Project Manager

Position: Project Manager

Location: Markham, ON

Hybrid

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. Amphenol Corporation is one of the world's largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors as well as cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive.

Amphenol's High Speed IO Connectors and OverPass Solutions Business Unit is a market leader in high-speed, high-bandwidth interconnect solutions used in servers, storage, networking equipment, and data center infrastructure. Our products enable reliable, low-loss data transmission in some of the world's most advanced IT and Datacom platforms, helping power the technology behind leading Tier 1 OEMs. With global design, sales, and manufacturing teams, we are growing quickly and continuing to invest in our people and products. This role is a chance to make a real impact as part of a collaborative, fast-moving team within Amphenol's decentralized culture, where ideas are heard, initiative is encouraged, and teams are empowered to make decisions with clear accountability.

Job Description:

As an IT Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, executing, and delivering projects focused on aligning global and local technology strategies for IT Infrastructure (Servers & Network), ERP Systems, solutions integration, Robotics Process Automation (RPA), data analytics and digital transformation through disciplined project execution, cross-functional department coordination and value-driven delivery of enterprise solutions operating under established governance. This role operates at the intersection of business strategy, enterprise technology, and operational execution, ensuring initiatives deliver measurable business value while maintaining strong governance, compliance, and stakeholder alignment.

The ideal candidate must have solid experience in deploying enterprise Technology Solutions and ERP implementations, capable of adapting and tailoring projects with appropriate but effective delivery approaches (Waterfall, Agile, or hybrid) to meet operational, regulatory and integration requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Manage and ensure project objectives of scope, cost and schedule are successfully delivered with quality within the full project lifecycle from initiation through closure.
• Plan and manage ERP solution integration, data analytics enhancements and project implementation to ensure business objectives and stakeholder needs and expectations are met.
• Lead end-to-end delivery Cloud, and Network, and Cybersecurity infrastructure projects with cross-functional departments across global sites.
• Understand technology architecture inter-dependencies between technology, operations and business needs.
• Work closely with other Technical Leads, Product Owners and Process Owners to ensure the success of the portfolio and the projects.
• Proactively identify, quantify, and track project issues and risks to ensure timely resolution and successful outcomes.
• Work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork, innovation and excellence
• Participate and/or drive vendor selections and proposals for evaluation by appropriate key stakeholders
• Develop and manage all aspects of project engagement from planning, external vendor relationships, communications, resources, budget, change, risks and issues
• Track project performance using defined metrics, baselines, and variance analysis & provide clear status reporting.
• Lead ERP Testing development efforts within the confines of appropriate project management methodology, change management and best practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced Agile environment and with working knowledge delivering automation using Scrum/Kanban software project management methodologies.
• Develop and deliver progress reports and presentations to various audiences, including project teams, sponsors, senior leadership and key stakeholders
• Manage departments and other stakeholder expectations to maintain productive and engaged relationships
• Ensure projects comply with governance, regulatory, and cybersecurity requirements.
• Maintain RAID logs, Chase List and other artifacts and ensure timely escalation and mitigation of risks and issues.
• Deliver appropriate and effective executive level communication.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5-8 years of direct IT work experience with a focus on service delivery and/or project management
• University Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field
• Proven track record managing large, complex IT programs in enterprise environments.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, software development (SDLC), cloud technologies, and/or enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, ITSM).
• Minimum of 3-5 years implementing IT server deployments, network infrastructure and cybersecurity initiatives.
• Minimum 3-5 years of project management experience in implementing high complexity, business solutions with specific ERP implementation experience focused on manufacturing supply chain such as, sales order, inventory, material management and financials implementation.
• Strong understanding of information security best practices and audit compliance requirements
• Ability to manage project budgets, vendor contracts, and offshore/onshore resources.
• Experience in end-to-end project management of well-known ERP systems such as QAD Adaptive, SAP S/4HANA, NetSuite, etc. is an absolute advantage.
• Proficiency in project management PPM and Agile collaboration tools (e.g., ServiceNow SPM, Microsoft Project, Excel, Monday.com, Jira, Smartsheet, Asana, Lucid, Visio, etc.)
• Experience in leading teams, large enterprise projects, business analysts, managed service consultants is considered an asset
• Knowledge with Business Intelligence/Data Analytics, Datawarehouse, and Database systems is an asset.
• Basic understanding with any of RPA, automation and PLCs and Manufacturing systems is a plus.
• Experience with project risk management tools and techniques
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional presentation and communications skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (required).
• Ability to speak Chinese (Mandarin) and/or Vietnamese is considered an asset.
• ITIL knowledge and certification is an asset
• PMP certification is an asset

Why Work for Us?

• Competitive salary and employee incentive plans.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, and travel insurance.
• Health Care Spending Account and company pension plan.
• A collaborative and engaging workplace.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Access to a recreation club with social events, summer BBQs, and holiday parties.

Come join the Amphenol family!

The base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000 annually. In determining the rate of pay, Amphenol considers a variety of nondiscriminatory factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant industry experience, qualifications, skills, and education. It would be rare for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a given role. Base salary is one facet of Amphenol's total rewards package which includes participation in our comprehensive benefits program with medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, life insurance, short/long term disability, and membership in our Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our main focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.