Project Coordinator III (non-IT)

Job Title:	Project Coordinator III
Location:	North Chicago, IL 60064
Duration:	05+ months (possible extension)
Shift Timing:	Monday to Friday; business standard hours

Pay Rate: $35 - $37 per hour.

Purpose:
Describe the primary goals, objectives or functions or outputs of this position.

• The Senior Project Coordinator s primary function is to develop, execute, and manage assigned projects and programs in a compliant manner and within budget. The Senior Project Coordinator will own and drive multiple projects while working directly with key stakeholders and leaders. This role is accountable for managing/coordinating significant projects that have major compliance and budgetary impact to the business. This role has a significant impact by improvement and optimization programs with large scope to the organization and stakeholders.

Responsibilities:
List up to 10 main responsibilities for the job. Include information about the accountability and scope.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Identify, offer and promote innovative ideas and solutions to maximize business opportunities to address challenges in assigned areas of responsibility
• Creates impact with ideas for the larger organization and anticipates and responds to changes
• Influence others and act as a credible and respected role model (coach/mentor) and resource among peers for onboarding/training new employees
• Responsible for managing and coordinating project and program budgets for key global projects and initiatives
• Works with internal and external resource contacts to secure necessary resources to deliver on project plans, meetings and events
• Provides direct support of the organization supporting the leadership team
• Acquire, maintain and track data on various projects, including metrics and timely reporting
• Fulfil business process and system owner responsibilities as assigned
• Manages stakeholder relationships and expectations.

Qualifications:
List required and preferred qualifications (up to 10). Include education, skills and experience.

• Bachelor degree preferred and/or equivalent years of experience. 4+ years of overall multi-function experience preferred
• Two years of project management and leadership skills preferred
• Strong leadership skills to effectively influence and manage within a matrix environment a plus
• Problem solving skills essential for issue resolution and to develop recommendations
• Must be able to interact with all levels of management in support of project advancement
• Financial management for projects and operations requiring minimal supervision
• Strong understanding of client s organization and logistics model preferred