Program Manager

Research In Motion Limited® (RIM)® is a world leader in the mobile communications market and has a history of developing breakthrough wireless solutions. RIM's portfolio of award-winning products, services and embedded technologies is used by thousands of organizations around the world and includes the BlackBerry® wireless platform, the RIM Wireless Handheld™ product line, software development tools and software/hardware licensing agreements. RIM is seeking driven individuals who can take our wireless data products to the next level in the global wireless market. Are you ready to make a difference in the world of mobile communications with RIM?

POSITION SUMMARY

The Program Manager will be responsible for leading complex cross-functional projects and programs with a focus on business process re-design, and systems implementation. The successful candidate will be a highly collaborative individual and responsible for process/efficiency improvements to streamline and improve business processes. The incumbent will manage projects within defined cost, budget and quality timescales, using appropriate Project Management standards, disciplines and controls. Additional responsibilities include:
Help to develop and define project/program management standards, processes and tools to establish and maintain the Program Office
Manage key strategic internal client relationships with project stakeholders and senior management, and interact at a high level with decision-makers both internally and externally
Lead program activities involving highly skilled, cross-functional teams across multiple projects
Drive project requirements, priorities and deadlines and provide master project planning to ensure project deliverables are met according timelines and budget
Prepare and present progress reports for management.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum 5 years experience as a Project Manager with proven track record of managing a variety of projects
  • Experience leading cross functional teams and managing third party vendors
  • PMP and/or PRINCE designation
  • Six Sigma methodology
  • ITIL
  • Agile
  • Background in statistical analysis and process mapping
  • Excellent facilitation, communication, and coordination abilities

To apply for this job please use the following link:
https://rim.taleo.net/careersection/professional/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=0801172

If you're driven to take wireless technologies to the next level, it's time you join the team at RIM. We offer a challenging environment that fosters creativity and rewards excellence. Employees also have use of our award winning BlackBerry!

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Job: Information Technology
Primary Location: CA-Waterloo
Schedule: Full-time
Hire Type*: Experienced (Regular)
Travel: Yes, 10% of the time
Relocation*: Availabl

Date Posted:
Fri, September 12, 2008 1:48 PM
Company:
Research In Motion
Website:
http://https://rim.taleo.net/careersection/professional/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=0801172
 
Company:
Research In Motion
Website:
http://www.rim.net
Location:
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

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