Associate IT Project Manager

$56,000 - $83,000/Yr

Perdue - Salisbury, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

Salisbury, MD

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Associate IT Project Manager role at Perdue Farms is an entry-level position aimed at recent graduates or early career professionals interested in project management. The position involves assisting in the management of IT projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget. This role is based at the Salisbury, MD Corporate Offices and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of project tasks and activities.
• Support the development of project plans including timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure tasks are completed as scheduled.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including status reports, meeting minutes, and action items.
• Communicate project updates to stakeholders and team members.
• Assist in preparing presentations for project reviews and status meetings.
• Provide general administrative support to the project management team.
• Assist with scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and organizing project-related documentation.
• Contribute to the evaluation and improvement of project management processes and methodologies.
• Assist in implementing project management best practices and tools.
• Support the resolution of project issues, risks, actions, and key decisions. Escalate as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Project Management, or a related field OR equivalent experience.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of project management principles and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Planview (Clarizen), Jira) is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced setting.

Nice-to-haves

• Basic understanding of project management principles and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) is a plus.
• Familiarity with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Planview (Clarizen), Jira) is desirable.

Benefits

• Medical/Rx insurance
• 401(k) with employer match after 1 year
• Critical illness insurance
• Accident insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Optional group life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability protection
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off