Business Applications Project Manager

AHEAD builds platforms for digital business. By weaving together advances in cloud infrastructure, automation and analytics, and software delivery, we help enterprises deliver on the promise of digital transformation.
At AHEAD, we prioritize creating a culture of belonging, where all perspectives and voices are represented, valued, respected, and heard. We create spaces to empower everyone to speak up, make change, and drive the culture at AHEAD. 
We are an equal opportunity employer, and do not discriminate based on an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived. 
We embrace all candidates that will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives at AHEAD. 
The Business Applications Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing projects related to the implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of business applications across the organization. This role oversees the entire project lifecycle, from initiation through completion, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. The Project Manager works closely with cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders, IT, and business applications teams, to ensure successful project outcomes that meet business requirements. 

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects related to the implementation and improvement of business applications, such as ERP, CRM, or other enterprise systems 
• Develop project plans, including scope, timeline, resource allocation, and budget, ensuring alignment with business objectives 
• Coordinate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure clear communication of project goals and expectations 
• Work closely with the business applications and IT teams to ensure technical feasibility and appropriate allocation of resources 
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and take corrective action as needed to keep the project on track 
• Ensure that all project deliverables meet quality standards and business needs through rigorous testing and validation processes 
• Prepare and present project status reports to stakeholders, including key metrics on progress, risks, and budget adherence 
• Facilitate communication between functional, technical, and vendor teams to ensure all parties are aligned on project goals and deliverables 
• Manage changes in project scope, timelines, and budget with agility, ensuring that all changes are approved and documented 
• Conduct post-implementation reviews to assess project success and identify areas for future improvement 
• Provide leadership and guidance to project team members, fostering collaboration and ensuring the successful execution of project tasks 
• Other job duties as assigned 

Qualifications

• Minimum Required – Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Project Management, or 5+ years experience in project management 
• Preferred – PMP certified or 7+ years of experience in project management, specifically in business applications or IT-related projects 
• Excellent project management skills, with experience in managing complex business application projects 
• Proficiency with standard project management artifacts and documentation 
• Strong understanding of business applications; experience with Salesforce and/or NetSuite preferred 
• Proficiency with project management methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile, or hybrid models 
• Proficiency with Jira for project management and task tracking 
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously 
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage and influence cross-functional teams 
• Ability to identify and mitigate risks and issues that may impact project outcomes 
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail 
• Experience in budget management and cost tracking 
• Knowledge of change management principles is a plus 

Why AHEAD:
Through our daily work and internal groups like Moving Women AHEAD and RISE AHEAD, we value and benefit from diversity of people, ideas, experience, and everything in between.
We fuel growth by stacking our office with top-notch technologies in a multi-million-dollar lab, by encouraging cross department training and development, sponsoring certifications and credentials for continued learning.
USA Employment Benefits include: - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - 401(k) - P