Cedar Electronics, a leading electronics firm known for its Cobra and Escort brands, is committed to innovation and quality. Head quartered in Chicago; Cedar Electronics offers a dynamic work environment focused on developing high-quality consumer electronics. The company is embarking on an exciting phase of growth and development, and this role is pivotal in driving product excellence and team leadership.
Role Summary:
The Jr. Project Manager will oversee product and technology development projects, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. This role requires strong coordination of internal and third-party resources, detailed project planning, and effective communication with senior leadership. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem solver with a background in project management, capable of balancing multiple priorities while maintaining clear documentation of project progress and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Execution: Manage the execution of multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery, scope adherence, and budget control. Collaborate with third-party vendors and internal teams to coordinate resources and tasks.
Project Scope & Objectives: Assist in defining project scope and objectives, engaging with all relevant stakeholders and utilizing Cedar-approved tools and programs.
Project Charter & Plan: Develop detailed project charters and plans to set expectations, timelines, and deliverables while tracking progress against goals.
Gate Clearance: Partner with product managers during the initiation and planning phases to ensure all projects clear the required gates for progression.
Resource Management: Ensure resource availability across multiple teams using resource planning and tracking tools.
Scope, Schedule & Risk Management: Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and budget using Cedar's approved processes and tools. Monitor project risks and create mitigation plans as necessary.
Performance Tracking: Measure and report on project performance using appropriate project management tools and techniques, providing weekly updates to senior leadership.
Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, ensuring all actions, decisions, and changes are tracked accurately.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, operations, and product teams to ensure that project goals align with Cedar's broader business objectives.
Meetings & Communication: Lead regular project reporting meetings with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
Other Duties: Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in project management, preferably in a technical or product development environment.
Technical Skills: Working knowledge of project management tools (Microsoft Project), spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel), and Smartsheet preferred.
Certifications: Knowledge of Six Sigma tools or Green Belt Certification is a plus.
Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Cross-Functional Experience: Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring collaboration across various departments.
Location: This is an onsite role based in West Chester, Ohio
Type of Employment: Full-time position with competitive salary and benefits.
Reporting: This position will report to the CFO.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Cedar Electronics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.