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Strategic Project Manager
Location:
Vernon Hills, IL
Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION Template: Strategic Project ManagerJob Title: Strategic Project ManagerLocation: Vernon Hills, ILDepartment: Product ManagementReports To: Director, Strategic Project ManagementDirect Reports/Manages others: NoHybrid Schedule: Our hybrid work environment includes two (2) remote days/week.Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry. We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.Summary: The Strategic Project Manager is responsible for the broad set of activities required to drive and complete strategic product development and launch initiatives for their assigned product line(s). This position manages small and medium strategic initiatives which are part of the product platform's 5-year strategic plan coordinating across functions and ensuring timely and successful completion of projects. The Strategic Project Manager is an integral part of the larger Product Management team and reports to the Director of Project Management.Responsibilities: * Lead strategic projects to support the growth and profitability of Rust-Oleum with goal to deliver 10%+ CAGR or 3X market pace for assigned product. * Manage and execute small and medium strategic projects envisaged in the 3-5 year strategic platform plan including inorganic portfolio expansion. * Analyze project status and, when necessary, revise the scope, schedule, or budget to ensure that project requirements can be met alongside Product and Marketing teams. * Build partnerships and collaboration with cross-functional teams including Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, R&D, and Marketing to ensure timely execution of projects. * Own the Stage Gate new product development process focused on bringing innovative products to the market in a timely manner. * Track project costs in order to meet budget and evaluate the changes in ROI due to changes in project scope or timeline. * Communicate project timelines, issues, and results in an effective manner. * Adjust priorities on an ad hoc basis as external clients require changes. * Understand regulatory requirements/legislation impacting project delivery and recommends controls and/or practices to ensure compliance. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Economics, or related field. * 8+ years of relevant work experience; Project Management Professional (PMP) certification not required but a plus * Strong interpersonal skills, organizational impact, and ability to manage projects and mentor people while promoting Rust-Oleum's culture. * Strong decision making and prioritization skills, especially when multiple trade-offs are involved, and faster decisions are required. * High-level critical thinking, attention to detail, time-management, organizational, communication and reasoning skills. * Must be able to create effective solutions while maintaining positive relationship. * Motivated self-starter who maintains a friendly, courteous, and compassionate demeanor at all times while showing understanding for pain points of stakeholders. From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave. We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Rust-Oleum offers 9.5 paid holidays and two floating holiday per year. You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.
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April 20 on Broadbean
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