Overview
On Site
USD 55.00 - 58.00 per hour
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Skills
Pivotal
Vendor Management
Data Governance
Communication
Business Data
Data Quality
Meta-data Management
Dashboard
Project Lifecycle Management
Systems Analysis/design
Development Testing
Teamwork
Effective Communication
Budget
Vendor Relationships
Offshoring
Reporting
Risk Assessment
Collaboration
Project Implementation
FOCUS
Computer Science
Information Systems
Business Administration
PMP
Curriculum
Presentations
Management
Project Planning
Risk Management
Sarbanes-Oxley
Project Management
Waterfall
Agile
Scrum
Supply Chain Management
Mainframe
Extract
Transform
Load
Clarity
Open Workbench
Multiplexer
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Vendor Development
Leadership
Finance
Accounting
Marketing
Legal
Customer Support
Online Training
Artificial Intelligence
LOS
Insurance
.NET
Job Details
Description
We are offering a long term contract employment opportunity for a Program Manager IT in Torrance, CA.
This role operates in a hybrid workplace, providing you the flexibility to work from home and office. As a Program Manager IT, you will play a pivotal role in the implementation of data quality rules, metadata ingestion, profiling, sampling reports, and Data Governance dashboards. This role requires a high level of coordination with all areas of the enterprise that impacts the scope, budget, risk, and resources of the work effort being managed.
About the Role
We're seeking a highly skilled IT Project Manager to collaborate with cross-functional Business and IT teams on implementing and overseeing large-scale data governance and supply chain system projects. This position requires a talented leader with a deep understanding of project management processes, vendor management and advanced data governance tools, combined with strong technical and communication skills.
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Key Responsibilities
As part of your day-to-day responsibilities, you will:
Partner with Business and IT teams-Business Data Owners, Data Stewards, Technical Data Stewards, Catalog Architects, Platform Owners, and Project/Product Managers-to implement Data Quality rules, metadata ingestion, profiling, reports, and governance dashboards.
Develop and enforce project management guidelines to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget while aligning with business goals.
Guide teams through all phases of the project lifecycle, including analysis, design, development, testing, installation, and delivery.
Create and manage detailed project plans, track team work assignments, monitor progress, escalate risks, and perform quality reviews.
Ensure effective communication across project teams and coordinate efforts across organizational functions impacting scope, budget, and resources.
Manage day-to-day project activities, timelines, resources, and vendor relationships-including oversight of onshore and offshore teams.
Facilitate team meetings, distribute meeting notes, drive consensus, and maintain progress reporting.
Identify risks, complete risk assessments, and implement robust action plans for mitigation.
Communicate project milestones, dependencies, risks, and issues to leadership; manage scope changes, costs, and schedules as needed.
Help the team prioritize multiple initiatives and foster collaboration for seamless project execution.
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What You'll Be Working On
Your primary focus will be leading the implementation of multiple parts-system projects, ensuring alignment with the organization's supply chain initiatives and governance frameworks.
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Requirements
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Project Management PMP certification or completion of a recognized project management curriculum preferred.
Demonstrated ability as a self-starter in creating and updating project plans with minimal oversight.
Excellent presentation skills, capable of delivering updates to stakeholders across all organizational levels.
Advanced experience managing complex, cross-functional projects with broad organizational impact.
Proficiency in program and project plan development, risk management, and monitoring.
In-depth knowledge of SOX compliance and implementation.
Advanced understanding of project management methodologies, including both Waterfall and Agile/Scrum techniques.
Experience in supply chain systems such as BlueYonder, mainframe integrations, and ETL processes.
Familiarity with Clarity, OpenWorkBench, and/or MUX systems, as well as proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
Background in handling RFPs and vendor selection processes.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with a history of driving results and resolving challenges in ambiguous environments.
Experience in automotive industries (preferred).
Exceptional attention to granular details.
Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use.
We are offering a long term contract employment opportunity for a Program Manager IT in Torrance, CA.
This role operates in a hybrid workplace, providing you the flexibility to work from home and office. As a Program Manager IT, you will play a pivotal role in the implementation of data quality rules, metadata ingestion, profiling, sampling reports, and Data Governance dashboards. This role requires a high level of coordination with all areas of the enterprise that impacts the scope, budget, risk, and resources of the work effort being managed.
About the Role
We're seeking a highly skilled IT Project Manager to collaborate with cross-functional Business and IT teams on implementing and overseeing large-scale data governance and supply chain system projects. This position requires a talented leader with a deep understanding of project management processes, vendor management and advanced data governance tools, combined with strong technical and communication skills.
________________________________________
Key Responsibilities
As part of your day-to-day responsibilities, you will:
Partner with Business and IT teams-Business Data Owners, Data Stewards, Technical Data Stewards, Catalog Architects, Platform Owners, and Project/Product Managers-to implement Data Quality rules, metadata ingestion, profiling, reports, and governance dashboards.
Develop and enforce project management guidelines to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget while aligning with business goals.
Guide teams through all phases of the project lifecycle, including analysis, design, development, testing, installation, and delivery.
Create and manage detailed project plans, track team work assignments, monitor progress, escalate risks, and perform quality reviews.
Ensure effective communication across project teams and coordinate efforts across organizational functions impacting scope, budget, and resources.
Manage day-to-day project activities, timelines, resources, and vendor relationships-including oversight of onshore and offshore teams.
Facilitate team meetings, distribute meeting notes, drive consensus, and maintain progress reporting.
Identify risks, complete risk assessments, and implement robust action plans for mitigation.
Communicate project milestones, dependencies, risks, and issues to leadership; manage scope changes, costs, and schedules as needed.
Help the team prioritize multiple initiatives and foster collaboration for seamless project execution.
________________________________________
What You'll Be Working On
Your primary focus will be leading the implementation of multiple parts-system projects, ensuring alignment with the organization's supply chain initiatives and governance frameworks.
_______________________________________
Requirements
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Project Management PMP certification or completion of a recognized project management curriculum preferred.
Demonstrated ability as a self-starter in creating and updating project plans with minimal oversight.
Excellent presentation skills, capable of delivering updates to stakeholders across all organizational levels.
Advanced experience managing complex, cross-functional projects with broad organizational impact.
Proficiency in program and project plan development, risk management, and monitoring.
In-depth knowledge of SOX compliance and implementation.
Advanced understanding of project management methodologies, including both Waterfall and Agile/Scrum techniques.
Experience in supply chain systems such as BlueYonder, mainframe integrations, and ETL processes.
Familiarity with Clarity, OpenWorkBench, and/or MUX systems, as well as proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
Background in handling RFPs and vendor selection processes.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with a history of driving results and resolving challenges in ambiguous environments.
Experience in automotive industries (preferred).
Exceptional attention to granular details.
Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use.
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