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job summary: Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience in IT, Accounting, Finance, Consulting, Strategy and/or Analytics OR a High School diploma/GED and at least 7 years of experience in IT, Accounting, Finance, Consulting, Strategy and/or Analytics.Experience establishing & maintaining relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.Experience with vendor and vendor contract management, including SLA review.Experience using time management skills such as prioritizing/organizing and tracking details and meeting deadlines of multiple projects with varying completion dates.Experience analyzing and reporting data in order to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions.Experience identifying operational issues and recommending and implementing strategies to resolve problems.At least 5 years of SAP Module experience, including business master data and process knowledge, MDM/MDG, master data, retail article and sites, BODS, STIBO, integration with other SAP modules.Experience of the design and development of SAP solutions within the Master Data SAP process area. Experience providing design governance and validation of solutions proposed (including those proposed by partners).Experience ensuring that designs are produced to consider end-state for run.Experience driving SAP standard within designs and challenge where SAP standard is not proposed.Experience evaluating new technologies and working alongside SAP architects to introduce new processes, products and solutions.Experience of at least 2 SAP project lifecyclesExperience leading and motivating a team, ensuring that the right capability and training plans are in place to meet the demands of SAP systems(s) (current and future). Experience leading an SAP application functionAt least 2 years of experience in indirect management of team members, including assisting in the development, training and assignment of work/projects to other team members. At least 1 years of experience directly managing people, including hiring, developing, motivating, and directing people as they work   location: Deerfield, Illinois job type: Permanent salary: $150,000 - 155,000 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors   responsibilities: Manages the daily operational activities that develop and implement tactical plans for multiple components/processes for a specified area within IT. Develops protocols to support established standards. Oversees team(s) assigned to projects and may manage implementations. Ensures resources are accurately allocated in line with tactical plans and appropriately accounted for at all times.Performs as subject matter advisor and may serve as point of escalation and become actively involved, as required, to meet schedules and resolve problems highly complex in nature. Manages issues proactively, including timely resolution and the identification of remediation opportunities. Identifies and resolve systemic issues to prevent them from repeating.Manages the vendor relationship including determining in scope and out of scope work, working through any interpretation of contract terms and monitoring/reviewing SLA adherence. Performs deep dive research on missed SLAs Partners with the vendor to drive continuous improvement resulting in improved service and/or lower cost.Reviews and approves any request prioritization. Ensures delivery against agreed upon SLAs and overall service delivery of operational activities.Understands short and long-term goals and objectives and recommend technical solutions and services. Maintains organization's effectiveness and efficiency by defining, delivering, and supporting strategic plans for implementing information technologies.Develops and proposes options with pros/cons and risk, and works with stakeholders to finalize the best solution that meets business needs.Establishes credibility with partners while managing expectations. Ensures frequent, continuous and effective communications with team members, within IT, and with stakeholders to set expectations and negotiate priorities appropriately, via both formal and informal channels / mechanisms.May develop budget for functional area. Manages budget to plan. May be accountable for area budget and delivering against business goals/objectives. Participates in and contributes to the development of technical/business approaches and/or the recommendation of current system enhancements. Understand the underlying technologies and applications utilized within specified area of responsibility to direct how to design, develop, test, and implement priority technology requirements. Shares information cross-functionally to improve workflow processes. Interacts with direct reports and peers in management / customers / vendors to share information and improve cross-departmental processes. Stays abreast of industry leading best practices and brings them to the attention of the leadership team for innovative application. May develop partnerships (and relationships) with internal and external stakeholders to meet business needs. Allocates available resources to meet operating objectives. Develops and mentors staff through on-boarding, open communication, training and development opportunities and performance management processes; builds and maintains employee morale and motivation; ensures the team is appropriately staffed with required competencies; fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace.   qualifications: Experience level: ManagerMinimum 5 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors  skills: SAPMaster DataSAP Applications Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. For certain assignments, Covid-19 vaccination and/or testing may be required by Randstad's client or applicable federal mandate, subject to approved medical or religious accommodations. Carefully review the job posting for details on vaccine/testing requirements or ask your Randstad representative for more information

job summary: Our client is looking for a IT Senior Manager (Testing Center of Excellence) for a remote contract to hire opportunity. This role will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing a Testing Center of Excellence (TCoE), which includes an enterprise-wide end-to-end test strategy framework, standardized test architecture, associated methodologies and process architecture, test planning for strategic/complex initiatives, test automation and test environment strategy. Desired Skillset: University Degree in Computer Science or a related discipline, plus generally five+ years of directly related TCoE experience.Experience setting up a TCoE (preferred) or running oneExperience with building the strategy and defining KPIsKnowledge of current testing automation toolsGreat communication skillsSome employee leadership and process management experience, as well as Release and Deployment process experience and how it relates to TestingAssisting in long range operational planningRecommending annual operating goals and budgetsDeveloping strategies to achieve goalsMaintaining budget performanceDetailed knowledge of the delivery of a TCoE, an effective and implementable strategy and sustainable support plan Demonstrated ability to perform management functions such as: Managing staff and vendor relationshipsDevelopment of performance standardsManaging employee relations issuesIdentifying training needs and planning to address those needsPlanning staff levels Day to Day Responsibilities: Collaborates with business stakeholders and IT colleagues to establish and analyze testing needs.Designs and establishes the policies, procedures and best practices governing the overall approach for the enterprise test management function and test environments within the organization Works with IT and Business Management to ensure testing strategies and master test plans are defined to support overall testing objectives and communicated to meet business/enterprise needs. Navigates the IT organization effectively - knows where, how, when and with whom to interact to drive results around test and validation management.Owns the overall quality of IT services and solutions for the program. Plays a leadership role in the design, development and implementation of testing and automation components. Works closely with developers and end users throughout the Solution Delivery Lifecycle (SDLC) to assure developed products conform to requirements and design and will meet the needs of the users. Communicates to executives' resource and process needs to ensure testing standards are in line with customer, IT, and industry standards. Communicates testing progress as well as associated risks, issues, and contingencies.May provide strategic planning analysis concerning staffing needs on short, medium- and long-term basis, based on large scale program and special dedicated project test requirements. Collaborate with company leadership and teams to continually improve and enforce QA processes, standards, and metrics for various types of projects.Leverage the companies IT metrics to ensure quality, timely and consistent delivery for the area Responsible in partnership with the IT PMO, EPMO, Enterprise Technology, Release and Deployment and IT Change Management leads for planning, scheduling, and controlling the movement of components from test to production environments. Focuses on developing talent and building a high performing test management team as well as identifying new avenues for developing talent. Collaborate with other IT leaders to fulfill the IT vision of delivering a world-class integrated information and technology platform for growth to enable the mission.Ability to work with executive levels of leadership with critical timelines and commitments.Manages the performance of direct reports by defining accountabilities, establishing performance objectives, providing feedback and guidance, and ensuring that all policies are understood and followed.Self-driven and motivated.   location: Northbrook, Illinois job type: Contract salary: $70 - 76 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors   responsibilities: Day to Day Responsibilities: Collaborates with business stakeholders and IT colleagues to establish and analyze testing needs.Designs and establishes the policies, procedures and best practices governing the overall approach for the enterprise test management function and test environments within the organization Works with IT and Business Management to ensure testing strategies and master test plans are defined to support overall testing objectives and communicated to meet business/enterprise needs. Navigates the IT organization effectively - knows where, how, when and with whom to interact to drive results around test and validation management.Owns the overall quality of IT services and solutions for the program. Plays a leadership role in the design, development and implementation of testing and automation components. Works closely with developers and end users throughout the Solution Delivery Lifecycle (SDLC) to assure developed products conform to requirements and design and will meet the needs of the users. Communicates to executives' resource and process needs to ensure testing standards are in line with customer, IT, and industry standards. Communicates testing progress as well as associated risks, issues, and contingencies.May provide strategic planning analysis concerning staffing needs on short, medium- and long-term basis, based on large scale program and special dedicated project test requirements. Collaborate with company leadership and teams to continually improve and enforce QA processes, standards, and metrics for various types of projects.Leverage the companies IT metrics to ensure quality, timely and consistent delivery for the area Responsible in partnership with the IT PMO, EPMO, Enterprise Technology, Release and Deployment and IT Change Management leads for planning, scheduling, and controlling the movement of components from test to production environments. Focuses on developing talent and building a high performing test management team as well as identifying new avenues for developing talent. Collaborate with other IT leaders to fulfill the IT vision of delivering a world-class integrated information and technology platform for growth to enable the mission.Ability to work with executive levels of leadership with critical timelines and commitments.Manages the performance of direct reports by defining accountabilities, establishing performance objectives, providing feedback and guidance, and ensuring that all policies are understood and followed.Self-driven and motivated.   qualifications: Experience level: ManagerMinimum 4 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors  skills: Manager Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. For certain assignments, Covid-19 vaccination and/or testing may be required by Randstad's client or applicable federal mandate, subject to approved medical or religious accommodations. Carefully review the job posting for details on vaccine/testing requirements or ask your Randstad representative for more information

job summary: You will be joining a multinational organization with a strong emphasis on talent development where you will spend 2-3 years' operating within this cross-functional role and learning the company's diverse and evolving businesses. Afterwards you will have the opportunity to transition into various positions in the organization such as Cybersecurity, Global Privacy, Operating Divisional IT Roles, Global IT, and Legal. The Associate Manager, Global Technology Assurance will be responsible for managing and performing various technical control assessments and providing the business with an independent analysis of their risk landscape. You will operate as a fieldwork and team leader to influence the business and IT organizations by recommending proper information systems controls to maximize efficiencies and minimize risk. You can expect to work in a complex global environment operating with skilled peers to analyze and evaluate information systems facilitating the business internal control process. In addition, you will manage and assist other Risk Assurance professionals located in company offices all over the world in performing information technology control and security engagements.?   location: Chicago, Illinois job type: Permanent salary: $105,000 - 110,000 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors   responsibilities: Partner and collaborate with senior leadership and other team members to plan engagements, including conducting risk assessments and developing work programs and timelines. Work with the engagement team to document the business processes and control environment. Serve as a fieldwork leader by directing the daily progress of fieldwork, informing management and business leaders of engagement status. Demonstrate and apply deep technical or specialty skills to understand and evaluate the risk landscape surrounding a complex information systems environment. Use knowledge of industry IT trends and control frameworks to identify the engagement scope. Communicate evaluation results to senior leadership through written correspondence and verbal presentations. Apply project management skills, inspire, and mentor other team members, think end-to-end, and use technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables and services. Assess the design and development of security solutions and their adherence to applicable policies and compliance with information security requirements. Stay abreast of current and emerging security trends and risks. Research new technologies, laws and regulations, understand existing processes, and reference recognized standards and frameworks. Partner with other Risk Assurance professionals on engagements to improve the on-going control environment. Participate in cybersecurity, technology risk, and privacy assessments against industry standards such as NIST, ISO, COBIT, GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA, CMMC, etc. Communicate assessment results to internal partners, Audit Management, and team members; and build and maintain partnerships with policy owners and internal workgroups leading strategic initiatives, defining corporate requirements and policies. Manage team members' performance by providing guidance, delivering constructive feedback, and communicating the department's goals and the team's role in achieving them. Required Qualifications Bachelor's or Masters degree in Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, with proper technical focus and experience. Three to five years of experience with information security or in a technology related field. Technical expertise in one or more of the following areas: Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Cloud Security, ERP security and controls (SAP), Data Governance or Business Product Cybersecurity Assessments. Detailed insight of best practice standards and frameworks, such as ISO 27001/2 and NIST is required. Practical knowledge of various risk frameworks, methodologies, leading industry/assurance standards and regulations, as well as attestation reporting frameworks, such as ISO 27001/2, NIST, COBIT, SOC2 reporting framework. Ability to think strategically; work with a sense of urgency and pay attention to detail. Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a rapidly growing, fast-paced interactive, results-based team environment; adaptable, self-starter, and able to solution creatively within ambiguity. Preferred Qualifications Experience with working on global teams across time zones, cultures, and languages. Advanced certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP), Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), Healthcare Information Security and Privacy Practitioner (HCISPP), Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security (CHPS), Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), ISO 27001/2, Lead are highly desired. Willingness to travel globally outside of your assigned office location at least 30% of the time. Knowledge and experience conducting cybersecurity assessments, privacy strategies and/or architecture. Must have excellent writing skills and the ability to communicate technical details in simple terms. Experience working and liaising with senior leaders (e.g., CIO, CISO, Vice Presidents, Directors). Analytical and problem-solving mindset; demonstrated by quantitative skills and ability to synthesize large amounts of data in short periods of time for consumption by multiple stakeholders. Effective relationship-building, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Highly disciplined, with organizational abilities. Ability to multi-task, prioritize work and work independently. Possess exceptional level of integrity and customer focus.   qualifications: Experience level: Entry LevelMinimum 3 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors (required)  skills: SAP ApplicationsERP Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. For certain assignments, Covid-19 vaccination and/or testing may be required by Randstad's client or applicable federal mandate, subject to approved medical or religious accommodations. Carefully review the job posting for details on vaccine/testing requirements or ask your Randstad representative for more information