success. We believe in open, honest communication and the input of all of our employees.</p> <p>At Array, we foster a culture of mutual respect, innovation, collaboration and pride. From encouraging calculated risks that lead to innovation to providing access to education, on-site learning and the best technology and materials, we promise to provide a safe, creative, ethical and nurturing environment to build a dynamic career.</p> <p><strong>Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment</strong></p> <p>Array is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.</p>