Senior Project Manager (Remoto)

Senior Project Manager

Location: BRASIL
Languages: English and Portuguese required

Contractor scheme/freelancer/W8 for a full time job

Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager with a PMP certification and strong background in Manufacturing and Supply Chain. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in multiple project management methodologies, excellent communication skills, and experience as a Business Analyst. This role requires leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage projects across multiple business units while presenting to senior management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and motivate project teams to achieve objectives, ensuring accountability and adherence to project milestones.
• Own the full project lifecycle, from initiation through deployment, for major and multiple minor initiatives simultaneously.
• Manage multiple projects or programs, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Track and report project success metrics, risks, issues, and deliverables to leadership.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery.
• Prepare detailed project estimates, plans, and schedules.
• Procure and manage project resources, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope.
• Facilitate project meetings and communicate status, dependencies, and risks across stakeholders.
• Manage project scope, changes, and quality control throughout SDLC.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business leaders, stakeholders, and vendors.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
• PMP certification and Agile training/certification required.
• 10+ years of experience managing projects in a cross-functional environment.
• 5+ years of experience gathering business requirements and documenting processes.
• Strong experience with SDLC methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Scrum).
• Proficiency in project management and productivity tools (MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint, Planview, Clarity PPM, ServiceNow, SmartSheet, Lucid Chart).
• Proven ability to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in line with business objectives.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience influencing and gaining buy-in from executive sponsors, teams, and stakeholders.
• Experience negotiating vendor contracts and managing project budgets.

Top Skills and Competencies:

• Leadership & Team Coaching
• Strategic Planning & Execution
• Process Improvement & Problem-Solving
• Stakeholder Management & Communication
• Budgeting & Resource Management
• Performance Management & Attention to Detail
• Analytical & Critical Thinking

Preferred:

• Experience in Manufacturing and Supply Chain projects.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment.
• Flexible to work outside standard hours to coordinate with global teams.
• Commitment to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Tipo de puesto: Tiempo completo, Por contrato
Duración del contrato: 12 meses

Pregunta(s) de postulación:

• Do you hold a PMP certification and/or Agile certification?
• Do you have experience leading projects in Manufacturing or Supply Chain?
• Are you comfortable leading teams and presenting results to senior management?
• Are you familiar with project management tools like MS Project, Planview, or SmartSheet?
• Are you fluent in English and Portuguese (spoken and written)?
• What is your salary expectation for a contractor role, paid in USD per month?