Associate Project Manager

RaceTrac Company Overview Job Description: The Associate Project Manager is responsible for supporting the Project Managers with overseeing and coordinating projects, contributing to strategic project planning to support cross-functional and companywide initiatives. What You’ll Do This individual will be instrumental in ensuring optimal project performance by driving insights from data, establishing KPIs, monitoring and evaluating the overall project(s). They will also leverage critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to serve as a strategic partner to the business and the project team with a desire to learn and grow. Up to 10% travel may be required. What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree from a 4‑year College or University; a focus on finance, business communications, or related field preferred. 0‑2 years’ experience within a business, consulting, or analytical role preferred; a focus on engineering, finance, management, information systems and/or business‑related field preferred. Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills. Ability to adapt to an ever‑changing environment. Excellent communication skills, written and verbal. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred, proficiency in Excel, and Visio a plus. Experience in project management software, smart sheets is a plus. Responsibilities Conduct research and leverage data and other information to generate metrics and evaluate project readiness. Provide recommendations to support project completion. Administer team logistics, including but not limited to: team meetings, conference calls, meeting minutes, action items, and basic follow‑up items. Support the entire project management cycle of multiple projects, assisting the Project Managers with moderately complex projects. May lead smaller‑scale projects through completion. Work closely with cross‑functional departments to learn the product or service with the goal of being the subject matter expert across the organization. Proactively identify and communicate organization changes, partnering with Project Managers to identify potential downstream impacts on existing or projects in the pipeline. Collaborate cross‑functionally to understand business requirements and provide recommendations based on those requirements and other initiatives across the organization. Facilitate inter‑department communication to ensure timely dissemination of information and awareness of the team’s activities. Qualifications All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr