IS Project ManagerAt ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.
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This position reports to
IS Domain Owner
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to define a planning strategy that includes a full list of activities that are important for the management of project, to decide on a project delivery methodology (waterfall, agile, etc.), and to align with stakeholders. Each day, you will plan, schedule, coordinate, and deliver the Information Systems (IS) project outcomes within agreed time, scope, cost, and agreed quality. You will also showcase your expertise by communicating appropriate information to stakeholders promptly to achieve desired understanding and support and effectively managing stakeholders' expectations and relationships.
The work model for the role is Hybrid in Cary, NC
* Managing and leading (virtual) team of highly effective IS professionals in a cross-cultural environment.
* Ensure the delivery of activities utilizing internal IS delivery units as well as external 3rd party suppliers.
* Close adherence delivering high quality IS solutions that are compliant with all applicable ABB Regulations and ABB Group Guidelines and policies.
* Define and manage organization and services governance, aligning responsibilities and accountabilities with internal and external stakeholders.
* Execute, for assigned tasks, all actions in IS processes according to agreed RACI specification. Defines and manages the metrics needed to deliver strategic initiatives.
* As part of project management, manage executive stakeholders across multiple divisions and act as advisor and guide to the IS organization, business functions and delivering partners.
* Assures stakeholders' satisfaction through a strong governance and proactive effective communication.
* Manages dependencies and resolves conflicts to other ABB departments, functional areas, and cross-organization dependencies.
* Deliver projects with high quality in alignment with budget and timeline expectations.
* Driving customer service to ensure satisfaction with Information Systems services, closing any gaps, and influencing stakeholder perceptions of Information Systems services.
Qualifications for the role
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Technology or related field.
- 5 - 7 years of experience leading IS projects (ERP, Infrastructure, Manufacturing Execution Systems, Software Deployment, etc.).
- Project Management/Change Management certifications (e.g. Prosci, ITIL, PMP. Prince2, Agile etc.) would be advantageous.
- Fluent in English at executive presentation level.
- Availability to travel up to 10%
- Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
More about us
ABB Installation Products Division (formerly Thomas&Betts), helps manage the connection, protection and distribution of electrical power from source to socket. The Division's products are engineered to provide ease of installation and perform in demanding and harsh conditions, helping to ensure safety and continuous operation for utilities, businesses and people around the world. The Commercial Essentials product segment includes electrical junction boxes, commercial fittings, strut and cable tray metal framing systems for commercial and residential construction. The Premier Industrial product segment includes multiple product lines, such as Ty-Rap cable ties, T&B Liquidtight Systems protection products, PVC coated and nylon conduit systems, power connection and grounding systems, and cable protection systems of conduits and fittings for harsh and industrial applications. The Division also manufactures solutions for medium-voltage applications used in the utility market under its marquee brands including Elastimold reclosers and switchgear, capacitor switches, current limiting fuses, Homac distribution connectors, Hi-Tech Valiant full-range current limiting fuse for fire mitigation, faulted current indicators and distribution connectors, cable accessories and apparatus with products for overhead and underground distribution. Manufacturing includes made-to-stock and custom-made solutions.
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