Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ProSidian Consulting is a management and operations consulting firm providing tailored enterprise solutions to government and commercial clients. The Project Manager will oversee the modernization of Excel spreadsheets for USDA’s Cotton and Tobacco divisions, coordinating tasks, managing deadlines, and delivering customized spreadsheet solutions.
Responsibilities
- Oversee modernization of Excel spreadsheets, coordinate tasks and manage deadlines across multiple divisions
Skills
- Seeking Project Manager candidates with relevant Agriculture And Food Sector Experience (functional and technical area expertise also ideal) to support professional services engagement for Agriculture And Food Sector Clients such as USDA
- Attention to Detail: Ability to scrutinize complex macros and formulas and identify errors or inefficiencies
- Time Management: Capable of handling multiple spreadsheet modernization tasks across divisions while ensuring timely delivery of updates and fixes
- Collaborative Teamwork: Ability to work closely with USDA's Cotton & Tobacco divisions to understand specific spreadsheet needs, ensure user satisfaction, and deliver customized solutions
- Adaptability: Flexibility to work with a variety of spreadsheet types and respond to ongoing requirements during modernization and training phases
- Lean Six Sigma Certification: To streamline processes, which is critical for modernizing complex, macro-heavy Excel sheets
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification: Essential for managing the modernization of Excel spreadsheets and meeting deadlines for different divisions
- Experience in Information Technology, Data Science, Financial Analysis, Statistics, Computer Science, or Business Management
- Strong background in financial analysis, data management, or agricultural economics relevant to the USDA AMS Cotton & Tobacco Program
- No specific licensure required
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Bachelor's/Master's in Project Management or related field
- Bachelor's/Master's in Project Management or related field
- PMP certification required
- Project management, Excel proficiency, strong coordination skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
- Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools
- Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills for effective team management
- Outstanding time management and prioritization abilities to meet project milestones
- Adaptability to changing project requirements and priorities
- Ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail
- Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
- Ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
- Understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
- Ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
- Ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
- Exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
- Ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks
- Understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary
- Understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary
- Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom
- U.S. Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen
- Functional and technical area expertise also ideal
Benefits
- Group Health Insurance including medical, dental, and vision insurance, with employee and family coverage available and an employer contribution of 50% of employee-only premiums under the Health and Vision Plan
- Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with before-tax contributions, a range of investment options, and access to a personal financial planner
- Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits, including 2 weeks of vacation/sick days and 10 federal holidays
- Pre-Tax Payment Programs, including a Premium Only Plan (POP) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plan for eligible employees
- Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through the ProSidian Corporate Perks Benefit Program for eligible employees
- ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program, paying up to $5k for referrals after the new hire has been employed for 90 days
- Performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support
- Leverageable experience and thought leadership through collaboration with firm leadership, team members, Fellows, and partners, including professional connections, daily client interaction, and contributions to thought leadership
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