Project Manager, People Team PMO

At Anaplan we are a team of innovators focused on optimizing business decision-making through our leading AI-infused scenario planning and analysis platform so our customers can outpace their competition and the market.

What unites Anaplanners across teams and geographies is our collective commitment to our customers success and to our Winning Culture.

Our customers rank among the whos who in the Fortune 50. Coca-Cola LinkedIn Adobe LVMH and Bayer are just a few of the 2400 global companies who rely on our best-in-class platform.

Our Winning Culture is the engine that drives our teams of innovators. We champion diversity of thought and ideas we behave like leaders regardless of title we are committed to achieving ambitious goals and we love celebrating our wins big and small.

Supported by operating principles of being strategy-led values-based and disciplined in execution youll be inspired connected developed and rewarded here. Everything that makes you unique is welcome; join us and lets build whats next - together!

We are seeking a highly motivated and forward-thinking Project Manager to be a foundational member of our new People Team Program Management Office (PMO). In this role you will be pivotal in shaping the operational backbone of the People Team. While you will be amplified by AI and automation your focus will shift from manual tracking toward high-value strategic delivery risk mitigation and stakeholder alignment. You will help build and operate a structured framework that standardizes how the People Team delivers on its most critical goals ensuring all projects are intelligently aligned optimized and accelerated.

Your Impact

PMO Foundation & Execution

• You will manage a portfolio of key People Team initiatives from intake to completion including programs like Performance Management Engagement Surveys and Compliance.
• Youll partner with the Chief of Staff to establish and run the PMO which involves defining and implementing standardized project management processes templates and best practices all while driving the adoption of our central project management platform as the single source of truth.

AI & Automation Integration

• A key part of this role is leveraging the native AI capabilities within our project management software to automate sub-task generation and summarize project statuses as well as to optimize schedules and predict potential bottlenecks before they impact delivery.
• You will champion an Automate First mindset by continuously identifying opportunities to streamline repeatable tasks and workflows from project intake through to final reporting.

Strategic Alignment & Stakeholder Management

• You will be responsible for ensuring all projects are aligned with the CPOs highest priorities and the companys strategic objectives.
• This role serves as the operational bridge across the People Team facilitating cross-functional collaboration and therefore eliminating siloed work.
• You will also prepare and present clear data-driven updates on project status risks and outcomes to stakeholders and leadership so that everyone remains aligned.

Continuous Improvement

• Youll utilize a data-driven approach to measure project success and refine timelines resource allocation and risk assessments for future initiatives.
• This position also involves conducting audits and analysis of existing workflows to identify opportunities and threats which will directly shape the evolution of our PMO operating model.

Your Qualifications

• Proven experience in project or program management preferably within an HR/People team operations or a similar function in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency with modern project management software and a deep understanding of its role as a central system of record and collaboration.
• Genuine passion for technology and a keen interest in leveraging AI and automationwhich are crucial for driving efficiency and unlocking strategic insights in this role.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a sharp eye for detail plus the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships and align stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactive strategic thinker who can move beyond simple task management to anticipate needs identify risks and guide projects to successful completion.
• Comfortable using data to inform decisions utilizing strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Base Salary Range:

$106000 - $152000 USD

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