Job Description
· Responsible for the preparation and development of the project plans, goals, and budgets; identifying resources needed
· Developing schedules and methods for measuring results
· Guiding and performing strategic analysis for the project
· Organizing and managing all phases of the project to ensure on-time completion
· Assembling and coordinating project team members; assigning individual responsibilities
· Managing stakeholders and overseeing the preparation and dissemination of project communications
· Facilitate coordination of activities with other project teams to manage dependency.
· Define, mitigate, manage and communicate risks and issues.
Key Qualifications:
· Good functional knowledge in Informatica MDM
· Must have 10+ years of experience as full-time project manager (directly managing the team).
· Has experience in implementation of Master Data Management projects
· Very conversant with different project management frameworks (e.g. Scrum, PMP, Kanban) and preferably certified
· Demonstrated experience in managing minimally 2 large projects (> 1year, > 30 people, > USD 5mill )
Good to have:
· Good practical knowledge of developing WBS, Risk management, Issue management , Dependency management
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.
Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
While our system allows applications in all languages, job required language(s) and proficiency level(s) vary. However, basic English proficiency is required for Company-wide communications purposes. Further, for roles located in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required to communicate with our global clients.