Panasonic North America
Program Manager II (PENA)
Panasonic North America, Sparks, Nevada, United States, 89494
Overview
Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Program Manager II? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PENA team today!
Responsibilities
Meet Panasonic (https://careers.na.panasonic.com/life-at-panasonic)
Meet the Recruiter: Jenny Willhoit
Explore Panasonic Careers (https://careers.na.panasonic.com/)
Panasonic Video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-x_hDfMqb0) Our Mission: Create Technologies That Move Us
Job Summary:
Panasonic Energy of North America’s is currently seeking a Program Manager-II who is responsible for timely and successful delivery of a portfolio of technology projects with a strong track record of delivering results. In this role, you will be asked to develop, execute, and deliver on project plans, driving multiple technology projects simultaneously, and communicating on status, risks, and process changes.
You will need to thrive and deliver results in an agile, ambiguous, fast-paced, dynamic business environment, operating across all levels of the organization. You will have opportunity to own and execute high impact strategic, cross-functional initiatives in an ever changing and fast-paced environment. You will be expected to effectively prioritize multiple projects/areas, manage risks, communicate, and deliver results in a systematic manner using project management tools and methodologies. Ability to leverage available technology, propose improvements based on customer requirements, and analyze data will be critical to this role.
Success in this role will include creating and implementing robust planning, prioritization, execution, and sustainment mechanisms. You will need to iterate and develop new processes, leveraging the best and creating the rest. High judgement, ability to influence, exceptional written and verbal communication skills, developing a clear cadence, and leadership are essential to success in this role. You will foster a culture of continuous improvement, providing thought leadership to and influencing change at all levels in the organization.
Essential Duties:
Actively engage in managing complex, cross functional projects, and programs with various departments.
Manage and deliver assigned projects to agreed timescales, budgets, and quality standards.
Assist in the development of the individual project scope and objectives as needed, involving all relevant stakeholders, and ensuring technical feasibility.
Develop critical path analysis for project implementation as needed.
Support in identifying potential risks or issues and implement appropriate remedies to effectively mitigate or remove barriers to project success.
Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors as needed for the flawless execution of projects (ex: project documentation and requirements are captured, signed-off and delivered solution meets stated requirements)
Drive best practices, promote knowledge sharing and close collaboration amongst various stakeholders.
Stay relevant by growing and excelling in areas of expertise and becoming a recognized thought leadership.
Ability to stay focused on execution and ensuring that projects are delivered on-time and budget.
Create and maintain project plans, reports, and dashboards that provide the project teams and project sponsors insight into project portfolio.
Provides clear and concise status updates and reports to various levels of the organization.
Assist in establishing project management processes and methodologies to ensure assigned projects meet high quality standards and stakeholder expectations.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:
To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
Qualifications
Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related fields. Relevant work experience may substitute for required education.
Essential Qualifications:
10+ years of Project and Program Management experience
Knowledge and understanding of different dimensions of technology – Infrastructure, Networking, Apps, etc.
Extensive knowledge of project management methodologies, processes, and tools
Analytically minded and goal oriented
Excellent people management skills
Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbally) with both technical and non-technical parties.
Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
Strong working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project
Highly organized, exceptional time management and task prioritization abilities
Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships.
Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal.
Flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations.
Resilient and tenacious with a propensity to persevere.
Organized with a natural inclination for planning strategy and tactics.
Must be a team player and able to work collaboratively with and through others.
Comfortable managing multiple tasks on tight timelines
Preferred:
Alignment to Panasonic’s seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)
Relevant and successful project management and/or consulting experience of highly complex, cross functional technology projects in a fast-paced, global, and dynamic organization
Deep understanding of project management methods, tools, and techniques
Has a passion for Project / Program / Portfolio Management
Physical Demands:
Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)
Sit: 40%
Walk: 30%
Stand: 20%
Lift: 10%
Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)
Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required
Travel:
As needed to support Cross sites for Panasonic Energy of North America (PENA)
About Us:
Panasonic Energy of North America (PENA) is collaborating with Tesla at a massive battery factory near Reno, Nevada which is known for its quality of life and expansive outdoor adventures. Panasonic's role at the Gigafactory is to manufacture and supply cylindrical lithium-ion cells to Tesla for their electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
Over the past few years, the Gigafactory has grown to the largest lithium-ion battery factory in the world. Together with our partner Tesla, we continue to revolutionize the lithium-ion battery space and accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy and transportation.
Our mission at PENA is to make the vision of affordable Electric Vehicles a reality by producing the world’s safest, high quality, and lowest cost batteries. Through this effort we will create a clean energy society and our products will change society’s use of and perceptions of electric power.
In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.
Supplemental Information:
Pre-employment drug testing is required. Panasonic Energy of North America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.
Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.
#LI-TA1
REQ-147759
Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Program Manager II? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PENA team today!
Responsibilities
Meet Panasonic (https://careers.na.panasonic.com/life-at-panasonic)
Meet the Recruiter: Jenny Willhoit
Explore Panasonic Careers (https://careers.na.panasonic.com/)
Panasonic Video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-x_hDfMqb0) Our Mission: Create Technologies That Move Us
Job Summary:
Panasonic Energy of North America’s is currently seeking a Program Manager-II who is responsible for timely and successful delivery of a portfolio of technology projects with a strong track record of delivering results. In this role, you will be asked to develop, execute, and deliver on project plans, driving multiple technology projects simultaneously, and communicating on status, risks, and process changes.
You will need to thrive and deliver results in an agile, ambiguous, fast-paced, dynamic business environment, operating across all levels of the organization. You will have opportunity to own and execute high impact strategic, cross-functional initiatives in an ever changing and fast-paced environment. You will be expected to effectively prioritize multiple projects/areas, manage risks, communicate, and deliver results in a systematic manner using project management tools and methodologies. Ability to leverage available technology, propose improvements based on customer requirements, and analyze data will be critical to this role.
Success in this role will include creating and implementing robust planning, prioritization, execution, and sustainment mechanisms. You will need to iterate and develop new processes, leveraging the best and creating the rest. High judgement, ability to influence, exceptional written and verbal communication skills, developing a clear cadence, and leadership are essential to success in this role. You will foster a culture of continuous improvement, providing thought leadership to and influencing change at all levels in the organization.
Essential Duties:
Actively engage in managing complex, cross functional projects, and programs with various departments.
Manage and deliver assigned projects to agreed timescales, budgets, and quality standards.
Assist in the development of the individual project scope and objectives as needed, involving all relevant stakeholders, and ensuring technical feasibility.
Develop critical path analysis for project implementation as needed.
Support in identifying potential risks or issues and implement appropriate remedies to effectively mitigate or remove barriers to project success.
Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors as needed for the flawless execution of projects (ex: project documentation and requirements are captured, signed-off and delivered solution meets stated requirements)
Drive best practices, promote knowledge sharing and close collaboration amongst various stakeholders.
Stay relevant by growing and excelling in areas of expertise and becoming a recognized thought leadership.
Ability to stay focused on execution and ensuring that projects are delivered on-time and budget.
Create and maintain project plans, reports, and dashboards that provide the project teams and project sponsors insight into project portfolio.
Provides clear and concise status updates and reports to various levels of the organization.
Assist in establishing project management processes and methodologies to ensure assigned projects meet high quality standards and stakeholder expectations.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:
To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
Qualifications
Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related fields. Relevant work experience may substitute for required education.
Essential Qualifications:
10+ years of Project and Program Management experience
Knowledge and understanding of different dimensions of technology – Infrastructure, Networking, Apps, etc.
Extensive knowledge of project management methodologies, processes, and tools
Analytically minded and goal oriented
Excellent people management skills
Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbally) with both technical and non-technical parties.
Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
Strong working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project
Highly organized, exceptional time management and task prioritization abilities
Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships.
Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal.
Flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations.
Resilient and tenacious with a propensity to persevere.
Organized with a natural inclination for planning strategy and tactics.
Must be a team player and able to work collaboratively with and through others.
Comfortable managing multiple tasks on tight timelines
Preferred:
Alignment to Panasonic’s seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)
Relevant and successful project management and/or consulting experience of highly complex, cross functional technology projects in a fast-paced, global, and dynamic organization
Deep understanding of project management methods, tools, and techniques
Has a passion for Project / Program / Portfolio Management
Physical Demands:
Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)
Sit: 40%
Walk: 30%
Stand: 20%
Lift: 10%
Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)
Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required
Travel:
As needed to support Cross sites for Panasonic Energy of North America (PENA)
About Us:
Panasonic Energy of North America (PENA) is collaborating with Tesla at a massive battery factory near Reno, Nevada which is known for its quality of life and expansive outdoor adventures. Panasonic's role at the Gigafactory is to manufacture and supply cylindrical lithium-ion cells to Tesla for their electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
Over the past few years, the Gigafactory has grown to the largest lithium-ion battery factory in the world. Together with our partner Tesla, we continue to revolutionize the lithium-ion battery space and accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy and transportation.
Our mission at PENA is to make the vision of affordable Electric Vehicles a reality by producing the world’s safest, high quality, and lowest cost batteries. Through this effort we will create a clean energy society and our products will change society’s use of and perceptions of electric power.
In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.
Supplemental Information:
Pre-employment drug testing is required. Panasonic Energy of North America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.
Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.
#LI-TA1
REQ-147759