technical project manager Nantwich, England

Genus plc

Full Time Nantwich, England 75757 - 51890 GBP ANNUAL Today

Job description

Business Overview:

Genus is a FTSE 250 company headquartered in the UK and listed on the London Stock Exchange. With around $600 million in revenue, with approximately 3,500 employees worldwide.

Genus is a global market leader in bovine and porcine genetic improvement. Genus helps its customers worldwide in the dairy, beef, and porcine supply chains. Genus’ vision of “pioneering animal genetic improvement to help nourish the world” is supported by its core values to be customer-centric, results-driven, pioneering, people-focused and responsible.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive individual to support our Programme Manager in coordinating and managing enterprise systems deployment projects. The Junior Project Manager will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful execution of project activities, including testing events, conference room pilots, and overall project logistics. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, persistence, resilience, and the ability to motivate and coordinate cross-functional teams. The role presents an ideal opportunity for individuals wishing to make the transition from Project Coordinator to

Project Manager, with a clear career pathway.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist the Programme Manager in coordinating and executing project activities, ensuring adherence to timelines and deliverables.

Coordinate logistics for testing events, conference room pilots, and other project-related activities, including scheduling, venue booking, travel arrangements, and equipment setup.

Act as a central point of contact for project team members, stakeholders, and external vendors,

facilitating effective communication and ensuring alignment.

Track and monitor project progress, milestones, and action items, and follow up with team members to ensure tasks are completed on time.

Collaborate with the Programme Manager to prepare and distribute project-related documentation, including meeting agendas, minutes, status reports, and presentations.
Support the preparation of project plans, schedules, and resource allocation, ensuring accuracy and timely updates.

Assist in the identification and management of project risks and issues, escalating them to the Project Manager when necessary.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes, tools, and methodologies.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree

Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English [and any additional required languages].

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project).

Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization.

Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and quality in work.

Proven ability to work independently and take initiative, while also being a collaborative team player.

Previous experience in project coordination or administration is desirable, but not mandatory.

Familiarity with enterprise systems deployment projects or prior exposure to such projects would be an advantage.

Must possess a tenacious approach – the role holder will need to chase down Senior Consultants and Senior Leaders, so must possess a strong character and be resilient conistently

Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as required ; flexibility on working hours, different timezones

Language skills would be advantageous, especially Spanish

Equal Employment Opportunities:

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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