Global Trade Thomson Reuters ONESOURCE - Manager

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Thomson Reuters OSGT software implementation projects, working closely with technical implementation teams and consulting teams through major phases, including requirements, design, software configuration, system integration, testing, cutover and go-live.
• Ensure key project components are in place such as setting up appropriate project organization, a clear statement of requirements and benefits, planning and scheduling project activities, controlling the execution of project plans, managing risk and quality, configuration management, and change control.
• Manage project work streams and associated resources and deliverables.
• Lead and participate in functional and process requirement workshops with clients to define business, process and functional/data requirements related to global trade operations (imports, exports and localization requirements).
• Lead and participate in Thomson Reuters OSGT business and technical solution design workshops.
• Develop and review software implementation work products and deliverables.
• Configure various aspects of Thomson Reuters OSGT functional modules and processes.
• Provide training to support end users and other key stakeholders on deployed functionality.
• Understand full suite of EY global trade service offerings and able to present to clients.
• Advises clients on global trade advisory needs and integrate with our network of dedicated global trade professionals.
• Keep informed of current global customs/trade developments and effectively apply knowledge to client situations.
• Understand and keep informed of new Thomson Reuters OSGT functionalities to be applied as a client solution.

Skills And Attributes For Success

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, International Business or a related field.
• Candidates possessing a US Customs Brokers license will be considered.
• Five or more years of related work experience in industry, a professional services firm, a Fortune 500 company or a major importer is helpful.
• Proven experience in Thomson Reuters OSGT software implementation projects.
• Deep technical knowledge in configuring and testing Thomson Reuters OSGT.
• Ability to proactively engage clients to describe and market our value-add global trade services and deliver high-quality project deliverables.
• Proficiency in a technology-enabled environment – experience with trade automation, global trade management systems/software and data analytic tools is highly sought after.
• Travel likely to be required; percentage will depend on location, skill set and individual projects.
• Ideally, you will also have Foreign language capabilities.
• Successful project management experience with excellent organizational skills, strong motivation and a positive attitude.
• Prowledge in independently coaching, mentoring and motivating project teams to influence a positive, accountable and collaborative approach.
• Effectively communicates project expectations to all team members and stakeholders, including business representatives, partners, customers and consultants.