Group IT - Project Manager at ArdaghGroup in Chicago, Illinois

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The IT Project Manager (portfolio and change) is responsible for planning, executing, and closing application projects. This position will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.



Responsibilities:

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables
• Develop a detailed project plan, including timelines, resources, and budgets
• Create and maintain project documentation, such as project charters and schedules
• Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to the project plan
• Build and guide cross-functional project teams
• Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members
• Provide guidance and assistance to team members throughout the project lifecycle
• Foster a collaborative and productive team environment
• Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders
• Communicate project progress, issues, and risks to stakeholders regularly
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure their needs are met
• Prepare and deliver regular status reports to project stakeholder
• Allocate and optimize resources to meet project goals
• Report on financial performance and resource utilization

Minimum skills / qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Five (5) years of experience in project management overseeing application development projects
• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in project management software and tools
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Attention to detail and a strong focus on quality
• Strong analytical and organizational skills

Preferred skills / qualifications:

• Project management certification (i.e. PMP, PRINCE2)
• Experience guiding application projects in manufacturing environments

About Ardagh Group

Ardagh Glass Packaging is a global leader in glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world's leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then, we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 20,000 people with revenues of over $9 billion.
Today we have a presence across Europe, Africa, and North America.

• Did you know that Ardagh produce many of the beverage cans and bottles you drink your favorite beverages from?
• Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality?
• Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day?

Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and have a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what's possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible. We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated. Here at Ardagh, we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team, you'll enjoy the journey!

Benefits Offered

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and an employer retirement contribution
• Paid holidays, floating days and vacation
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups
• Benefits available from day 1 of employment
• Flexible and hybrid working hours

Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local law.

Ardagh Group complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Contact Clare McHugh (clare.mchugh@ardaghgroup.com) if a reasonable accommodation is needed.



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