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Project Specialist I (Full Time) United States

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Cisco

Sep 15

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Richardson

Requirements

  • Minimum Qualifications
  • Including but not limited to a graduate/upcoming graduate of a certification program from a Boot Camp, Apprenticeship, Community College or 4-Year University.
  • Open to 0 - 3 years of relevant experience or recent graduate or those in the final year of a Bachelor's in Business , Supply Chain, Communications, Mathematics, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, or a related program, or holders of equivalent academic certifications.
  • Solid understanding and experience with project management fundamentals and methodologies.
  • Able to legally live and work in the country for which you’re applying, without visa support or sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Execute project management skill sets and methodologies to address long-term opportunities that impact and improve the business
  • Assist in all project management cycles, including quantitative and qualitative analysis, forecast market trends, to identify risks and issues and work toward innovation and operational success
  • Identify process gaps and process implementation planning
  • Support and further build change management processes
  • Collaborate with partners to provide innovative solutions to optimize internal and external processes, policies, protocols, and tools that will enable the best cost, quality, and delivery of Cisco products

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Project Specialist I.

Is this position currently open for applicants?

This posting is to advertise potential job opportunities; the exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Minimum qualifications include graduating or being an upcoming graduate from a certification program, community college, or 4-year university, as well as having 0 - 3 years of relevant experience or being in the final year of a related Bachelor's program.

What kind of experience is preferred for this job?

Candidates should have a solid understanding and experience with project management fundamentals and methodologies.

What skills are essential for this position?

Essential skills include strong communication and collaboration abilities, excellent organization and time management skills, and a process-oriented mindset.

Are there any specific fields of study preferred for candidates?

Candidates from fields such as Business, Supply Chain, Communications, Mathematics, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, or related programs are preferred.

Will I need visa sponsorship to apply for this position?

Applicants must be able to legally live and work in the country for which they are applying, without visa support or sponsorship.

What type of projects will I be involved in?

You will be involved in the definition, planning, management, and deliverables of various projects aimed at improving business efficiency and market positioning.

What does Cisco value in its employees?

Cisco values diversity, creativity, accountability, and a dedication to equality for all in its employees.

How does Cisco support innovation and change management?

Cisco supports innovation by embracing a culture that allows for creativity and learning from failure, and by building and supporting change management processes.

Technology
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1984
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) enables people to make powerful connections--whether in business, education, philanthropy, or creativity. Cisco hardware, software, and service offerings are used to create the Internet solutions that make networks possible--providing easy access to information anywhere, at any time. Cisco was founded in 1984 by a small group of computer scientists from Stanford University. Since the company's inception, Cisco engineers have been leaders in the development of Internet Protocol (IP)-based networking technologies. Today, with more than 71,000 employees worldwide, this tradition of innovation continues with industry-leading products and solutions in the company's core development areas of routing and switching, as well as in advanced technologies such as home networking, IP telephony, optical networking, security, storage area networking, and wireless technology. In addition to its products, Cisco provides a broad range of service offerings, including technical support and advanced services. Cisco sells its products and services, both directly through its own sales force as well as through its channel partners, to large enterprises, commercial businesses, service providers, and consumers.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

    Our high-performance culture rewards innovation, collaboration and achievement.

  • Employee stock purchase program

    Purchase Cisco stock at a discount to invest in your financial future and the company's (up to 10% of your salary).

  • Employee discount programs

  • Flexible work practices

  • Generous paid time off + holidays

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