Project Manager – Decatur, Il/Erlanger, Ky

Project Manager, North America Strategic PMO – Decatur, IL/Erlanger, KY
The Department
The Strategic Project Management Office (PMO) enables the realization of benefits to ADM, through the delivery of projects and/or programs that have been approved and classified as ‘high priority’ by the designated authority within ADM. The Strategic PMO is the regional center of expertise in project and program management at ADM, whereby through best practice and functional knowledge value is created through project delivery.
The Role
In your role as Project Manager you have the authority to run projects on a day-to-day basis on behalf of the business sponsor and ADM leadership. You will manage complex, interdisciplinary projects comprising experts from the business segments and the corporate functions. Typical projects lead by the PMO are MADJV (due diligence, pre-close planning and integration), Strategic Organic Growth Capital Projects, and other complex strategic initiatives requiring cross functional and/or cross regional management. The Project Manager’s prime responsibility is to ensure that the project delivers to the agreed standard of quality and within the specified constraints of cost, time and benefit.
Responsibilities
The main duties of this role will include:

• Plan, manage and monitor the delivery of projects from project initiation to project closure
• Manage 3rd party suppliers (where applicable)
• Manage mid- to larger scales acquisitions, joint ventures & divestments
• Redefine and optimize business processes and organizational structures to support the implementation of ADM’s strategy
• Ensure that projects produce the required deliverables to defined standards of quality within agreed cost, time and other constraints
• Define and implement overall project governance structure and provide clear roles and responsibilities for the project team and key stakeholders
• Identify and manage risks and issues, including the development of contingency plans

Requirements:
To be successful in this role the ideal candidate must have:

• Willingness to travel up to 10% of time
• The ability to think ‘outside the box’ and to work and communicate at a conceptual level as well as at a hands-on, practical level
• A PMP or PRINCE 2 certification or the willingness to obtain this certification is a requirement
• Good knowledge of MS Office (including MS Project)
• A bachelor or master degree, preferably in Finance or Accounting is a requirement. A master degree in a business related subject, on top of aforementioned degree, is considered an advantage
• Demonstrated experience in driving or assisting process improvements initiatives is a requirement, whereby exposure to Lean, Six Sigma or similar methodologies is considered an advantage
• (International) business engagement and change management experience
• Experience in managing or supporting M&A due diligence and integration processes is considered an advantage
• Experience in managing or supporting CAPEX projects is considered an advantage
• At least 3 years of professional project management experience with a proven track record of successful project delivery is a requirement. Relevant industry experience is an advantage.

This position offers a complete benefit package, including 401K/ESOP, pension, health, life and dental insurance.
ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check. 
REF: 71078BR
About ADM
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We're a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. We're blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. We're a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. We're an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And we're a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow. Learn more at www.adm.com.
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