Associate Project Manager

We are urgently looking for Associate Project Manager for our Direct client requirement TITLE: Associate Project Manager LOCATION: San Bruno, CA DURATION: 6+ months Rate: DOE Job Description: Responsibilities Develops program/project/release plans and timelines (usually involving multiple tracks), monitors execution progress and drives resolution to possible scope/time trade-offs Manages portfolio of projects through their lifecycle phases to successful completion Manages geographically distributed teams, off-shore development teams and third-party vendors (for example, creative alignment, integration vendors such as, content providers) for successful program launch. Address program bottlenecks, provides alternative resolutions and mitigation strategies with win/win outcomes Establish and maintain clear chains of accountability for program team. Conduct training and outreach to internal support teams as well as external customers Experience interfacing and communicating with executive, business and technical Stakeholders Negotiate program delivery timelines with stakeholders Ensures ongoing communication of progress against project/program objectives to various forums Minimum Qualifications - B.S. in Computer Science/Computer Engineering - At least five years of engineering program management experience with 4+years leading and delivery programs using agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, exposure to large-scale systems program management. 2+ years software engineer development experience in eCommerce, Ads, B2B space. Excellent verbal and written interpersonal skills Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results Ability to drive multiple programs and collaborate effectively with external and internal partners. Working Knowledge of service-oriented architecture, database (RDBMS or NoSQL) - Understands messages, file transfer protocols, JIRA, confluence and program management tools Additional Preferred Qualifications Web or Internet start-up environment and technical infrastructure management experience a big plus Proven process improvement skills to reduce lead times, cycle times and defects Interface with all levels (business and technical members) and disciplines within the organization Experience with Salesforce, ServiceCloud, SalesCloud, Knowledgebase, & Communities. Overall responsibility for guiding the project to successful completion. Be primary liasison with System Integrator Engagement Manager and Project Manager, while representing WalMart’s interests. Escalate and resolve issues as suitable. Manage and coordinate timely access to WalMart resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr