Senior Project Manager – Distribution Network Expansion (Hybrid)

Company Description

At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60 retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

Job Description

In a time of unprecedented expansion, we are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to help define, plan and drive complex projects across multiple departments to achieve Lakeshore’s goals. Working through the Project Management Office (PMO), the position will oversee the entire life cycle of assigned projects or programs from inception to implementation. The role also will guide and mentor Project Managers and Project Coordinators on the PMO team. The ideal candidate possesses sound judgement; exceptional problem-solving, critical-thinking and analytical abilities; and excellent collaboration skills. And we’re here to help you succeed—Lakeshore recently earned its Great Place to Work® Certification™ and is proud to put its associates first. 

This is a hybrid position with some days spent in-person at our Carson, CA, headquarters and the rest working remotely. 

A day in the office looks like this: 

• Working with cross-functional teams and the PMO to plan and execute simultaneous independent projects and large, interconnected projects/programs 
• Taking responsibility for risk management across the project/program portfolio 
• Effectively delegating tasks and subprojects to Project Managers, Project Associates and Project Coordinators 
• Organizing ad hoc teams to handle urgent issues as they arise 
• Potentially managing a small team of direct reports   

Qualifications

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• 5–8 years of project management experience or 2 years of program management experience preferred  
• Master’s degree in Business Administration preferred   
• PMP or PgMP certification 
• Excellent leadership skills and big-picture mentality 
• Proven ability to think strategically, develop achievable long-term goals and build strong internal partnerships  
• Extensive experience with timeline creation and management 
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel  

Additional Information

And here’s our end of the bargain! 

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience, plus a bonus plan
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• On-site preschool for our employees’ children
• On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
• Generous employee discount on products that make you smarter
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. 
 
To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers 
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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