Senior Web Apps Project Manager - Porto, Portugal - VML

VML

Empresa verificada

Porto, Portugal

há 3 semanas

Postado por:

João Santos

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Descrição

Who We Are:

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration.

With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.

Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology.

We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

Senior Web Apps Project Manager required to join our delivery team:

The opportunity:

A Project Manager with experience who leads teams to deliver high quality projects on budget and within a specified timeframe.

You work closely with the Senior Project Manager/Programme Manager to achieve productivity goals and contribute to the organisation's overall success.

Please bear in mind that this is a contractual position based in Lisbon or Porto.

Please send us your CV in English.

What you'll be doing:

Effectively run complex Web App projects using Agile or Waterfall methodologies
Support the efficient flow of work by providing solutions to issues and blockers
Produce accurate status reporting regarding project milestones, deliverables, risks, and issues communicating to various audiences including key stakeholders and sponsors
Manage several workstreams successfully, ensuring the teams understand what is expected of them in terms of output and quality
Manage the interdependencies between the various workstreams
Inspire and lead teams with little Agile experience, suggesting process and practical improvements as appropriate
Motivate teams to achieve individual and team objectives, to deliver high quality outputs within agreed timeframes
Focus on improving delivery processes
Provide support to Junior Project Managers within your account
Review and update the project resource plan on a regular basis, keeping tight control of project budgets
Foster close relationships with senior management and business stakeholders, be seen as a credible, reliable expert
Develop customer confidence by understanding their needs and delivering first class solutions
Set and manage client expectations, including resolving client escalations with diplomacy.
Chair meetings/reviews with multiple stakeholder requirements
Keep up to date with emerging industry practices

What we want from you:

Experience of software development Project Management experience, Web App and eCommerce experience ideally within a retail environment
A good understanding of the software development lifecycle and release management
Ability to define, manage and deliver to customer expectations within strict deadlines
Ability to deal with ambiguity, embrace and react to change with enthusiasm and critical thinking
Experience of leading and managing teams at different stages of the team's lifecycle
Experience of modern software development practices
Strong understanding of agile delivery techniques and lean ways of working
Experience of managing people and financial budgets (including project budgeting, monitoring financials, reporting etc)
Solid time management & organisational skills
Excellent negotiation skills and an ability to handle sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
Relevant Project Management qualifications

What we can offer you:

Alongside the opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world, we'll also prioritise your career development and help you grow your skills.

We'll empower you to make a difference, allow you to be yourself, and respect who you are.

AT VML Enterprise Solutions:

Our Enterprise Solutions division houses strategic consultants, creative and technical architects and skilled developers and operators that together help some of the world's leading organisations to deliver outstanding digital experiences across all major routes to market worldwide: marketplaces, online retailers, D2C, B2B and social platforms.

With over 4,200 experts in 55 operational centres across 34 countries, our capabilities span the entire buying journey from customer acquisition, through engagement, to conversion and loyalty, driving multi-channel growth for world-leading brands.

We work with some of the most exciting brands such as The Coca-Cola Company, EY, Bosch, Unilever, Ford, DFS, Mercedes-Benz, Johnson & Johnson, Nestlé, Sainsbury's, Selfridges, Shell and Tiffany & Co.

We've built over 500 platforms for brands and retailers and generate in excess of $29bn annually for our clients and work with over 50 strategic partners including Adobe,