IT Project Controller

Nature & Scope → Your Role at Roots

Roots is seeking a Project Controller to support all our technology related projects (front end, back end, data/BI, integrations). This role requires a team player who values collaboration, innovation, and is results-driven. The ideal candidate will have a project planning background and a proven track record of guiding multidisciplinary teams towards successful project execution. Reporting to the VP of Information Strategy and Systems Information Technology, the Project Controller will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Standard Delivery Lifecycle and processes to plan, execute and report on progress.

Key Responsibilities → How You’ll Make an Impact

• Refine current project planning process to ensure a consistent delivery model.
• Ensure teams are scheduling resources accordingly – Business Analysts, Developers, QA, Support, and Infrastructure across the Standard Delivery Lifecycle
• Assist and support teams in prioritizing projects and resources to execute projects efficiently.
• Monitoring project performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support project managers in tracking project timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation.
• Compile and analyze project data to identify trends and variances, providing actionable insights to project stakeholders.
• Participate in project meetings, documenting discussions and action items to ensure clear communication among team members.
• Maintain project documentation, including reports, contracts, and compliance records, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Collaborate with project managers to develop project time estimates, and resource capacity
• Implement and maintain project control processes and tools to ensure effective monitoring and reporting.

Qualifications & Experience → The Skills You Bring

• Minimum of 2+ years in a similar project planning and controlling environment, preferably within a retail-related industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Project Management, MIS or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to a diverse audience, including executive leadership.
• 1+ years of experience in project coordination or financial analysis, preferably within a corporate environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide meaningful insights.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other project management tools.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools such as JIRA, MS Project, Asana
• Experience with project management software for tracking and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving, demonstrating a willingness to learn and adapt.