Project Manager

Overview : We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Project Manager to oversee and drive strategic initiatives, projects, and systems across our operations in the Latin America region.
As a Project Manager, the person will play a critical role in planning, executing, and delivering projects that align with the company's vision, goals, and business objectives.
The ability to effectively lead cross-functional teams and manage diverse projects will be essential to success in this role.
Como você causará um impacto Responsibilities:
1. Project Planning and Initiation: • Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify potential challenges and mitigation strategies.
• Secure necessary resources and approvals to initiate and execute projects.
2. Project Execution and Control: • Lead and manage cross-functional project teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project progress, identify deviations from the plan, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to project timelines, quality standards, and budget constraints.
• Conduct regular project status meetings and prepare progress reports for stakeholders.
• Address issues and risks promptly, fostering a proactive problem-solving approach.
• Coordinate the systems implementation and integration work across all the LatAm countries.
3. Stakeholder Management: • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate project status, updates, and milestones effectively to all relevant parties.
• Manage expectations and ensure alignment with project objectives.
4. Resource Management: • Allocate resources efficiently and effectively to maximize project outcomes.
• Coordinate with various teams and departments to ensure seamless collaboration.
• Address resource constraints and recommend solutions to optimize productivity.
5. Change Management: • Identify and assess the impact of changes on project scope, timeline, and resources.
• Develop change management strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure successful project delivery.
6. Quality Assurance: • Implement robust quality control measures to ensure deliverables meet or exceed client expectations.
• Establish and maintain project documentation, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
7. Post-Project Evaluation: • Conduct post-project evaluations to review project outcomes and identify lessons learned.
• Document best practices and utilize insights to improve future project execution.
Sobre você Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
An advanced degree or relevant certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, and Agile) are a plus.
• Proven experience (at least 8 years) as a Project Manager, ideally in the insurance or financial services industry with exposure to Latin America.
• Fluency in English is required.
Proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is strongly preferred to engage with diverse stakeholders in the region.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Proficiency with the following activities: Planning, Resource management, risk management, managing schedules and timelines, and publishing status reports.
• Experience in LatAm ERP system localization.
• Experience in performing a process gap analysis and development of process flow diagrams to set up key controls.
• Systems implementation functional experience (General Ledger, T&E, and Accounts Payable systems)