Senior Project Manager (Winnipeg or Toronto)

at  SkipTheDishes

Do you have a passion for solving complex problems and developing innovative solutions? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you looking for an opportunity to join a leading global tech company? Then keep reading.

HUNGRY FOR A CHALLENGE?

At Just Eat Takeaway.com (JET), we’re a global leader in online food delivery, connecting 90 million customers with nearly 700,000 partners in 20 countries. In Canada, you might know us as SkipTheDishes. Last year alone, we processed nearly 1 billion orders globally. Now, we’re looking for passionate problem-solvers to help drive our growth and innovation.

SKILLS:

• Proven ability to define and deliver multiple impactful projects simultaneously, with a strong project management toolkit.
• Ability to structure and solve complex problems
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, driving collaboration across teams and departments while relentlessly focusing on delivering tangible impact.
• Strong communication skills to effectively convey plans and impact to key stakeholders
• Analytical abilities to independently develop business cases and monitor project outcomes.
• Strong team player, quickly gaining trust, respect, and confidence.
• Independent thinker, proactive problem solver, capable of seeing the big picture
• Adaptability in ambiguous environments, with the ability to guide others through change.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Project/Program/Portfolio or Delivery Management experience (Consideration for equivalent business leadership or consulting experience)
• Experience leading large cross-functional projects involving senior stakeholders

As a Senior Project Manager within our Central PMO team, you will play a crucial role in driving priority projects that support our Global Courier Operations, Network, and Analytics teams. The Central PMO works alongside our Global Strategy and Development team, ensuring a close connection between strategic initiatives and high-impact projects. Reporting to the Head of Logistics Strategy and Development, you will oversee the entire project management lifecycle using a comprehensive strategic playbook that guides every stage of delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage critical projects from initiation through to delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and seamless execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define project scopes, and develop detailed project plans.
• Use and continuously refine our strategic playbook to guide all phases of the project management and delivery process, ensuring consistent success across projects
• Partner with stakeholders to set clear expectations, manage risks, and ensure timely decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support ongoing planning processes by identifying opportunities, developing business cases, and contributing to operational and technical roadmaps.
• Oversee the rollout of new technology capabilities, ensuring operational teams and key partners are fully prepared and aligned on implementation strategies.
• Provide clear, consistent communication to senior executives, keeping them informed and aligned on project progress and goals.