Contract Project Manager/Coordinator

at  International Data Group Inc

Overview:
IDC is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Contract Project Manager/Coordinator to support product standardization and development initiatives. Reporting to the Senior Product Manager, this role will be instrumental in managing and coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring on-time delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience managing large-scale projects, strong communication skills, and the ability to drive results in a fast-paced environment.
This is a part-time contract with expectations of working 30-35 hours a week at a pay rate of $22-25 per hour.
IDG is a dynamic and innovative data, research, and services company at the forefront of guiding the global technology market ecosystem. Our mission is to help companies grow by putting technology insights into action, and empowering businesses to make better decisions and thrive in the digital-first age.
IDC, the largest division of IDG, is the most respected global technology market research firm We are changing the way the world thinks about the impact of technology on business and society. Our people, data, and analytics create global technology insights that accelerate customer success. IDC has been recognized for the fourth consecutive year by the IIAR as the Analyst Firm of the Year which is one of the highest accolades for the technology market research industry.
IDC is building upon terabytes of proprietary data, expert thought leadership, and existing digital products, IDC is creating new generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered business lines that serve its customers in fundamentally new ways.
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Responsibilities:

• Coordinate product standardization and development efforts from initiation to completion, ensuring all deliverables are met on time and within scope.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including product management, operations, Research, marketing, and sales to ensure alignment and efficient execution of project goals.
• Organize and lead regular project meetings, including status updates, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Develop, track, and manage project timelines, milestones, and critical deliverables, ensuring the smooth progression of projects.
• Oversee and support the development of product standardization processes, ensuring consistency in design, specifications, and documentation.
• Identify potential project risks, propose mitigation strategies, and work proactively to resolve issues before they impact project timelines.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and meeting notes, and provide regular updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Assist in allocating resources effectively, ensuring that teams have the support needed to meet project objectives and deadlines.
• Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance the efficiency and quality of the product development and standardization process.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or combination or related field and demonstrated experience.
• Minimum of 2 - 4 years of project management or coordination experience, ideally in a non-technical product environment.
• Demonstrated success managing complex, cross-functional projects with preference for working with product management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead meetings, present updates, build and manage relationships across teams and levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify issues, assess options, and implement solutions.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, Monday.com) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

This position is based in the Greater Toronto area and is 100% Remote.
About IDC: International Data Corporation (IDC) is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications and consumer technology markets. IDC helps IT professionals, business executives, and the investment community make fact-based decisions on technology purchases and business strategy. More than 1,300 IDC analysts provide global, regional, and local expertise on technology and industry opportunities and trends in over 110 countries worldwide. For 50 years, IDC has provided strategic insights to help our clients achieve their key business objectives. IDC is a subsidiary of IDG, the world’s leading technology media, research, and events company.
IDC Canada is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to recruit and select applicants for employment solely on the basis of their qualifications, with emphasis on selecting the best qualified person for the job. Applicants must have a valid Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN) card. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

• Coordinate product standardization and development efforts from initiation to completion, ensuring all deliverables are met on time and within scope.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including product management, operations, Research, marketing, and sales to ensure alignment and efficient execution of project goals.
• Organize and lead regular project meetings, including status updates, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Develop, track, and manage project timelines, milestones, and critical deliverables, ensuring the smooth progression of projects.
• Oversee and support the development of product standardization processes, ensuring consistency in design, specifications, and documentation.
• Identify potential project risks, propose mitigation strategies, and work proactively to resolve issues before they impact project timelines.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and meeting notes, and provide regular updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Assist in allocating resources effectively, ensuring that teams have the support needed to meet project objectives and deadlines.
• Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance the efficiency and quality of the product development and standardization process