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Project Management - Project Manager II

United States

Full-time

Remote

Entry, Mid Level

$41/hr - $51/hr

2+ years exp

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. They are seeking a Project Manager II to support and scale UXR's Vendor Procurement initiatives, manage procurement-related projects, and collaborate with various teams to optimize processes and solutions.

Computer Software

Responsibilities

Support and scale the UXR's Vendor Procurement initiatives, which includes developing reusable frameworks for tracking data and reporting of vendor usage and services globally

Manage procurement-related projects to drive critical process optimizations and solutions

Provide counsel to internal teams and UX Researchers regarding best practices and troubleshooting

Collaborate with the Procurement Program Manager to ensure trackers and dashboards are consistently and accurately maintained to inform team insights and identify process gaps

Maintain oversight of Procurement queues and overall team timelines

Communicate team processes and triage inquiries in support of UX Researchers

Prepare regular reports and presentations for leadership (weekly, monthly, quarterly), highlighting key metrics to inform business strategy

Maintain up-to-date vendor resources (Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Documents, Team Wiki, Toolkits, etc.) for UX Research teams

Collaborate on cross-team initiatives and workstreams

Contribute to the development of innovative processes, frameworks, and dashboards

Qualification

Data AnalysisGsuiteProject ManagementProcurement ExperienceSQLData Visualization ToolsDetail OrientationCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsProblem Solving

Required

A minimum of two years of project management experience is required

Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with peers, cross-functional stakeholders, and senior management

Proven capacity to manage multiple, competing priorities and execute efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Established track record of operating independently, maintaining a high level of detail orientation, and delivering highly organized results

Adeptness at troubleshooting complex problems and identifying efficient solutions

Strong proficiency in Gsuite and Data Analysis is essential

Experience understanding stakeholder needs, gathering requirements, and formulating effective solutions

Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including Engineers, Legal Counsel, External Partners, and Stakeholders

A Bachelor's degree is required

Preferred

Prior experience with data analysis and data analytics tools is desirable

Previous experience in procurement

Prior experience operating within an early-stage environment characterized by significant ambiguity and dynamic variables

Previous experience working with User Experience Research, operational risk, compliance, and/or vendor procurement

Prior experience leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and technologies to expedite workflows, optimize business processes, and enhance operational efficiency

Proficiency in SQL and Data Visualization Tools (e.g., Tableau, Salesforce)