Information systems project manager job description

Since 1858, Hajoca has been blending the strengths and clout of a large company with freedom and opportunity for employees. The company will continue to grow and prosper because our fundamental business philosophy works: emphasis on entrepreneurial spirit, expert knowledge, strong incentives for our employees, and devotion to Hajoca's proven business principles of "Service, Integrity, Reliability."

With over 450 locations nationwide serving customers in 50 states, Hajoca is the largest privately owned wholesale distributor in the plumbing industry. We balance the resources of a large company with the opportunities and agility of a small one. Fundamental to the heart of our family of businesses is a National Support Center where Centers of Excellence work to make our operations run seamlessly across our independent profit centers, each providing unparalleled service and integrity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.

Our Technology team is at the forefront of keeping our business on the front edge of the future of supply chain and distribution. We have a technology roadmap that will transform our business and we are growing our team to lead this effort.

As a key member of the Hajoca PMO, the Senior IT Project Manager will report directly to Hajoca's Senior Manager PMO. The Senior IT Project Manager applies systems analysis techniques and procedures, including consulting with users to determine hardware, software or system functional specifications. Recommends, plans, directs the design, development, documentation, analysis, creation, testing or modification of systems, based on and related to user or system design specifications. Helps design and present key training sessions related to the projects. Manages and oversees all aspects of technology project to ensure it is completed on-time and within budget, including managing scope, cost, schedule, internal resources, vendors, and deliverables. Monitors project milestones and provides periodic status update reports while managing risk. This role may also mentor more junior associates in a similar project management role.
Key Responsibilities


Develop the business case for the implementation of new software, hardware, operating procedures, resources. Determine the cost of development and implementation of new methods of operation, including resources. Lead and participate in various IT projects, including system conversions (acquisitions) and software upgrades. Obtain resources from other departments depending on specialties. Coordinate the key relationship with software provider on specific projects in conjunction with the project sponsors. Maintain coordination to ensure all technical aspects of implementations and upgrades are completed adequately and on-time. Maintain coordination to ensure end users are properly trained. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Protect operations by keeping information confidential. Perform other duties as assigned by management.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities



Experience in operations in a wholesale distribution business. Knowledge of business operations in Sales, Inventory Management, and Purchasing. Experience with Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Jira. Able to drive constant improvement within project management. Project management experience and training skills. Possesses personal leadership skills and the ability to lead a highly effective installation or project team. Establishes and maintains successful relationship with staffs at National Support Center and at Profit Centers. Possesses a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity. Possesses excellent people skills, sound business judgment and the capacity for continued growth and contributions to the business. Leads and inspires all employees involved in a project to do their best work. Ability to train adults, self-starter, organized, attentive to detail, computer knowledge, Above average ability to communicate using verbal and written format. Professional demeanor, punctual, responsible, and energetic. Willing to travel as needed (up to approximately 25%).


Education, Training, Experience


Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience 7+ years' experience in project management Knowledge of systems implementation

Preferred

Continuing educations in project management (e.g., PMP, Scrum Master) Ongoing training in the operations of wholesale distribution Knowledge of current systems in place (e.g., Eclipse, AS400, Ceridian Dayforce)


About Us


Hajoca Corporation is a dedicated team of great workers. Our team has been servicing the community for years. We are a close-knit group that works together to provide the best service to both new and existing customers.

Although Hajoca is a large company, we work in a decentralized environment where each of our locations, called Profit Centers, is run by the Profit Center Manager as if it was their own small business. We give you the tools you need to succeed, investing in your personal and professional growth through targeted training programs, and reward team success through our profit sharing opportunities and generous benefits package which includes:

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage 401 (k) and retirement cash account Life insurance Pre-tax accounts for healthcare and dependent care Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time


Physical Demands


The position is predominantly sedentary office work, which involves sitting, typing, filing, and conversing on the phone. Occasional lifting and carrying of boxes up to 20lbs. is required.

Hajoca Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category pursuant to federal, state or local laws and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any such categories/status. Hajoca values diversity, equity and inclusion and this policy applies to all employment practices at Hajoca. Hajoca is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including, but not limited to, during the application process. Please let us know if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability.

We are a drug free workplace. Employment is contingent upon pre-employment drug screening, and successful completion of a background investigation subject to any federal, state and local laws.


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Develops and maintains projects and the project management processes. Also must have a working knowledge of management of Information Systems operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Responsible to help establish and manage a Project Management Office. Define project management policies, procedures, forms, and formats. Implement project management tracking and reporting. Manage multiple concurrent projects.

Supports the Presbyterian SeniorCare Network environment as part of a 24x7x365 support team, including on-call coverage when scheduled. Identifies and suggests innovative approaches and participates in implementing performance improvement opportunities. Maintains compliance with Presbyterian SeniorCare Network policy and procedure in accordance with governing laws, regulations, regulatory agencies, accreditation bodies and facility standards. Demonstrates on a consistent basis individual and team behavior that supports culture change, Woodwell and Woodside philosophies of Presbyterian SeniorCare Network. Consistently upholds the mission, values and behavior standards of Presbyterian SeniorCare Network. Maintains confidentiality. Other duties may be assigned.

Supports the following items to maintain the integrity and continuous operation of the Presbyterian SeniorCare Network Systems environment:
- Oversee successful completion of multiple concurrent projects.

- Develop Project Management Office, including all relavent processes, procedures, forms, and formats for multiple size projects.

- Responsible for dreation, organization, execution, and completion of projects

- Manage relavent project teams, set deadlines, communicate with stakeholders and other relavent people, and keep projects on time and under budget.

- Able to temporarily support and manage Information Systems operations organization.

- Act as part of 24x7x365 second level Help Desk Support structure when needed including:

o Installation of appropriate software and software updates, patches and fixes.

o Support all technology equipment including servers, workstations, networks, etc.

o Perform system, network, and user administration tasks as necessary.

o Perform system, program, process, and network analysis, design, and improvement as necessary.

o Maintain Active Directory users, groups, distribution lists and email.

o Manage backups and restorations as needed.

o Support End-User Application needs.

o Troubleshoot user and software support issues on daily basis.

- Liaison with application vendors as needed.

- Assists with creation and maintenance of all IS documentation including inventories, procedures, training manuals, Help Desk manuals, network and system environment, and runbooks/schedules.

- Audit support

- Support all HIPAA, HITECH, Risk, and Security initiatives, procedures, and documentation

Education and Experience:

- PMP Certification

- Project Management - one year

- Use of Microsoft Project or other Project Management software

- Two year certificate from an accredited college or technical school

- 2 years of computer experience

or an equivalent combination of education and experience

- Must have strong interpersonal skills and be an excessent communicator

- Time management skills

- Able to work both independently and in a team.

- Knowledgeable in Information Systems operations

- Experience in systems, networking, data management and security.

- Experience with Windows server and workstation operating systems

- Familiarity with system monitoring

- Knowledge of networking

- Knowledge of enterprise applications and software (email, SQL, VMware, Citrix)

- Knowledge of Mobile Device configuration, support, and management

- Problem solving and root analysis skills

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

A minimum of one of the following:

o PMI PMP

Location: Oakmont Campus · Information Systems
Schedule: Full Time, Day w/ some Evening, Weekend

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**Additional Requirements**

+ To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

**Additional Details**

+ **Travel Required:** N/A - No travel required

+ **Job Status:** Regular

+ **Employee Type:** Full

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WSP provides a flexible, agile and hybrid workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

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The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.