The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Product Manager in San Antonio, TX

Role Description

Manages projects within LOB products, processes, or functions, with potential cross-functional or inter-departmental implications. Acts as a secondary contact for senior department managers on critical change initiatives and assists staff. Partners with the business to develop and implement transition plans and success measures for sustaining change. Responsible for analyzing current states, proposing future-state alternatives, and overseeing implementation. Plans, organizes, monitors and controls projects using appropriate tools and techniques to ensure efficient and effective project completion. Develop and socialize potential risk mitigation strategies. Communicates effectively with managers, peers, and partners regarding deliverables, timelines, and needed support. Responsible for Clarity and PCM updates and project documents. Strong project management skills, prioritization, and the ability to meet deadlines. Typically, 3+ years of project management support experience.

• Ensures effective management of projects from inception through implementation
• Defines, develops, and executes project plans, including scope definition, expectations, activities, cost estimates, and schedules
• Works with the business group to determine and understand business requirements
• Manages projects from concept through the planning, analysis, design, testing, implementation, and transition phases
• Develops clear and concise "big picture" of projects within OMBP organizational goals
• Directs and leads Project Teams by developing and coordinating work plans, schedules, milestones, deliverables, and training
• Manages project budgets including risk and impact of changes to project plans
• Identifies and minimizes project risks or constraints that would impact project deliverables
• Maintains/archives project documentation
• Ensures project deliverables are met in accordance with customers' expectations
• Sets, manages, and communicates client expectations for the project
• Oversees project progress to ensure project documentation and schedules are in compliance with previously agreed requirements and standards
• Identifies, escalates, and/or resolves issues associated with project(s) ensuring deliverables conform to established quality and schedules
• Monitors and controls risks to ensure timelines are met and project goals are attained
• Facilitates project team and client meetings for the resolution of project issues
• Provides project status reports to management
• Manages, executes, and communicates project plan, changes, direction, approach, and priorities based on changing business requirements, circumstances, new information and/or budget considerations to stakeholders
• Interacts effectively with managers and division/department management concerning projects
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Skills & Requirements

• Experience leading and/or managing small projects or portions of larger projects
• Experience participating in, and/or managing, cross-functional, multi-dimensional teams and projects
• Solid knowledge of project lifecycles, project management methodologies, and business requirements analysis
• Experience working with all levels of staff, management, and vendors
• Proficiency with PCs and related software applications (word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and project management applications)
• Strong planning, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Demonstrated skill in presenting findings and conclusions clearly and concisely to stakeholders and management
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, or experience
• Knowledge of OMBP’s operations
• Degree in Business, Management, Economics, Finance, or IT related field
• 5-10 years PM experience
• Experience supporting process improvement and change management
• OMBP highly preferred (Overseas Military Banking Program)
• Strong Change management experience: Be comfortable analyzing current vs. future states

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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