Strategic Projects Consultant

Strategic Projects Consultant

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree required; Masters degree is a plus
• Three to five years of consulting experience is a plus
• Six Sigma, Project Management Professional, and/or Change Management certification preferred
• Advanced user of Microsoft office suite products
• Strong analytical and problem resolution skills with high attention to detail, organization, timeliness, and accuracy
• Strong understanding of information technology platforms and information systems
• Exercises independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work according to applicable regulations, company policies and procedures
• Extensive knowledge of current industry trends, standards, and practices with strong business acumen
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate (verbal and written) with all levels of personnel internal and external to the company including at an executive level
• Capability of working responsibly with highly confidential information and of maintaining composure under duress
• Strong personal computer skills, including spreadsheet and database usage, Excel and MS Office tools
• Ability to utilize new tools and technologies in a rapidly changing environment
• Strong multi-tasking ability

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic business initiatives ranging from market expansion projects, strategic cost elimination, and business and workforce productivity, under the guidance of senior leadership and departmental heads
• Assist and communicate with executives in decision-making, program management, and initiative implementation
• Lead projects from requirements definition through deployment, identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimations, and project implementation plans
• Improve current processes and coordinate organizational procedures for optimized efficiency and productivity
• Serve as liaison between staff, executives, and senior leaders regarding project updates, proposals and planning
• Develop and maintain partnerships with outside operators, including business owners and third-party vendors
• Monitor and assign resources appropriately to streamline project efficiency and maximize deliverable outputs
• Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels as needed, escalating issues as necessary based on project work plans
• Maintain weekly project status reports including progress on important milestones, next steps and risks/ issues
• Research and analyze complex issues surrounding the processes and systems of an organization
• Evaluate data and metrics to propose new strategies to improve project delivery and develop reports that portray and give external stakeholders visibility into the project landscape
• Work at multiple organizational levels, ranging from executives to the frontline operators, working across functional areas, and understanding the needs and requirements across the organization
• Make recommendations surrounding improving processes, efficiency and practices that align with Company’s goals and compliance standards
• Ensure necessary and appropriate steps are taken to resolve difficulties which may impede progress or compromise achievement scheduled milestones
• Work closely with assigned teams on process improvement and proactively engage with stakeholders to identify and monitor progress and issue resolution

Preferred Qualifications

• Three to five years of consulting experience is a plus
• Six Sigma, Project Management Professional, and/or Change Management certification preferred