Project Manager Gaming Domain

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in vendor management and a deep understanding of the gaming industry. This role involves overseeing end-to-end project execution coordinating with third-party vendors and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality gaming products and services. The ideal candidate has exceptional communication skills a proven track record of managing complex vendor relationships and a passion for gaming.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Planning & Execution:

- Define project scope goals and deliverables in collaboration with key stakeholders.

- Develop detailed project plans timelines and budgets for gaming projects.

- Track progress against project plans manage risks and drive project execution to meet milestones and deadlines.

1. Vendor Management:

- Coordinate with multiple vendors to ensure alignment with project requirements timelines and quality standards.

- Track and monitor project deliverables from different vendors ensuring timely completion and adherence to specifications.

- Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors facilitating clear and effective communication on project expectations updates and potential challenges.

- Conduct regular check-ins and status reviews with vendors to assess progress and resolve issues proactively.

1. Stakeholder Collaboration:

- Act as a liaison between internal teams (design development marketing) and external vendors to ensure project alignment.

- Facilitate clear and consistent communication across all parties involved to ensure everyone is informed on project progress challenges and changes.

1. Quality Control & Compliance:

- Implement quality control procedures to ensure gaming products meet established standards and regulatory requirements.

- Conduct periodic vendor audits and ensure vendors adhere to contractual obligations and gaming industry regulations.

1. Risk Management:

- Identify potential risks associated with vendor performance and project delivery.

- Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and quality.

Qualifications:

- Bachelors degree in Project Management Business Game Development or related field.

- 8 years of experience in project management preferably in the gaming industry.

- Proven experience in vendor management including vendor selection negotiation and performance monitoring.

- Knowledge of gaming industry standards production processes and emerging trends.

- Proficiency with project management software (e.g. JIRA Trello Asana).

- Excellent communication negotiation and problem-solving skills.

- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Skills:

- Certification in Project Management (PMP CAPM) or Agile methodologies.

- Familiarity with game development cycles and associated tools (e.g. CSQL Server).

- Experience managing vendors across international locations.