Job Description

We are hiring an Operations Project Manager, Americas to develop, lead, and execute strategic projects across Steelcase.

Who You Are:

You are a strategic and results-driven project manager with proven experience in managing projects from planning through execution, while effectively coordinating budgets, managing risk, and organizing cross-functional teams. With exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, you build strong relationships across all levels of the business and consistently drive resolution and results in dynamic environments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3+ years’ project management experience.
• Project Mgt Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Mgt Institute (PMI) highly preferred.
• Energetic and empathetic approach to achieving results through others.
• Proficient in technology applications such as Powerpoint, Excel, and project planning software such as Smartsheet or Microsoft Project.
• Bachelors Degree required, in a project management or organizational behavior related field preferred.

• You will be a member of a Global Project Management Office responsible for successfully implementing a portfolio of strategic change-the-business projects with a focus on margin and reliability improvement for Operations.
• Responsible for leading initiation through execution of large strategic in nature Ops based projects with high degree of cross-functionality and risk.
• Compiles, analyzes and communicates detailed project objectives in terms of deliverables and performance and leads the team to success.
• Acts as key partner with the project sponsor and other business leaders in the business case development of new projects, as well as the support and escalation of project needs through implementation.
• Facilitates cross-functional teams to define project scope, develop project schedules, monitor project budgets, lead risk identification/management and communications planning, etc. according to PMI best practices.
• Coordinates the implementation of the master project plan with project team members.
• Responsible for completion of projects on schedule and within budget.
• Represents and positively promotes the vision / purpose of Global Operations and Steelcase.

Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens.

Why People Choose to Work with Us:

At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.

Our Approach to Hybrid Work:

At Steelcase, we have always believed that the office is our best place to work. Our workplace is designed to foster collaboration and engagement, providing employees with a space to do meaningful work that drives results. Levels of flexibility vary by role and team, and employees and their leader need to align on expectations of flexibility.

What Matters to Us:

More than qualifications, we’re looking for talent and potential. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we're always looking to improve our global community. We value applicants who are comfortable interacting with people different from themselves, building mutual respect and positive relationships. We invite people from all backgrounds and genders to apply. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at myhr@steelcase.com.

Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. We are proud to be recognized for our inclusive workforce by the Corporate Equality Index for the past nine years. Steelcase is a MVAA- Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer. Steelcase recognizes the amazing experiences and skills that Veteran's possess.

We encourage all Veterans and Veteran Spouses to apply. Please see our Working at Steelcase Document for more detailed benefits and compensation information. If you’re interested in Steelcase, but this isn’t the right time or role, join our Talent Community to be updated on future openings in your area(s) of expertise.

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