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Project Manager
Location: Memphis, TN
Job Type: contract
Company: IDR
Category: Project Management
IDR is seeking a Project Manager to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in Memphis, TN. This role is critical for leading marketing initiatives with a blend of strategic planning and technical expertise. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multiple projects using Agile methodologies, ensuring seamless communication across teams, and driving project success in a dynamic environment.
Position Overview for the Project Manager:
- Develop and oversee comprehensive project plans focusing on scope, timelines, resources, and risk management strategies in support of the Marketing Division.
- Employ traditional and Agile project management frameworks, including Scrum and Kanban, to deliver projects with speed and agility.
- Foster stakeholder engagement, clear communication, and cross-functional collaboration to meet program goals.
- Track project metrics and performance using tools like Jira, Confluence, and Smartsheet, providing transparency through dashboards and visual reports.
- Proactively manage risks and issues by collaborating with stakeholders to implement mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
Requirements for the Project Manager:
- Bachelor’s degree required + 4 years of Project Management experience
- Experience working in an Agile environment (Scrum, Kanban, etc) with practical application beyond formal certification
- Versatile experience collaborating with Creative, Content, Production, Product, IT, and Analytics teams in a digital/creative setting
- Proven ability to manage projects using Jira and Smartsheet for tracking and reporting
- Excellent business writing, stakeholder management, process improvement, and public speaking skills
What's in it for you?
- Competitive compensation package
- Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
- Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.
Why IDR?
- 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.