IT Project Manager

About the position

We are looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to join our team at Johnson Health Tech, a leading manufacturer of fitness equipment. In this role, you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects across various departments, ensuring they align with the company's business objectives and enhance operational efficiency. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to manage budgets, timelines, resources, and risks, all while ensuring that technology solutions meet the needs of our manufacturing processes, product development, and customer support.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of IT projects, including system integrations, software deployments, infrastructure upgrades, and manufacturing technology improvements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including internal teams, vendors, and senior leadership, ensuring clear communication regarding project objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
• Develop project budgets, allocate resources, and ensure project goals are completed on time and within budget. Track and report on project financials and resource utilization.
• Identify potential risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle. Proactively develop mitigation strategies and ensure any challenges are addressed promptly to prevent delays or cost overruns.
• Work with various departments including manufacturing, R&D, IT, supply chain, and marketing to ensure technology projects support business goals and improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, timelines, deliverables, and post-project reviews. Provide regular status updates to senior management.
• Manage relationships with third-party vendors and contractors, ensuring adherence to timelines, quality standards, and contract terms.
• Continuously assess project management processes, identify areas for improvement, and implement best practices to increase efficiency and reduce time-to-market for key IT initiatives.
• Ensure effective change management processes are in place to support the adoption of new technologies, systems, or processes by employees and other stakeholders.
• Ensure all projects comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and company policies, including data protection, manufacturing standards, and regulatory compliance specific to the fitness equipment sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is highly preferred.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in managing IT projects, preferably in a technology-driven environment.
• Experience in the fitness equipment industry, manufacturing or similar sectors is a plus.
• Proven track record of successfully managing IT projects, including system implementation, infrastructure upgrades, and software development.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing systems, ERP solutions, and other technologies used in the fitness equipment industry.
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Asana, or similar platforms).
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate teams, manage stakeholders, and negotiate with vendors.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to managing risks and issues.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Health & Dental Insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off benefits
• Product discounts
• Wellness programs