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Job Summary:

This position is a vital role within the IT Project Management Office (PMO), responsible for assisting the PMO in the successful planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects. This role works closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and vendors to ensure project objectives are achieved within the defined scope, schedule, and budget. This role requires a strong understanding of project management methodologies, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively.

Job Description:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned):

• Assist in project planning and execution:
• Collaborate with IT Project Managers to develop project plans, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Support the coordination and execution of project activities, ensuring adherence to project management best practices.
• Assist in identifying project risks, issues, and dependencies, and propose mitigation strategies.
• Stakeholder management:
• Engage and collaborate with project stakeholders to understand their requirements and expectations.
• Communicate project updates, progress, and key milestones to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to foster collaboration and ensure project success.
• Project coordination and tracking:
• Assist in coordinating project resources, tasks, and deliverables across cross-functional teams.
• Monitor project progress, track key metrics, and report on project status to the PMO.
• Support the maintenance of project documentation, including project plans, risk logs, and change requests.
• Quality assurance and risk management:
• Contribute to ensuring project deliverables meet quality standards and align with business requirements.
• Identify and assess project risks, and assist in the development and implementation of risk mitigation plans.
• Participate in project reviews and lessons learned sessions to continuously improve project delivery processes.
• Collaboration and teamwork:
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, promoting effective communication and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including development, infrastructure, and business analysis teams, to ensure project success.
• Act as a point of contact for team members, providing guidance and support as needed.

SCOPE & IMPACT:

This position takes on a crucial role in supporting the planning, executing, and overseeing IT projects within the organization. Collaborating with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams, they ensure successful project delivery within scope, budget, and timelines.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in IT project management or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Solid organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve project-related issues.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, ServiceNow) is preferred.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• PMP Certificate

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment / no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands.

OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Job Description:

Weekly Hours:

40

Benefits for Employees in the US:

Benefit offerings to employee and their families include: Medical, Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance available 401k retirement plan with company match of up to 6%. Paid time off includes: 9-11 paid holidays each year, two weeks’ prorated vacation as a new hire and either personal time (non-exempt only) or state mandated sick time.

More information can be found via: 2025 La-Z-Boy Benefits Overview

At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of upmost importance as we work together to build comfort. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table. If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at recruiting@la-z-boy.com or by calling 734-242-1444.