Associate Project Manager

The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. How? With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers and sets a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency. We are proud of the culture we have built. We value the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings to The Trade Desk, and we are committed to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day.

So, if you are talented, driven, creative, and eager to join a dynamic, globally-connected team, then we want to talk!


ASSOCIATE PROJECT MANAGER


We have an immediate need for an Associate Project Manager to join our Technical Operations team.As the Trade Desk continues to scale, theres growing demand for our business partners to invest in strategic technologies.This team helps guide our partners through all stages of solution and project delivery, from business case development to vendor/tool selection to successful deployment and/or project conclusion.


WHAT YOULL DO:

Successful delivery of complex, strategic, and high-profile technical projects within the constraints of scope, quality, time, and cost.
Responsible for key deliverables with all phases of development life cycle (i.e. feasibility study, requirements, analysis, ROI, business plan, design, testing, and implementation planning).
Work with program lead, functional reps. and functional area leadership to define project scope and strategy; leads preparation of integrated project plans and timelines, ensures effective management of project activities and control of project timelines
Co-chair and facilitates timely, efficient, and action-oriented project meetings, responsible for coordinating team operations, communications, and Executive reporting
Set project management standards and methodologies, develop and implement best-in-class PM processes and tools/templates such as project schedules, Gantt charts, action/decision logs, RACIs, risk registers, meeting agendas/minutes, etc.
Support change management and continuous improvement efforts across programs, identifying and addressing gaps and opportunities
Recognize cross-functional dependencies and overlap to maximize efficiency


WHO YOU ARE:

BS degree or equivalent experience and 1-3+ years of relevant experience in a project management capacity. PMP certification a plus.
Excellent understanding of project management processes/procedures and software development life cycle (SDLC)
Sound foundational knowledge of IT Infrastructure and architecture
Strong interpersonal communication skills, with ability to effectively communicate progress toward milestones, opportunities, and risks to all stakeholders includes the ability to communicate in both technical and non-technical terms
High emotional intelligence, with demonstrated ability to successfully negotiate through challenging situations and difficult conversations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Proficiency in project management tools (Jira, Project, Smartsheet, etc.)
Strong ability to build trust, along with demonstrated ability to drive, lead and influence colleagues across the organization to achieve department, operations teams, and corporate goals
Comfortable and efficient in a demanding, fast-paced, dynamic, often fluid environment.

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