At Exeter Finance, we are committed to helping customers find the right financing for their next vehicle purchase. By building strong relationships with our customers and network of dealer partners we are able to give options that make sense, getting customers behind the wheel of their car.
Every team member is integral to our success. Whether you’re at a servicing center helping customers with their loans, in the field building relationships with dealers, or supporting the company from its corporate offices, you'll enjoy a nurturing, invigorating and positive work environment.
Our vision is to be a premier finance company and lender of choice known for its People, Performance and Service.
Job Description
Job Summary
Responsible for managing complex and high-impact projects within the organization, ensuring successful delivery on time, within scope, and on budget. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, developing and executing comprehensive project plans, and managing significant project risks and issues. Will play a key role in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement, contributing to the overall success and efficiency of major organizational initiatives.
Job Duties
Develop and implement detailed project plans for complex projects, including defining project scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines. Ensure the project plan addresses all critical elements and aligns with organizational goals.
Lead and coordinate cross-functional project teams, including internal staff and external partners. Provide direction, support, and motivation to team members to ensure successful project execution and achievement of project goals.
Serve as the principal point of contact for key stakeholders, including senior management and external partners. Communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively, and facilitate regular meetings to ensure alignment and address concerns.
Identify, assess, and manage complex project risks and issues. Develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies and solutions to address potential challenges and ensure project success.
Ensure that project deliverables meet the highest quality standards and align with project requirements. Implement and oversee quality control processes to maintain or exceed expected outcomes.
Manage significant changes to project scope, schedules, and resources. Document and communicate changes clearly to stakeholders, adjusting project plans and strategies as needed to accommodate evolving requirements.
Maintain detailed project documentation, including project plans, status reports, risk assessments, and change logs. Prepare and present comprehensive project performance reports to senior management and other key stakeholders.
Evaluate and enhance project management processes and practices. Apply industry best practices and lessons learned to improve project execution and overall project management effectiveness.
Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or educational experience in related field preferred, or relevant work experience.
4-6 years of experience leading cross-functional teams and managing large-scale project budgets, timelines, and resources.
Proficiency in advanced project management tools and methodologies, including Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches.
Experience managing projects in specific industries relevant to the organization, such as IT, engineering, or finance, with a focus on complex or enterprise-level projects.
Experience with strategic planning and execution of high-profile projects that have significant organizational impact.
Background in process improvement and implementation of best practices in project management.
Deep understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and tools.
Expertise in advanced project management software and tools for planning, tracking, and reporting.
Ability to manage substantial budgets, complex schedules, and large resource allocations.
Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and guide project teams through complex challenges.
Strong organizational and time management abilities, with a track record of managing multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the capability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and external partners.
Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to address complex project issues and develop innovative solutions.
Sec Ops Gov Project Manager III
Job Summary
Responsible for coordinating and completing projects and programs that necessitate business and/or technological changes. Will oversee and deliver projects for the Security, Operations, and Governance departments requiring business or technological transformations. This role is crucial for fostering cross-functional relationships, managing stakeholders, exerting organizational influence, and executing high-priority initiatives such as technology modernization, testing strategies, cybersecurity, governance, operations, and various other ad hoc tasks.
Job Duties
PM Experience
Project Management Methodologies: Knowledge of Agile – Kanban and/or Waterfall frameworks.
Advanced Communication: Knowledge of at conveying technical details to both engineers and non-technical staff.
Resource Organization: General Understanding of prioritizing tasks with leaders and driving delivery with project teams.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written abilities.
Adaptability: General knowledge of learning and supporting new systems and applications.
Risk Management: General knowledge of identifying risks, implementing mitigation strategies, and ensuring compliance.
Monitoring & Reporting: General knowledge of tracking progress, manage documentation, and update senior stakeholders with detailed project plans and status reports.
Technical Oversight: General experience working with infrastructure and security resources to ensure design aligns with technical requirements by collaborating with technical teams. You may be required to assist in the development and creation of technical requirements.
Stakeholder Communication: General knowledge at managing interactions with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
Post-Project Evaluation: General knowledge of leading evaluations to identify successes and areas for improvement.
Technical Experience
IT Infrastructure Components: General knowledge of networks, servers, storage systems, and data centers, including hardware and software elements.
Cloud Platforms: General knowledge of cloud services, particularly platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. This includes understanding cloud architecture, deployment models, and services.
Virtualization Technologies: General knowledge of virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hyper-V, or KVM.
Network Architecture: General knowledge of network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and network security protocols
Cybersecurity: General knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices, including threat management, data protection, and compliance with security standards
Database Management: General understanding of database systems and management, including SQL and NoSQL databases. This also involves understanding database architecture, performance tuning, and backup/recovery
Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity: General knowledge of disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity in case of system failures or data loss
Vendor Management: Some experience managing relationships with vendors, including negotiating contracts, evaluating products, and ensuring service levels meet organizational standards
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or educational experience in related field preferred, or relevant work experience.
4-6 years experience working within a Project Management structure in either a support or delivery role
Working towards a Project Management certification
Two (2) or more years of experience with Agile delivery (Kanban or Lean Management concepts).
Working towards ITIL Certification
Working towards advanced certifications in Infrastructure, Security, or Operations preferred.
Two (2) or more years of experience working with Infrastructure, Security engineers, or within the IT Risk and Governance Space.
JIRA experience preferred
ServiceNow experience preferred
Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate including
skill set, experience, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
The pay range for this role is $101,500.00 - $139,600.00 annually.is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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