Senior Project Management - Data Engineering

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Macy's is more than just a store. We're a story. One that's captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions...about inspiring stores and irresistible products...about the excitement of the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We've been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.

Job Overview

The Senior, Project Management is an Agile-savvy, technically proficient professional who owns and manages the planning, execution, and delivery of development projects. They partner closely with producers, developers, operations, QA, and project, program, and domain management teams to ensure successful project outcomes. As a skilled communicator in a team-oriented, technical environment, this role drives alignment and facilitates collaboration across all stakeholders.

What You Will Do

• Own and manage complex projects or multiple concurrent projects, overseeing all activities to ensure successful execution and final delivery.
• Develop and maintain the project roadmap, manage the plan, implement necessary adjustments, and communicate status, issues, and updates to the team, PMO, and domain management.
• Proactively remove blockers and escalate issues or risks with appropriate urgency.
• Apply existing standards and processes consistently throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead change management processes to ensure smooth adoption and implementation of project initiatives.
• Facilitate team planning, communication, negotiation, and self-management to drive alignment and productivity.
• Serve as Iteration Manager, administering the iteration lifecycle, backlog, and story cards in VersionOne.
• Ensure completion of project audit controls and closeout activities.
• Onboard and coach other project managers in processes, issue resolution, and audit compliance.
• Actively pursue learning opportunities to acquire skills and knowledge that support macys.com's growth and innovation.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and communicate lessons learned to relevant stakeholders.
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.
• In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned.

Skills You Will Need

Agile Proficiency: Strong understanding and application of Agile methodologies.

Technical Expertise: Solid technical background, particularly in development projects, with experience in retail/ecommerce preferred.

Project Management: Ability to manage complex projects or multiple projects, overseeing all related activities and ensuring successful execution and delivery.

Roadmap and Planning: Skilled in creating project roadmaps, managing plans, making adjustments, and effectively communicating status and issues to stakeholders.

Change Management: Drive and manage change management processes.

Facilitation: Excellent facilitation skills for planning, communication, negotiation, and promoting self-management within teams.

Software Development Knowledge: Deep understanding of the software development lifecycle, QA, testing methodologies, and experience across all SDLC phases.

Communication Skills: Clear, concise, and continuous communication, with the ability to present to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Leadership and Interpersonal Skills: Strong leadership, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, able to work across functional lines and at multiple organizational levels.

Creative and Strategic Thinking: Ability to think creatively, strategically, and technically to solve complex problems.

Certifications: PMI or CSM certifications are helpful but not required.

Who You Are

• Candidates with a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply.
• 6 plus years managing enterprise-level software development projects from initiation through completion, ideally ecommerce initiatives. 4 plus years of experience managing software development efforts using Agile (Scrum, XP, lean, etc.).
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands/fingers to touch, handle, and feel. Occasionally required to move about the workplace and reach with hands and arms. Requires close vision.
• Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.

What We Can Offer You

Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.

Some additional benefits we offer include:

• Merchandise discounts
• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
• Tuition reimbursement

Access the full menu of benefits offerings here.

About Us

This is a great time to join Macy's! Whether you're helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people's lives.

Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - Apply Today!

This job description is not all-inclusive. Macy's, Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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