Associate Project Manager
Argano · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $85,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Manage Pigment EPM implementations from start to finish.
- Uphold project delivery standards and methodologies.
- Act as a key advisor to customer stakeholders.
- Drive project success through strong leadership.
- Contribute to team growth and process improvement.
About the role
Associate Project Manager - Argano Pigment EPM Practice
Argano is seeking an Associate Project Manager to join our Pigment Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) practice. This role is vital for the planning, execution, and closure of projects, ensuring they meet scope, timeline, and budget requirements. While specific Pigment experience isn't mandatory, a strong foundation in leadership, organization, communication, and project management methodologies is essential.
Responsibilities
- Lead the successful delivery of complex Pigment EPM implementations, managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and customer satisfaction.
- Uphold standard delivery methodologies, including project planning, status reporting, risk and issue management, and project governance.
- Serve as the primary delivery leader and trusted advisor to customer stakeholders, building strong relationships.
- Lead executive status meetings and strategic customer discussions, driving accountability across teams.
- Act as a senior point of escalation for delivery and operational issues, proactively resolving challenges.
- Partner with Solution Architects and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between business requirements and solution design.
- Drive project staffing, resource allocation, and capacity planning for successful delivery.
- Support delivery forecasting and project financial performance, monitoring burn and margin.
- Contribute to project estimation, statement of work development, and pre-sales workshops.
- Develop expertise in Pigment implementation methodologies, deployment strategies, and platform capabilities.
- Mentor and coach consultants and Solution Implementation Managers to enhance delivery capabilities.
- Promote operational rigor and continuous improvement in delivery processes.
- Understand customer priorities to identify opportunities for expanded solutions and services.
- Partner with account teams to support customer retention and revenue expansion.
- Support pipeline readiness and portfolio planning by providing input on resource requirements.
- Champion customer success and advocate for both customer and delivery organization to ensure positive outcomes.
Key Skills/Competency
- Project Management
- EPM Implementation
- Stakeholder Management
- Risk Management
- Resource Allocation
- Delivery Methodology
- Customer Relationship Management
- Financial Performance
- Team Leadership
- Continuous Improvement
Skills & topics
- Associate Project Manager
- Project Management
- EPM
- Pigment
- Consulting
- Implementation
- Stakeholder Management
- Agile
- Scrum
- PMP
- Enterprise Performance Management
- FP&A
- WFP
- S&OP
- Connected Planning
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your project management experience, leadership, and communication skills, emphasizing achievements in complex implementations and stakeholder management.
- Showcase your methodology knowledge: Demonstrate your understanding of project management frameworks, Agile principles, and how you've applied them to drive successful project delivery.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss your experience in managing risks, resolving escalations, and building strong customer relationships.
- Research Argano's values: Understand their focus on high-performance operations and digital transformation to align your answers with their company culture.
Technical preparation
Study Pigment EPM platform functionalities.,Review Agile and Scrum methodologies.,Understand project governance principles.,Familiarize with project financial tracking.
Behavioral questions
Describe a challenging stakeholder situation.,How do you handle project escalations?,Share an example of risk mitigation.,How do you ensure customer satisfaction?
Frequently asked questions
- What specific experience is required for the Associate Project Manager role at Argano?
- While direct Pigment experience is not required, Argano seeks candidates with at least 3 years of consulting, project management, or implementation experience. This should include demonstrated leadership in complex, cross-functional implementations, managing executive stakeholders, and a strong understanding of project management methodologies.
- Is PMP or Agile certification necessary for the Associate Project Manager position at Argano?
- Agile, Scrum, or PMP certification is preferred but not strictly required. While these certifications can strengthen your application, Argano emphasizes practical experience in project management, leadership, and stakeholder engagement.
- What is the typical career progression for an Associate Project Manager at Argano?
- As an Associate Project Manager at Argano, you can expect to grow into more senior project management roles, potentially leading larger and more complex EPM implementations. The role also offers opportunities to mentor junior staff and contribute to the continuous improvement of Argano's delivery processes.
- Does Argano offer opportunities for professional development in EPM and project management?
- Yes, Argano encourages continuous learning and professional development. The role involves developing deep knowledge of Pigment implementation methodologies and platform capabilities, and you'll have opportunities to mentor other consultants, fostering a learning environment.
- How does Argano support its Associate Project Managers in managing challenging projects?
- The Associate Project Manager acts as a senior point of escalation, and Argano fosters a collaborative environment. You'll partner closely with Solution Architects and cross-functional teams, and have the support of experienced colleagues to proactively resolve challenges and maintain project health.
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