Project Manager, North America Strategic PMO - Decatur, IL

Company: ADM
Location: Decatur
Posted on: April 22, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description Project Manager, North America Strategic PMO - Decatur, ILThis is a full-time, exempt position.The department:The Strategic Project Management Office (PMO) enables the realization of benefits to ADM, through the delivery of projects and/or programs that have been approved and classified as 'high priority' by the designated authority within ADM. The Strategic PMO is the regional center of expertise in project and program management at ADM, whereby through best practice and functional knowledge value is created through project delivery.The role:In your role as Project Manager you have the authority to run projects on a day-to-day basis on behalf of the business sponsor and ADM leadership. You will manage complex, interdisciplinary projects comprising experts from the business segments and the corporate functions. The Project Manager's prime responsibility is to ensure that the project delivers to the agreed standard of quality and within the specified constraints of cost, time and benefit.Responsibilities:The main duties of this role will include:Plan, manage and monitor the delivery of projects from project initiation to project closureDefine and implement overall project governance structure and provide clear roles and responsibilities for the project team and key stakeholdersRedefine and optimize business processes and organizational structures to support the implementation of ADM's strategyManage mid- to larger scales acquisitions, joint ventures & divestmentsEnsure that projects produce the required deliverables to defined standards of quality within agreed cost, time and other constraintsIdentify and manage risks and issues, including the development of contingency plansManage 3rd party suppliers (where applicable)Requirements:To be successful in this role the ideal candidate must have:A bachelor or master degree, preferably in Finance or Accounting is a requirement. A master degree in a business related subject, on top of aforementioned degree, is considered an advantageAt least 3 years of professional project management experience with a proven track record of successful project delivery is a requirement. Relevant industry experience is an advantage.Demonstrated experience in driving or assisting process improvements initiatives is a requirement, whereby exposure to Lean, Six Sigma or similar methodologies is considered an advantageExperience in managing or supporting M&A due diligence and integration processes is considered an advantageExperience in managing or supporting CAPEX projects is considered an advantageThe ability to think 'outside the box' and to work and communicate at a conceptual level as well as at a hands-on, practical levelA PMP or PRINCE 2 certification
or the willingness to obtain this certification is a requirement(International) business engagement and change management experienceGood knowledge of MS Office (including MS Project)Willingness to travel up to 10% of timeExcited about this role but don't meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don't check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings. ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
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