Project Manager (IT) - Auto Replenishment

SUPERVALU is a premier food and drug retail powerhouse with world-class supply chain and support services. We are the nation’s third largest grocery provider, with a diversified portfolio of regional retail banners, locally managed and branded, spanning the nation, coast-to-coast and border-to border. As the largest food distributor to retail stores in the United States, we also provide a robust suite of supply chain services to serve both our own retail banners and thousands of independent retailers.

Combined, SUPERVALU’s two lines of business provide a wealth of diverse opportunities to grow and to contribute to a thriving enterprise

Our Philosophy:

Ongoing pursuit of excellence is a way of life at SUPERVALU and a key to our success. To achieve excellence, we seek associates who will contribute innovative business solutions. We embrace change and welcome others who do.

Our employees are as diverse as our opportunities - representing all ages, backgrounds and parts of the country. What they have in common is: talent, passion, sense of urgency, focus, standards, integrity - and an unsurpassed customer orientation. They form the foundation of our SUPERVALU Advantage - the key to our continuing success.

Title:  Project Manager (IT) - Auto Replenishment

PURPOSE

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for day-to-day management and execution of multiple projects through the project lifecycle. The PM is responsible to define and deliver within the agreed budget, scope and timelines and manages issues and risks through the project lifecycle. The PM is responsible for articulating project status and managing expectations. The PM will work collaboratively with functional business areas to achieve agreed project objectives, milestones and deliverables and ensure implemented solutions are of quality. The PM can be assigned to assist in advising / coaching the work of Project Leader / Sr. Project Leader team members. This role should seek to contribute to improvements for the Project Management Discipline.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES

•    Creates and executes project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
•    Identifies resources needed and assigns individual responsibilities.
•    Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope.
•    Reviews deliverables prepared by team before passing to customer.
•    Effectively applies project methodology and enforces project standards.
•    Prepares for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.
•    Minimizes exposure and risk on project and ensures appropriately action.
•    Manages, resolves and escalates, as appropriate, issues to ensure high quality deliverables
•    Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
•    Manages project budget and tracks team hours and expenses.
•    Determines appropriate revenue recognition, ensures timely and accurate invoicing, and monitors receivables for project.
•    Analyzes project profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates and utilization

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education, Certification, and Relevant Experience:

•    Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related discipline or;
•    6-8 years relevant work experience

•    Previous implementation of planning and replenishment systems and tools
•    Preferred experience in Oracle Retail (Retek) modules SIM, RMS, ReIM, RIB
•    Proven knowledge and understanding of inventory management concepts and systems
•    Strong knowledge of replenishment and forecasting strategies
•    3 years experience in Supply Chain Solutions
•    2 years experience in procurement, demand planning and continuous replenishment
•    3 years experience in the Grocery Retail industry
•    Preferred work experience in project management
•    Preferred PMP certification
•    Ability to handle multiple assignments/projects concurrently
•    Ability to follow a project methodology
•    Demonstrates strong public speaking and presentation skills
•    Clearly demonstrates functional/technical expertise or people coaching/mentoring abilities
•    Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong customer focus and demonstrated ability to work in geographically dispersed teams
•    Ability to manage competing priorities
•    Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications



The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the associate(s) in this job. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary by position. 
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