Project Manager, Bethlehem, PA / IT Strategy & Innovation 

• Location: Bethlehem, PA
• Working hours: Full-time
• Work model: Hybrid [3 days in office & days home]
• Contract type / duration: Permanent

As a part of the IT Innovation & Strategy function you will have a key role in driving and coordinating projects for Scandinavian Tobacco Group, as part of our SAP S/4HANA global ERP implementation. As part of this process, you will work with the senior stakeholders and core Project Management Office (PMO) team members, leading execution as a Project Manager on certain projects. The range of projects focuses mostly on digital and functional topics (IT, commercial, operational, etc.).

You will contribute with professional sparring on project management, risk mitigation, stakeholder management, resource management, and cross-collaboration with project team members. Additionally, you will be responsible for developing timelines, work breakdown structures and staying within project scope and budget. Our team is based in Copenhagen, and you will be reporting directly to Head of IT Portfolio Management Office in North America.

 
What your day will look like

In this role, you will typically focus on:

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedule, budget, and monitoring expenditures
• Develop and maintain all required project management materials followed by guidelines
• Manage scope, resources, timelines, costs/budget, quality, communication, and procurements to meet the goals of the project
• Ensure that project plans and schedules are established and maintained, ensuring that deliverables are completed in a timely and accurate manner
• Establish project governance, conduct formal presentations, coordinate with all project stakeholders, and ensure that appropriate project controls are instituted
• Work with personnel within various teams that are responsible for the systems to develop necessary project management, change management, risk management, rollout, and training plans
• Work with cross-functional business teams to develop stakeholder communication plans to train and/or reach program participants
• Drive business analysis to support decision-making on various opportunities identified across the organization.

What you’ll bring 

You have a proven track record of project management. Technical or digital projects are bonuses.

• You work in a systematic, structured, and analytical way
• You have a general understanding of financial reporting and corporate finance
• You are experienced in projects managing medium to large teams
• You find an inner ignite in project management, but you also take great pride in the execution
• You are motivated by navigating between many internal stakeholders in an international organization
• Analytical mindset and ability to work with Excel, PowerPoint, and other MS Office programs
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

 Working at STG & What to expect 

At Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG), we are so much more than what meets the eye. We combine the strength of global brands with the entrepreneurial mindset that allows people to make a real impact. Here you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, collaborate across borders, and help shape what's next.  At STG you'll find more than a role—you'll find opportunities to grow, collaborate across borders, and make a meaningful impact.

For this role, the Annual Base Salary ranges from $105,000 to $115,000/yr corresponding to the level of the position, expected experience and responsibilities.

Ready to be part of something bigger? Apply now and discover much more.

What’s in an offer?

As a colleague at Scandinavian Tobacco Group, you will receive a comprehensive compensation package as a generous benefits package.

• Comprehensive Health Care, Vision & Dental Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Disability Plans
• Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Additional Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Vacation, Paid Time Off (PTO) days, Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan including a generous Company match

Scandinavian Tobacco Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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*Please be informed that this Direct Search is conducted exclusively by the Scandinavian Tobacco Group. We do not accept applications from agencies, and we will not provide compensation for unsolicited CVs.

**This position does not offer Visa sponsorship. Candidates must have valid work authorization in the United States and only qualified candidates will be contacted.