Sr. IT Project Manager (ERP Projects)
Apogee Enterprises, Inc. · Minneapolis, MN · 3 wk ago
Information Technology$120k–$140k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end delivery of ERP and core business application initiatives within business segments
- Define project scope, timelines, budgets, and measurable business outcomes in partnership with stakeholders
- Cook up cross-functional teams across business segments, ERP functional areas and technical teams
- Manage risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure successful delivery and adoption with minimal business disruption
- Ensure alignment with organizational governance, change management, and release processes
- Drive successful transition from project delivery to business adoption and value realization
Collaboration and Communication
- Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including IT leadership, business partners, and IT Teams
- Provide clear and consistent communication on project status, risks, milestones and outcomes
- Translate technical details into business-relevant insights to support decision-making
- Facilitate alignment across teams and manage stakeholder expectation
PMO and Continuous Improvement
- Contribute to the advancement of IT project management practices, standards, and tools
- Support improvements in project intake, prioritization framework, governance, and reporting
- Promote consistency, transparency, and accountability in project and program execution
- Share lessons learned and support continuous improvement across strategic initiatives
Mentorship and Team Support
- Mentor and support project managers, technical leads, and business analysts as needed
- Reinforce strong planning, execution, and communication practices
- Contribute to building a high-performing delivery culture
Required Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, MIS, Business, or related field
- Minimum of 5 years of IT project management experience delivering complex technology initiatives
- Demonstrated experience leading ERP implementations, upgrades, or major core business application initiatives within specific business segments
- Strong understanding of business processes across finance, operations, or supply chain, and how they are enabled by ERP systems
- Experience managing or contributing to project portfolios, prioritization, or strategic planning
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
Preferred
- PMP or equivalent certification
- Experience with ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
- Experience with business transformation, change management, or digital transformation initiatives
- Experience with Agile or hybrid delivery approaches
- Experience supporting governance, portfolio management, or PMO functions
- Familiarity with change management tools and/or methodologies
Work Environment
- This position operates in a hybrid work environment, with a combination of on-site office presence and remote work.
- The role involves primarily sedentary work, with extended periods of sitting and frequent use of computers and standard office equipment.
- Regular participation in virtual and in-person meetings is required, including collaboration with team members and stakeholders across multiple locations.
Our Benefits
- Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
- Incentive Plans
- 401(k) with employer contribution and match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
- Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Program
- Training and Career Progression