Project Manager

Job category: Continuous improvement and project management
Job posting ID: 8198

Employment status: Regular full-time

Classification: MGMT
Salary/Rate of pay: $89894 - 108493

Application deadline:

• This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services All employees must apply via the internal career page.

Together we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood plasma stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team join Canadas Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work live and play.

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular full-time Project Manager to join our dynamic Supply Chain Planning team supporting planning and production distribution and logistics projects. The work of a Project Manager is integral to Canadian Blood Services role as Canadas Biological Lifeline.

In this role you will be responsible for the planning management design development and implementation of projects supporting the supply chain change agenda. You will coordinate lead and manage the activities of all stakeholders involved in the project team to achieve project objectives in accordance with established cost and time parameters. You may manage two or more large projects simultaneously.

Formula for Success

• Leveraging your project management experience you will overseethe execution of the project proposal or business case to realize the vision proposed solution risk mitigations resources and benefits for the proposed project.
• Utilizing your collaboration skills you will work with the project team and steering committee to recruit project team members while leveraging your leadership and engagement skills to oversee support and direct project team members in staying engaged with the plan and effectively accomplishing the goals and objectives of the project.
• Drawing on your project leadership experience you will monitor and document the overall project plan and budget ensuring the project meets timelines targets and expectations based on the established parameters providing regular project status updates to all key partners on behalf of the project team.
• Utilizing your communication teamwork skills and project experience you will coordinate the activities of the project team steering committee internal and external partners to develop the project plan define deliverables identify roles and responsibilities establish timelines and communications training strategies implementation and evaluation strategies risk management costs transition and close-out plans.
• Drawing on your decision-making expertise you will make decisions that impact project deliverables costs and timelines which will impact other business areas.
• Using yourrisk management expertise identify monitor and mitigate substantial risks with implications beyond the project.

Desired Education & Skills

• Post-secondary level education preferably a university degree in a related field.
• A minimum of 6years of related experience.
• Certification in Project Management such as the PRINCE2 or Project Management Professional (PMP) is an asset.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in program or project management and leadership skills is required.
• Proficiency with related software tools including Microsoft project professional MSPO is an asset.
• General management experience including accountability for budgets and people.
• Ability to analyze complex problems interpret business needs and develop integrated innovative solutions.
• Ability to create a cross-functional team environment that promotes high performance.
• Ability to deal with senior management and external stakeholders on highly complex or sensitive issues.

What We Offer You

• 4 weeks vacation.
• Annual performance award up to 8%.
• Comprehensive group health dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee discounts wellness program professional resources.

What You Can Expect

• This role will be based at Canadian Blood Services 100 Parkshore Dr Brampton ON location and expected to have an in-person presence 5 days of the week.
• You will work Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week 7.5 hours a day. Additional hours may be required depending on project requirements.
• Travel may be required to attend meetings workshops events and to meet project committments.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canadas population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

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