The project manager will use his or her skill set to facilitate the successful completion of global cross-departmental projects. This position will require working in individual and team capacities depending on project size and depth. This role is high visibility and high impact, and will offer exposure to all levels of the business.

• Planning, coordinating, and implementing projects within a set budget, timeline, and scope
• Effectively monitor and present project updates to stakeholders and team members
• Collaborate with team members across the organization
• Function as a lynchpin across departments as a facilitator by soliciting, advising, and forwarding critical information to appropriate parties
• Work with project sponsor to develop business cases, where necessary, for additional resources
• Utilize data and risk-based decisions through the project life cycle
• Identify roadblocks, identify solutions, and escalate to management for resolution when required
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives as assigned
• Other duties as needed with new initiatives

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of data-gathering techniques
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong work ethic and willingness to take ownership of a wide range of responsibilities
• Ability to remain focused and organized while handling a variety of concurrent and/or competing projects and deadlines
• Ability to remain intellectually curious and flexible to new technologies

 Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college or university or comparable work experience
• 2-3 years’ experience as a project manager

Physical Requirements:

Ability to operate office equipment such as a copier; ability to see details at a close range; ability to sit at desk or PC for long periods of time; work in office setting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Think you meet some of the requirements but not all? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs for which they do not meet every qualification. If you see a role that interests you, we encourage you to apply, regardless of whether or not your experience is completely aligned with the job description. Edmund Optics is committed to becoming the most diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace within the Optics and Photonics Industry and beyond. You may be a great candidate for this role or others within Edmund Optics.