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[full-time] IT Project Manager at Hound

2010-07-17 05:11:24

Location: Chicago,IL
URL: http://www.hound.com

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Job Responsibilities : The IT Project Manager is responsible for working directly with IT Management, the PMO, Director of IT Customer Engagement, Director of Solutions development, Director of Infrastructure, Architecture and Design team, project vendors, project stakeholders and his/her matrix project team. Duties include assisting in requirements gathering and documentation, developing detailed project plans, organization and schedule, project execution management, issue management, & risk management. Also responsible for maintaining project resources allocation representation in an IT Resource Allocation repository. Collaborate with the PMO, Business leaders and the IT Customer Engagement team to provide project definition Participate in requirements definition with business and/or IT team members Work directly with architecture/design team through Requirements Interlock milestone Participate in Architecture/Design meetings Responsible for managing development of work execution plan (project plan), work breakdown schedules, and other project management artifacts as required by the PMO and IT management Responsible for kickoff meetings, daily standups & other regularly scheduled project meetings Responsible for project status reporting, continued risk management & issue management Overall responsibility for the successful delivery of projects Key Accountabilities/Job Description: Strategic Management Ensure Brightstar’s corporate ethics and company direction is used in making key decisions Seek out opportunities for improvement Operational Ensure the project responsibilities are completed as required from a requirements, design, development, testing and implementation perspective

Job Requirements : Project management experience including project planning, resource management, issue management, and risk management. Proven success managing IT projects in a rapidly moving business environment Experience or familiarity with ERP applications such as Solomon or JD Edwards Experience with company-company and system-system integration technologies and design patterns Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently Experience with supply chain processes and systems. Ability to troubleshoot problems with software, and research possible solutions using the internet and other available resources.

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[full-time] Senior Qa Analyst at Hound

2010-07-17 05:09:23

Location: Santa Clara,CA
URL: http://www.hound.com

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Job Responsibilities : Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system. Design Control: Able to define design document requirements for process and test method validation. Guides and influences new product teams through design, validation, and regulatory compliance and assures robust product vs. customer requirements. Documentation & Change Control: Assesses the impact of a change on field performance and customer expectations world-wide. Understands and assesses the impact of a change on the safety and efficacy of a device. Corrective & Preventative Action: Uses technical depth, in process, and test methods to assist in preventative action. Analyzes impact of failure within and across product lines. Able to assure actions are taken to prevent recurrence. Regulatory: Analyzes and justifies the impact on cumulative changes and the impact of a change across other products. Assess FDA submission requirements on changes. Quality System: Maintains and ensures compliance to the quality system that is appropriate for the unit specific medical device(s) designed or manufactured. Ensures compliance to and is able to demonstrate knowledge of site level policies and procedures. Technical: Advanced understanding of process and test method validation. Able to relate information to specifications, clinical utility, product claims and design. Teaches team members customer communication skills (written and verbal). Reviews technical literature and shares key publications. Communicates opportunities for learning (i. e. ; technical meeting, quality system conferences). Uses clinical knowledge, understanding of competitor’s products, and extrapolation from limited data bases to assure fitness for use. Drafts letters for customer notifications/recalls. Demonstrates project management skills. Understands the impact of testing and process variation on manufacturability and field performance. Proficient at risk management.

Job Requirements : Establishes project plans, updates and contributes to product or experimental design. Provides input into strategic goals and identifies and elevates gaps in current goals. Sets standards and provides performance feedback. ; Participates and influences outcome. Able to resolve conflict between team members. Communicates with customers on complex technical issues. Provides advanced technical leadership and guidance to project and cross functional teams. Frequently interacts with external customers. ; Manages problem solving and resolution process. Understands the global implication of failure being investigated. Identifies resolution to prevent occurrence of same or like occurrences. Able to draft complex Customer Communications regarding product notification. Understands relationship between product processes, specification and field performance. Able to establish meaningful and predictive test methods. Extrapolates beyond test protocols and conclusions based on limited data bases. Assesses limitations imposed by test design. Understands applications and basic theoretical concepts of multiple technologies (for example, EIA, MEIA, FPIA, RIA, CMEIA). Understands and distinguishes quantitative vs qualitative assays. ; Makes plans to accomplish multiple activities/projects, establishes priorities to meet multiple demands, optimizes use of resources. Works on developing and improving new planning processes. Implements project plans using resource, budget, and regulatory requirements to meet project goals. ; Quality: Understands and meets current quality requirements to promote conformance to customer, regulatory and divisional requirements. ; Makes Decisions: Bases decisions on the overall good, rather than on benefit to a particular functional area, serves as a champion for specific projects and initiatives. Supports Organizational Change: Helps drive and promote understanding of the need for change through the organization. While doing so, shares and clarifies business strategy. ; Influences Outcomes: Appropriately influences others to support a course of action; uses authority; influences activities without reliance on formal authority; removes barriers that block goal attainment; drives change through the organization, and communicates unpopular decisions in a realistic and supportive manner based on available information. Identifies Self Development Needs: Translates changes in business goals and objectives into the skills, knowledge and experience needed for future work, and establishes appropriate development goals. Surfaces Problems/Presents Ideas for Resolution: Highlights issues and presents possible resolutions. Identifies and reports problems in a timely and accurate basis and seeks additional information when problem is beyond area of personal expertise. Takes personal responsibility to resolve issues.

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[full-time] Project Manager at Hound

2010-07-17 03:41:28

Location: Santa Ana,CA
URL: http://www.hound.com

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Job Responsibilities and Requirements : A Sr. Project Manager with Oracle EBS experience to support process improvement efforts in the Agency Admin Group at First American Title. The Project Manager will oversee one or more projects on an ongoing and regular basis. Individually, or as part of a team, responsible for project planning and statusing, risk management, and issue resolution. Duties may include: assembling project team, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed, developing schedules to ensure timely completion of project, communicating project status and issues to team and management, acting to reduce risk and resolve issues. Coordinates with other projects and work groups. – Conceptual understanding of current technologies and methodologies to plan and communicate effectively with project team and sponsors. – Experience with project management methodologies and techniques, and their application in business and technical environments. – Experience with planning, coordinating, and administering projects in a business and/or technology environment. – Experience with applicable business process sufficient to communicate and consult with team members, customers and management. – Experience with risk management. – Experience managing multiple projects or large project with complex inter-dependencies. – Experience developing and managing complex project budgets. – Experience facilitating meetings with high level cross functional teams.

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[full-time] Pharmacy Services Manager at Hound

2010-03-29 04:50:29

Location: Michigan
URL: http://www.hound.com

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Job Responsibilities : Assist to maintain the Blue Care Network Formulary and utilization management tools. Develop and distribute reports to support integration of quality assurance utilization management, case management and pharmacy program cost analysis. Develop responses relating to the pharmacy services area to support Firm RFI and RFP activities. Develop, enhance and support pharmacy quality initiatives such as drug use review/drug use evaluation, clinical improvement activities, etc. Act as a liaison between pharmacy staff and the Firm designated pharmacy benefit manager to ensure appropriate configuration to support BCN’s drug benefit. Maintain regular communication with the PBM to monitor accuracy of claims processing and adherence to contract terms.

Job Requirements : Support activities relating to HEDIS, NCQA and regulatory requirements. BS, Pharmacy required. Current Michigan pharmacist license to practice without restriction required. Doctor of Pharmacy or Masters degree in Business Administration preferred. One (1) year of Pharmacy experience in community, hospital, or managed care preferred. One (1) year of lead experience or project management experience required. Residency is acceptable experience in respect to this requirement. One (1) year of experience in data analysis, report development and program development relating to managed care pharmacy preferred. One (1) year of experience in managing the development and implementation of multiple complex projects simultaneously preferred. Basic knowledge Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint required. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Ability to manage, develop, and implement multiple complex projects simultaneously and meet required deadlines required. BS, Pharmacy required. Current Michigan pharmacist license to practice without restriction required. Doctor of Pharmacy or Masters degree in Business Administration preferred. One (1) year of Pharmacy experience in community, hospital, or managed care preferred. One (1) year of lead experience or project management experience required.

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[full-time] Cmmi Consultant at Hound

2010-03-29 04:37:32

Location: District of Columbia
URL: http://www.hound.com

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Job Responsibilities and Requirements : The focus of this position is to assist

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[full-time] Case Manager at Hound

2010-03-27 07:13:39

Location: Virginia
URL: http://www.hound.com

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Job Responsibilities : Responsible for caseload of students including coordination of overall services provided to clients served with the program. Must be detail oriented, well organized, and able to work independently, and possess child advocacy skills.

Job Requirements : Mature judgment, excellent communication skills; maintain client files to meet all licensing. Bachelors Degree in related field and at least one-year experience working with population.

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[full-time] Senior Contracts Manager at Hound

2010-03-27 06:49:52

Location: Illinois
URL: http://www.hound.com

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Job Responsibilities : Draft non-standard business terms in contracts in support of CA software and services proposals or transactions. Advise Account Manager/Account Director or CA Services on strategies or unique approaches to contracting to accommodate client requirements while maximizing value to CA Advise Sales of the business objectives and optimized financial outcomes of proposals or transactions. Actively participate in deal negotiation with Client’s Procurement and/or Legal staff. Provide creative solutions to address client needs and expectations during negotiation while protecting Company rules and objectives. Assist the Sales and Sales Management with contract structure, review, and escalation as required. Manage the review and approval process of products and services contracts Conduct transaction risk assessment and transaction approval process on assigned proposals or transactions. Conduct financial analysis of proposals and transactions and develop recommendations to senior finance or sales management. Approve deals and transactions assessed as low or medium risk. Instruct Financial Contracts and Sales on strategic issues such as risk mitigation, financial strategies and revenue recognition. Consult with Financial Contract management to teach or mentor capabilities in promotion of skill sets within the organization. Handle assignments typically involve complex licensing arrangements, higher risk services engagements or multi-element transactions. Ensure Sales and CA Services are provided current tools, policies and processes required by Finance to facilitate business approvals. Submit accurate revenue booking packages to Sales Accounting or Services Accounting. Promote compliance with pricing and revenue recognition procedures. Ensure references to prior contracts are valid. Demonstrate an understanding of strategic contracting issues including risk identification and mitigation, financial and pricing strategies, client facing contract negotiations and revenue recognition. Ensure highest professional quality of contracts. Produce reports or communicate progress as required.

Job Requirements : Bachelor’s Degree or global equivalent in Finance or related business area. Typically 5 or more years of sell-side contract creation, negotiation. General knowledge of software industry – software pricing, licensing, professional service agreements, etc. Business travel of approximately 10 or less percent yearly is expected for this position. Skills: Core skills include collaboration and leadership skills, problem-solving capabilities, thorough knowledge of software licensing and professional service transactions, advanced financial analysis skills, time management, high-touch interpersonal skills, teamwork and a commitment to personal and organizational development. Strong skill set in process execution, financial analysis, customer service, relationship building, written and oral communication and attention to detail. Ability to interact with all levels within an organization and to assist team in managing multiple priorities in a fast paced and demanding environment.

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[full-time] Program Management Manager at Hound

2010-03-27 06:39:55

Location: Minnesota
URL: http://www.hound.com

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Job Responsibilities : The Program Manager manages the creation and delivery of services / deliverables directly to customers, as well as providing leadership, assistance and advice to customers. The PM is responsible for the overall program planning including budget, structure, schedule, and planning staffing requirements with a major emphasis on clients business needs. Below is a list of expected duties and responsibilities:Assumes the principal program management leadership role. Maintains primary peer relationships with the customer. Conducts meetings, presentations and provides expert advice on program management practices. Accountable for integrated program plan delivery to the customer. Identifies, analyzes, and evaluates alternative design solutions to meet customer needs and requirements. Implements quality and change control procedures to ensure deliverables meet established plan. Utilizes and implements standard tracking and reporting methods and procedures to report status of assigned program forecasts, labor, and financial resources. Monitors the program resources. Defines and implements program management requirements and standards in order to provide accurate solutions to the customer. Assists in budget development for the program.

Job Requirements : A Bachelors degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience is required. 7 or more years experience in Program Management with an understanding of account operations, P&L management, budget management, and program management methodologies. Team Lead experience desirable. Project Management Institute (PMI) education and certification is a plus.

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[full-time] Subcontract Administrator at Hound

2010-03-26 03:25:13

Location: Virginia
URL: http://www.hound.com

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Job Responsibilities : Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of goods and services. Prepare bid packages, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts. Negotiate and coordinates additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts. Participates with contracts and purchasing to develop subcontract policies and procedures. Support proposal efforts. Duties include negotiation and administration of various subcontract types, teaming agreements and NDA’s. Must be knowledgeable of Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) requirements and be proficient in creating and maintaining subcontract files and associated documentationPerform cradle to grave subcontracts administration/management in primarily a federal government contracting environment (i. e. proposal support, contract award and administration to subcontract closeout). Develop and/or improve subcontract processes and procedures compliant with CPSR requirements, and recommend updates to the CPSR manual as appropriate. Participate as a key team member and provide support to proposal teams during the proposal development process including guidance and direction relevant to subcontractor requirements. Develop subcontractor RFP’s in compliance with FAR, CPSR, agency supplements and customer solicitation requirements.

Job Requirements : 3-5 years with Bachelor’s or 1-3 years with Master’s degree – Business degree preferredExcellent oral and written communication and negotiation skillsIndependent worker with good attitude toward dealing with deadlines and pressure situations, must be detail oriented and team player. Ability to juggle multiple assignments at various stages of completion and importance.

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[full-time] Ms Project Scheduler at Hound

2010-03-26 03:14:36

Location: Illinois
URL: http://www.hound.com

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Job Responsibilities : The responsibilities of the job may encompass a full range of product/project activities including design, development, testing and product support of mechanical and electrical products. The actual assignments will vary. Candidates will be given on-the-job training to assist with a variety of tasks, such as:Program office and project engineering support, including: data maintenance, metrics, EC prep, status reportingincluding ACE projects, standard work, hardware, customer action items, etc. ), IMS/scheduling, presentations, test supporttechnician-type, data & information management), etc. Operations-related support, both program-related and floor support, including: Ops coordinators, Ops leads, bill of material maintenance, hardware tracking, etc. Quality engineering support, including: software & hardware supplier oversight “ first article, deliverable acceptance, escape/turnback metrics, reporting, tracking, etc.

Job Requirements : High School diploma with applicable work or internship experienceAssociates or bachelors degree. Students approaching achievement of a degree with applicable work/internship experience and available for full time work will also be considered. Teamwork skills are a must. The candidate must have excellent communication and problem-solving skills. The candidate must have working knowledge of Microsoft software applicationsWord, Excel, PowerPoint), proficiency with Microsoft Project, SAP, and TeamCenter is a plus, but not required.

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