IT Project Manager

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful. If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you. A World of Difference. Made Possible. Responsibilities: Daily project management activities throughout the project life cycle.

Define and manage the project governance (controls)Plan the overall project and monitor the progressManage the project scheduleManage the project budgetManage the risks and issues of the project and work with the teams to take corrective measurementsControl all project interdependenciesMaximize utilization of project resources across all workstreams, assisting with the selection and appointment of new project team membersManage all stakeholder communicationManage project documentation according to Graphic Packaging International policies and proceduresInteract with the technical teams to understand critical milestones, deliveries, and releasesRequirements and skills:

A bachelor's degree of science in information technology with proven experience in Project Management tools and techniques5+ years of experience as a Project Manager and additional years in other functional rolesStrong and proven practical experience in project management, which was gained through managing large and complex projectsGood knowledge of project and program management methodology and techniquesExperience with managing agile projectsDemonstrated experience with Microsoft ProjectExperience in managing and implementing successful projectsAbility to work positively with a wide range of individuals involved in project managementStrong leadership and management skills, experience in leading, managing and developing peopleExtremely organizedFantastic presentation skillsAbility to manage projects in agile & waterfall environmentsGood knowledge of project budgeting and resource allocation proceduresAbility to find innovative ways to resolve problemsAbility to navigate in a global, large, and complex organizationStrong ability to influence without authorityTeam player – puts own success below the success of the teamGrowth Behaviors We Value:

CollaborationDrive for ResultsEmpowermentInnovationRational RisksReady to Make a Difference?Join us at Graphic Packaging International and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of packaging. Apply today and help us continue to deliver innovative and sustainable packaging solutions to the world’s most recognized brands.