Strategic Project Manager

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1547717. A family of companies and experiences As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today! great people. great services. great results. Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar. Background to the role: The vision of the Food+ team is to contribute to feeding the world responsibly and sustainably through View email address on click.appcast.io program leadership and by building upon our client’s ecosystem. The mission of the Food+ program is to inspire and enable our client’s community to thrive through food choices and experiences. The Food+ team has developed a clearly defined strategy that puts a strong emphasis on collaboration, innovation, the Responsible Business framework, and behavioral economics. About the role: The Strategic Project Manager will lead and coordinate the implementation of high impact projects, partnering closely with regional leaders and subject matter experts to align on governance, tracking, measuring and reporting progress. This role will regularly convene the project management and other related communities in order to develop and align on global project resources and a consistent approach. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead the implementation of global projects within the View email address on click.appcast.io Data Centers and consult on View email address on click.appcast.io global project governance and deployments in collaboration with the Director of Global Strategic Projects Define project scope, deliverables, work streams and metrics that support business goals in collaboration with relevant stakeholders internally and externally, including senior executives, sponsors, business owners, program SMEs and operations Establish, maintain, and optimize project governance, in accordance with evolving project needs, to ensure ongoing accountability towards planned outcomes Create, execute and track end-to-end project plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements throughout the project lifecycle Create and maintain all project documentation pertinent to each project, including but not limited to: project charter, project plan and timeline, RACI and reports Identify, assess and minimize risks; resolve and/or escalation issues in a timely fashion Develop and manage project reporting approach; compile quantitative data and proof points to communicate impact and storytelling for reporting. Support content development for snippets and quarterly updates as needed Qualifications 5-7 years experience managing large, complex projects, particularly those involving a medium to significant degree of change across the organization PMP and/or Lean Sigma certifications preferred Demonstrated ability to: synthesize discussions, capture decisions and action items; ask probing questions to clarify where needed; identify interconnectivity between workstreams to limit redundancy of templates, processes, etc. Ability to influence, drive clarity and alignment, and lead outside of traditional reporting lines and across multiple locations, functions and organizational levels Strong stakeholder management with the ability to build relationships quickly and effectively across multiple locations, functions and organizational levels Ability to meet multiple business needs across several projects, while working in a collaborative environment Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Personal Leave Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. Nearest Major Market: Tulsa Nearest Secondary Market: Oklahoma Job Segment: Food Service, Hospitality #J-18808-Ljbffr Compass Group USA