Project Management Functional Expert

Job Description:Project Management Functional ExpertNewark, NJHybrid The Project Management Functional Expert position is designed to accelerate change within the US MW Sales business unit by owning change management for significant projects. This associate is responsible for change implementation on solutions that will drive simplification via technology in support of US MW Sales. Throughout the lifecycle of key programs this associate will provide support for or own the change management process utilizing Mars BIC processes. The Project Management Functional Expert will also play a significant role in presenting project vision throughout the organization.What are we looking for?Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent work experience Previous change management experienceProficient in MS Office applications (Excel, PPT)     Demonstrates strong analytical, business acumen and technical ability.Strong Communication and presentation skills.Comfortability around senior leadershipStakeholder managementWillingness to travel (up to 10% of time)What would be your key responsibilities?Works in conjunction with project owners to ensure strong change management practices are implemented.Owns creation and documentation of change management processes.Serves as change management resource across US MW Sales.Ensure change excellence for supported tools and processes.Partner with product owner to document and prioritize the change management roadmap.Establish and build effective working relationships with cross-functional teams.Monitor performance to provide feedback to field and internal teams on such areas as opportunities, potential issues, learning/observations/analysis and deliver recommended solutions.  Support day to day relationships between project team members and end users.Connect and communicate learning to peers and the Lead in support of best practice development and sharing across the business.Lead/Participate on small project teams and ad hoc assignments as needed.Provide project visibility and enable prioritization within the sales infrastructure teamWhat can you expect from Mars?Work with over 130,000 with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Mars does not sponsor employment visas for this role.This position is not eligible for relocation benefits.#LI-MS1#LI-HybirdMars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.