Lead, Project Manager

Company OverviewWherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality.” We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future.We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you’re made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need.Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.Job CategoryGeneral ManagementPosition SummaryThis full-time position is part of the Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) Project Management Office (PMO). The position will lead multiple projects, with cross-functional teammate representation. The position will be responsible for the overall direction, coordination, execution, and implementation of these projects.ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities :The role of the project manager encompasses many activities including:

Planning and Defining Scope

Manage the development of project documents from project charter through project closure with the use of PMI methodology (Project Management Framework)

Task Planning and Sequencing

Resource Planning: identify all the internal and external resources whether required for completing the project successfully

Develop the project schedule; plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools; track project milestones and deliverables

Control management

Measuring: evaluate project progress toward objectives

Evaluating: Determine the cause of deviations from the plan

Correcting: Collaborate with the project team to identify and implement corrective actions to address deviations

Manage Project Documentation

Maintain and store project documentation in project repository

Monitoring and reporting project progress

Create weekly status reports and provide regular project updates to Leadership

Facilitate project meetings

Create structured agendas, meeting minutes, and clear outcomes to accomplish results

Risk and Issue management

Identify and manage project dependencies, risks, and issues. Works with the team to avoid risks, mitigate issues, and devise contingency plans

Vendor Management

Coordinate and monitor vendor activities and administer vendor deliverables and finances

Change Management

Proactively manage changes in project scope, schedule, or budget

Communication

Plan and execute an efficient communication strategy for ensuring effective communication with all team members and stakeholder

Present results to executive team and other members of the organization

Status report and communicate across the organization to both internal and external stakeholders

Effectively communicate risks/issues and associated mitigation plans

Coaching and Guidance

Effectively communicate project expectations and guidance to the team members about every aspect of the project so that the team members can understand their tasks fully and act efficiently

Qualifications:Required Experience and Skills:

Minimum of 5 years project management experience

Leadership skills; capable of managing a collaborative project team

Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills

Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities needed to navigate ambiguity

Results oriented with the ability to drive a project team in an effective manner

Strong organizational skills

Proactive with a sense of foresight to plan long-term projects

Ability to motivate teammates

Ability to work well independently as well as in teams

Ability to prioritize and multi-task

Must be flexible and adapt to change

Ability to lead multi-location teams/stakeholders

Preferred Experience:

Proficient with Microsoft Project

Knowledge of project management techniques and tools

Experience managing projects aligned with the PMI framework

PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Possesses skills in Vendor Management

Research, evaluate, recommend, & contract with vendors

Manage vendor performance and results

SharePoint experience

Microsoft Teams experience

Business analyst experience

Microsoft Access Database experience

Minimum QualificationsTypically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years of experience; or equivalent work experienceBridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Employment EligibilityIf hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.