Job Description

Summary:
The main function of a non-IT project manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems and product roll-out, etc or any other non-IT based project.

Job Responsibilities:
• Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
• Present and explain proposals, reports and findings to clients.
• Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• Analyze technology, resource needs and market demand, to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
• Confer with management, production and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.
• Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates.

Skills:
• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc.

Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
• PMI or PMP certification preferred.
• 5-7 years experience required.

Job Requirements

• Years of Experience Required – 7-10+ years
• Degrees or certifications required – none needed, PMP certified a plus
• Disqualifiers – no product launch experience, go to market launch experience
• Best vs. Average – project management experience, experience working with original OEM and ODM partners, device manufacturers device distributors
• Performance Indicators – meeting deadlines, quality of work, feedback from others

1) Project management experience (7 – 10+ years)
2) GTM (go to market) experience (7-10+ years)
3) Experience with high organization with product launch and support (7 – 10+ years)

Typical Day in the Role

• Typical task breakdown and operating rhythm – 40% pm work individual work, 40% direct across stakeholders, 20% admin, cross functional
• Interaction level with sponsor/team – high
• Chance for extension later? – unsure
• Expected working hours – 40 HRs, Mon - Fri
• Location Requirements & EC Details – Remote

Duration

6/30/2024

Desired Start Date

11/7/2023

Hours Per Week

40

Candidate Value Proposition

• What makes this role interesting? -
having product launch and experience at msft, understanding how they operate and what it takes to successfully launch product or solution

I am currently located in the United States.

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