Technical Project Manager

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Loblaw Technology and Analytics is looking for an experienced, dedicated Technical Project Manager to lead various IT projects across our portfolio. In this role, you will be responsible for directing project staff and managing all aspects of the Project Management and Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

As a Technical Project Manager, you will be accountable for the overall delivery of projects on time, on budget, and on scope. You will work collaboratively with business units and technical teams to meet strategic priorities, integrating technology, people, and process streams to ensure project success. By working closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors, you will gain the confidence of the business by providing stable systems, delivering with a sense of urgency, and navigating business changes effectively. As a key leader, you will play a crucial role in driving the evolution of our technology landscape.

We are passionate about what we do and support each other's growth You will learn and grow with the team and will have the opportunity to work on a diverse set of challenges as you shape your career.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of technology projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the agreed-upon scope in alignment with the product vision.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including status reports, project plans, and budget trackers, communicating progress to all stakeholders.
• Guide, coach, and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering open communication and a collaborative environment to ensure project success.
• Serve as the primary liaison between internal business stakeholders, technical teams, and external vendors to define requirements, manage expectations, and ensure clear communication.
• Proactively manage project risks, issues, and inter-dependencies, integrate work across teams and oversee project budgets, escalating concerns as necessary to ensure timely resolution.
• Ensure established business and technology processes are followed while adapting to the unique needs of each project.
• Facilitate Scrum events, support product owner and promote agile principles throughout teams.

What You Bring:

• Extensive experience in IT Project Management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex technical projects.
• A post-secondary degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
• Deep understanding of the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and the flexibility to apply different project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) as needed.
• Demonstrated expertise in core project management competencies: strategic planning, budget and timeline management, scope control, risk mitigation, and effective team leadership.
• Proficiency with project management software such as MS Project, Jira, or Confluence, as well as MS Office tools (Excel, Word, Visio).
• Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multi-functional environment and manage stakeholder expectations.
• A high degree of adaptability and resilience, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and navigate a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Proven experience delivering technology projects within the retail industry is an asset.
• Practical experience in a Scrum Master role, guiding teams using Agile principles and methodologies ("nice to have").

If you're up to the challenge, then we would love to hear from you. Apply today, and get the process started.

Loblaw recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation's evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. At Loblaw, we celebrate diversity and strive to build a culture of inclusion where differences are embraced, valued and supported. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and encourage people from all backgrounds and identities to apply to our jobs. Accommodation in the recruitment, assessment, and hiring process is available upon request for applicants with disabilities.

We thank all candidates for their interest but please note, those candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the position will be contacted.

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada's Top Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Canada's Greenest Employers & Canada's Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note:

Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.