Project Manager - Internal role

About the job

Lead, manage the planning & execution of strategic projects for RMS (Retail Measurement Services), which includes but not limited to Growth Initiatives, Product Enhancement Projects and Strategic Initiatives as needed. This project manager will drive project execution excellence: on-time, on-quality delivery & within budget. 

Responsibilities

Takes Ownership

● Holds team & stakeholders accountable

● Challenges conventional thought

● Is committed to project success

● Drives organizational change

● Strong Business acumen and ability to gauge the implications on Business before any

project decisions.

Communicates Effectively

● Excellent communication / Interpersonal skills with ability to communicate complex topics in simple language to broader audiences.

● Clear project report out and single point of contact for overall project status

● Influences all levels, including senior leaders

● Accurate status and health reporting

● Active listening skills

● Understands audience & makes compelling pitch

● Prepares Status Reports to ensure the project’s overall direction and integrity.

Energizes Others

● The ability to command respect and to create a sense of community amongst the

members of the project teams

● Effectively engages business partners & SMEs

● Engages and inspires project team

● Navigates through individual and cultural differences

● Leverage the Project Management gold standards across project teams.

Executes

● Develops, manages & executes as per PM governance framework in accordance with

the best standards (methods, templates, procedures, metrics, etc.)

● Work with Leadership & Project teams to develop detailed Project plans.

● Makes recommendations & drives decisions

● Applies Sound business knowledge

● Ensures quality, on time delivery & cost management.

● Ensure maximum efficiency in the allocation of resources and skills

Manages Scope

● Responsible for the accurate and timely production of: Statement of Work, Project Plan,

Risk Management Plan, success criteria and aligned with steering/stakeholders.

● Works at detail level w/o losing "big picture“

● Applies consistent change control process

● Strong Change Leader with ability to drive stakeholders through the change making a

compelling case.

Mitigates Risks & Resolves Issues

● Actively Identifies, assigns and tracks issues & risks, ensuring mitigation and mitigation

ownership is in place.

● Initiating activities and management interventions when gaps in the Project are identified or issues arise

● Demonstrates resilience and optimism

Qualifications & Requirements (Preferred - P, Essential -E)

● At least 3-5 years of experience in Project Management (E)/ E2E activities/knowledge.

● Fluency in English (E).

● Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management (E)

● Knowledge of project management techniques and tools. (Ex : MS-Project) (E)

● PMI / PMP Certification (P) is a plus.

● Experience on operational leadership role (P)

● Knowledge of NIQ business and/or products (P)

● Work experience in multi-cultural environments & multi country responsibilities (P)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™.

NIQ, is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit NIQ.com.

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