Manager, Project Manager

[Please note this is a Direct Search led by Bacardi, Applications from agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.]

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management - managing several initiatives in parallel.
• Building schedules for all the projects.
• Stakeholders' expectations management (Business stakeholders, services Leads, management).
• Managing the high-risk for these types of projects, impacting key systems and processes.
• Ensure everything the projects are properly documented and the documentation is stored in the formal repositories.
• Aligning costs with the program manager to ensure budget requests are properly addressed.
• Understand the proposed solutions and challenges whenever needed, discuss new technologies with services.
• Being the escalation point for the project team.
• Ensure the right resources are assigned to the project in a manageable way to have good quality for delivery.
• Ensure availability of required resources by aligning with the impacted Service Managers/Program Manager.
• Reporting regularly to the Program Manager the project status.
• Raising risks and issues, escalating when necessary
• Coordinating with the Vendors and engaging them as required for the project.
• Team management: becoming a leader and reference for the team.
• Lead a diverse team with different levels of expertise combining internal employees with external ones.
• Provide support for a smooth collaboration having different locations with the challenging on timing.
• Identify knowledge gaps to address them as appropriate.
• Lead regular discussions about improvement in a constructive way and with a continuous improvement mindset.

Skills:

• Experience in project management, 7+ years.
• Knowledge of SAP (SAP consultant experience is a plus).
• Knowledge of Finance and Tax.
• Knowledge of Electronic invoicing, SAFT reporting, SAP edoc cockpit solution, tax determination, withholding tax knowledge, ESG fees: sugar, plastic taxes, recycling fees etc. is a plus.
• Strong communication skills in writing, speaking and presenting.

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of 'Belonging', where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
• Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
• Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you're presented with
• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience

Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person's identity.
U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

Perks of Working for us
At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement:

• Competitive Pay Package
• Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
• Retirement/Pension Plan

Health & Wellbeing

• Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
• Calm Meditation App subscription (free)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies

Additional Benefits
The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.

Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.

Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.