Job Description

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  Staples is business to business. You&rsquo;re what binds us together.
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  Our merchandising team aims to deliver the best value and selection to our customers through products, services and solutions all centered around our customers&rsquo; needs. We are driven by customer insights and analytics to bring products and solutions to market seamlessly. We&rsquo;re inclusive, well-rounded professionals who have deep experience in buying, selling, negotiating, operations, design, innovation, finance and more.
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  What you&rsquo;ll be doing:
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   The Project Management team turns concepts and ideas for products into reality. They utilize expertise in project management, communication, risk mitigation, resource and timeline management to lead a cross-functional team through the define, development and launch phases of new product development projects, specification change projects, resourcing projects, and repackaging projects.
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   They are accountable for delivering the product &amp; project requirements on time while meeting our cost and quality targets. Simply put, they are our in-house project management experts related to our Staples Brands Group products.
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   The Associate Manager independently owns the development of the project timeline and the management of projects with a cross functional business team through the define, development and launch phases of new product development projects, specification change projects, resourcing projects, and repackaging projects, while ensuring adherence to project timelines.
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   The Associate Manager is the expert on project management, timeline development, the product development process, communication, and risk mitigation.
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   Concurrently manage multiple complex product development projects being responsible for the creation of the project timeline, all communication, time management, and risk mitigation related to each project.
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   Ensure delivery of projects through the define, development and launch phases which meet timing, cost, and quality targets, while exceeding customer expectations.
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   Facilitate internal cross-functional project status meetings for assigned categories with Product Engineering, Sourcing, Category Development, Merchandising, Inventory, Logistics, and Quality.
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   Present assigned projects in toll gate meetings to the SBG senior leadership team for approval at the end of each phase.
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   Be a proactive contributor in the growth of the project management discipline on the SBG team.
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   Share learnings with other project managers, train new and/or junior project managers and as requested support the PMO in the design and implementation of new processes and process improvements.
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   Maintain project schedules and project data in the PLM system.
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  What you bring to the table:
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   Results focused, quick learner who excels in a fast paced, changing environment.
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   Values open communication and has a proven history of leading a team to achieve business goals through peer collaboration.
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   Must have effective communication skills, both written and oral, be highly organized with excellent follow-up skills and the ability to successfully interface with partners on various teams, internal and external, as well as domestic and international.
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   Must have a deep interest in personally growing and developing in the Project Management field.
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   Must be comfortable with ambiguity and find enjoyment in problem solving.
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   Values continuous improvement and enjoys identifying new methods and ways to improve current processes.
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  What&rsquo;s needed- Basic Qualifications:
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   4+ years of experience effectively managing projects in product development, sourcing, or manufacturing disciplines in cross-functional environments. Experience managing projects as part of a global team a plus.
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  What&rsquo;s needed- Preferred Qualifications:
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   Bachelor's Degree. Engineering, Business, or relevant technical degree preferred.
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   Experience working in a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool creating and maintaining project schedules and project data. Knowledge of Enovia is a plus.
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   PMP certification is a plus.
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  We Offer:
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   Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups
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   Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays)
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   Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!
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