LOCAL JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN THE MANAGEMENT AND CONSULTING FIELD:

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OBJECTIVES:
The Product Manager is a direct report to the Vice President, ProQuest Publishing. This individual directs the research, analysis, evaluation and development of ProQuest products for the corporate market.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Manage product ideas from conceptualization, through market verification, business plan development and release per the new product development process.
• Initiate new product ideas and submit concept documents to the Publishing Approval Team
• Lead sales, marketing, production, publisher relations and finance teams in creating viable business cases for new products
• Justify and present business cases for new products to the Publishing Approval Team
• Develop product narrative requirements for all new and sustaining products
• Accountable for the delivery of all product requirements for all products for which they have responsibility
• Identify, evaluate, and secure new content distribution rights with key institutions, publications, and libraries to enhance the value of ProQuest products. This work will be coordinated with Publisher Relations.
• Work with sales and marketing managers to define sales opportunities within the Library markets. Support sales effort directly with customer sales calls.
• Work with marketing managers to create supporting collateral material, including competitive analysis and customer feedback.
• Evaluate existing product lines to ensure they are properly configured and optimized for all appropriate markets. Maintain and enhance their overall profitability.
• Create detailed publishing plans that support stated annual revenue targets.
• Understand basic financials such as product P&L’s; ROI; ROS; and manage products within budget to achieve stated goals.
• Provide training and support to sales personnel and distributors regarding product attributes, and competitive positioning.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIRED:
• 5 or more years experience in electronic publishing
• Content knowledge in technology, computing, and similar fields.
• Experience with product integrations.
• Experience with defining new product opportunities.
• Experience in the information and/or library industries.
• Experience in the marketing and/or product management experience.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in a dynamic, fast paces environment.
• Must be able to translate customer requirements into detailed specifications for product creation activities.
• Must have a general understanding of content use within the library setting
• Understanding of web technologies
• Proficiency in online searching, reference and information access tools.
• Ability to work effectively with senior management, sales, marketing and customers.
• Must be an independent, self motivated individual capable of managing multiple tasks.
• Travel estimated to be approximately 20%.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.

EDUCATION:
Required: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

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Production Manager at ProQuest LLC
This position is responsible for capturing user needs and defining requirements for the interface, capabilities, features and performance for a major new online search application. The individual will define the user experience for this service which will support students, librarians and faculty members in conducting scholarly research.
This position helps define the product road map, creates concepts and use cases for new services and features to support end-user and library customer needs and meet business objectives. The individual develops detailed requirements, provides direction to a cross-functional technical team, and coordinates with various organization to enable product development through market launch. This position will work closely with software developers, content operations, sales and marketing as well as senior management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Research customer and end-user needs and identify related opportunities
• Create detailed use cases, product requirements, and functional specification from a user interface/user interaction perspective
• Participate in product development team throughout development and consult closely with software development staff to convey requirements, understand and work within technical constraints, and optimize the effectiveness of design implementations
• Coordinate beta sites for a new online of products and services
• Promote product benefits, capabilities, technologies, tools and services through relationship with key customers and contacts throughout the library community
• Support marketing, sales and support through leading the development and maintenance of various technical marketing collateral including application notes, FAQs, product notes, user guides, field training presentations, online marketing content and demos
• Perform product demonstrations at trade shows, online seminars, and other events
• Develop hands-on, in-depth knowledge of competitive products and maintain technical analysis of competitive strengths and weaknesses
• Monitor user feedback as well as market and technology trends to continually identify opportunities for improvement

QUALIFICATIONS:
• 3+ years experience in product management, user experience design, publishing or marketing for an online application, content management company or a publisher/media company
• Considerable experience with online applications, search applications, or reference/information access tools
• Familiarity with web applications, search technologies and the software development process
• Ability to work in a start-up environment with a skeleton staff initially and very ambitious goals
• Must be self-motivated, able to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced, multi-tasking cross-functional team environment while maintaining excellent working relationships with people in a wide variety of functional areas
• High level of interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills as well as basic technical writing skills
• Bachelors degree required, preferably in a technical field, masters degree highly desirable
• Ability to travel 15%

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Team Lead, Project Manager

Dynamic Edge, recently named as one of the top 50 Coolest Places to Work by Crain's Detroit Business, has an opening for an experienced project manager in our consulting department. We need someone who has both technical understand and experience and the people skills to lead a team of consultants. You should have a basic understanding of MS SQL Server, Exchange, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and Routing, as well as experience leading a team, motivating people, and problem solving.  Are you looking for a fun and growing company to be a part of?  If so, please send your resume to hr@dynedge.com, referring to job # 2008AACC, and complete the online application by going to www.dynedge.com/hr.

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Global Recruiters of Ann Arbor, aka GRN of Ann Arbor, is seeking to hire Search Consultants. 
 
GRN of Ann Arbor is an independently owned franchise. We are part of the second largest and fastest growing franchised search firm in the world.  We offer management, technical, executive and professional search services to the corporate community.

Our Search Consultant position is an incredible opportunity for someone who has a professional manner, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, hard working and driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, not easily defeated, thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment and recognizes that attitude determines altitude.
 
Required is two plus years in a corporate environment. Recruiting experience is not necessary, we offer formalized training. 
 
Please forward your resume to Janelle Sterling at jsterling@grnannarbor.com.

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Senior ERP Consultant

Requirements:

Minimum 5 years experience in IT.
Experience in Full Life Cycle Implementation, Migration, Customization and Configuration
3+ years experience in one of the following:

People Soft HCM Technical
People Soft Financial Technical
People Soft SCM Technical
People Soft CRM Technical
People Soft EPM Financial Technical
PeopleSoft Functional Financial
Peoplesoft Application Tester
SAP Functional and Technical (All Modules)
SAP Basis Administrator
Oracle 11i - Applications DBA/Administrator
Oracle 11i Financials - Application Developer
Oracle 11i Financials - Functional

Additional Requirements:

Bachelors degree in IT related field or equivalent training and work experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills are a must
Candidates should be willing to travel or relocate anywhere in the USA with a short notice
Consultant must have valid work visa - the visa must be valid for at least 3 months OR Consultants must be able to join GDI within 2 months of their H-1 visa approval notice

Salary and Benefits:

Competitive salary based on level and value of experience
Excellent benefits, including medical insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance, 401k, with employer matching and immediate vesting, flex spending plan, holidays, vacations and more
Sponsorship of permanent residency (Green Card) for qualified candidates

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Project Manager

At GDI, Project Managers lead the business and technology component of projects including leading the software applications development/integration component. Define, execute and control projects through the development lifecycle. Document and present project management artifacts and get stakeholder buy-in. Support the growth and development of the GDI Project Management Practice through various leadership activities.

Requirements:

10+ years experience in the Information Technology field
5+ years experience as a Technical Project Manager
Proven ability to project manage large technical projects (scope, complexity and duration) in a matrix structure with a project team size averaging 15+ full time equivalents
Demonstrable leadership of complex custom software development, integration & implementations
Proven people skills with both leadership and hands-on managerial skills
Demonstrate strong presentation, facilitation and problem solving skills
Bachelor’s degree in a technical or technical managerial field is a requirement
PMP certification is a requirement

Additional Requirements:

Bachelors degree in IT related field or equivalent training and work experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills are a must
Candidates should be willing to travel or relocate anywhere in the USA with a short notice
Consultant must have valid work visa - the visa must be valid for at least 3 months OR Consultants must be able to join GDI within 2 months of their H-1 visa approval notice

Salary and Benefits:

Competitive salary based on level and value of experience
Excellent benefits, including medical insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance, 401k, with employer matching and immediate vesting, flex spending plan, holidays, vacations and more
Sponsorship of permanent residency (Green Card) for qualified candidates

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Engagement Manager

At GDI, Engagement Manager manages one or more engagements while executing an implementation plan in a manner that meets commitments, anticipates potential problems and avoids surprises. He/she will actively identify and pursue opportunities and participate in complex proposal development with the objective of closing services & solutions opportunities with existing and new customers. The Engagement Manager leads and supervises the work of an implementation team which may include onsite, offsite and offshore groups and effectively delegates to the team. He /she will lead, motivate and focus the team, manage day-to-day customer communications, and develop a close partnership with the customer on each project while understanding the customer’s business strategy & objectives. He/she will sell GDI solutions/service offerings and provide field inputs to our Solutions Division team that lead to expansion of the current service/solutions portfolio.

Requirements:

12+ years of demonstrated experience in full lifecycle systems development/implementation/integration experience with at least eight years of project leadership experience managing medium to large sized teams
Excellent technical and business writing skills, demonstrated leadership and presentation skills required. These positions demand outstanding written and spoken English language skills.
Ability to become a client’s trusted advisor
Proven motivator and team builder.
Proven credentials as a self-motivated team player, willing to work extra hours and travel as required by project /customer/marketing demands
Working knowledge of information/data integration, system development methodologies and business requirements gathering approaches with business clients
Proven experience adapting project planning and delivery approaches to specific project and client needs including agile and iterative techniques
Ability to manage, prioritize and schedule project assignments and possess the ability to be effective in a fast-paced customer-driven environment
PMP Certification and other professional certifications are highly desirable
Excellent partnering, relationship building, consensus building, and collaboration skills supported by actual recent project or work experience
A Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Business or Engineering is required, a Masters Degree or PhD in a technical or management discipline is a plus

Additional Requirements:

Bachelors degree in IT related field or equivalent training and work experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills are a must
Candidates should be willing to travel or relocate anywhere in the USA with a short notice
Consultant must have valid work visa - the visa must be valid for at least 3 months OR Consultants must be able to join GDI within 2 months of their H-1 visa approval notice

Salary and Benefits:

Competitive salary based on level and value of experience
Excellent benefits, including medical insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance, 401k, with employer matching and immediate vesting, flex spending plan, holidays, vacations and more
Sponsorship of permanent residency (Green Card) for qualified candidates

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University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA)
Facilities Manager

The University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA) seeks a new Facilities Manager.  The position is responsible for managing the effective use of the Museum of Art building, including scheduling and assignment of specific areas of the facility available to staff, University and/or public access. The position supervises staff members in support of these duties including security officers, technical production staff and others as needed.

The new Facilities Manager will join UMMA at a dynamic time in its history as it prepares to complete construction and launch an expansion and historic restoration/renovation project totaling some 100,000 square feet. This project will bring to UMMA new levels of visibility, along with growing collections, compelling new exhibitions and new collaborative and cross-disciplinary programs, collectively positioning the Museum at the heart of University and civic life, both intellectually and socially. This unique opportunity will appeal to the candidate who embraces change, who thrives in a cohesive, team-based environment and who understands the possibilities and challenges of being part of a large university environment as well as part of a sprawling urban region.

In addition, the position is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the Museum of Art facilities, staff, visitors, and art in accordance with all governmental regulations, institutional policies, and museum industry standards. This includes assuring that requests for usage meet all applicable requirements and adhere with Museum and University policies, and that the facilities are appropriate and suited to the requests. Responsibilities also include managing and maintaining the food service vendor relationship and associated catering events; and managing the ongoing, day-to-day requirements of the facility (building-related requests involving maintenance, HVAC, etc., complaints, safety).

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Two to four years experience in institutional or facilities management with an emphasis on project coordination and implementation, working knowledge of issues associated with building maintenance, HVAC, electrical and security is required.

The successful candidate will be an articulate individual with personal integrity and strong interpersonal skills who is flexible, organized and self-motivated, with excellent planning and follow-through. Good verbal and written communication skills are essential. The candidate must be able and willing to work outside the normal workday.

Applications must be submitted via the University of Michigan’s employment website at: www.umich.edu/~jobs.  For full consideration, applications should be received by March 25, 2008.

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University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA)
Development Events Manager (75%)

The University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA) seeks a new Development Events Manager.  This position is responsible for planning and implementing the events that build and enhance relationships with prospects and donors to the Museum’s annual giving and campaign programs, special giving initiatives and donor recognition/stewardship development outreach activities.

The new Development Events Manager will join UMMA at a dynamic time in its history as it prepares to complete construction and launch an expansion and historic restoration/renovation project totaling some 100,000 square feet. This project will bring to UMMA new levels of visibility, along with growing collections, compelling new exhibitions and new collaborative and cross-disciplinary programs, collectively positioning the Museum at the heart of University and civic life, both intellectually and socially. This unique opportunity will appeal to the candidate who embraces change, who thrives in a cohesive, team-based environment and who understands the possibilities and challenges of being part of a large university environment as well as part of a sprawling urban region.

This position analyzes and evaluates an ambitious program of revenue-producing events, contributing critically to the Museum’s donated income streams.  Additionally, this position works closely with the Facilities Manager to coordinate all special events for maximum success, including volunteer coordination and coordination with the Museum’s program of rental activities. This Manager also works closely with the Museum’s communications staff to assure the timely, effective, and accurate development of event materials including print and digital communications.

Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required. Previous event management experience is essential. Problem-solving skills and experience working in a matrix environment, including the ability to maintain a calm demeanor and a sense of humor during occasionally stressful social circumstances is essential. Some bexperience in volunteer management is desired. The ability to work outside the normal weekday, including evenings and weekends is required. A desire to be part of a leadership cultural institution is essential. Personal elief in the mission, goals, and objectives of UMMA is a plus.
The successful candidate will be an articulate individual with personal integrity and strong interpersonal skills who is creative, flexible, organized, and self-motivated, with superlative planning and follow-through. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Applications must be submitted via the University of Michigan’s employment website at: www.umich.edu/~jobs.  For full consideration, applications should be received by March 25, 2008.

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University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA)
Director of Development

The University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA) seeks a new Director of Development to plan, implement, and coordinate all its fundraising activities, manage the Development Department, and oversee his/her own portfolio of donors/prospects.  The position supervises three staff members including an Associate Director of Annual Giving/Stewardship, an Associate Director of Foundation and Government Relations, and a Development Assistant, and oversees a department of four.

The new Director of Development will join UMMA at a dynamic time in its history as it prepares to complete construction and launch an expansion and historic restoration/renovation project totaling some 100,000 square feet. This project will bring to UMMA new levels of visibility, along with growing collections, compelling new exhibitions and new collaborative and cross-disciplinary programs, collectively positioning the Museum at the heart of University and civic life, both intellectually and socially. This unique opportunity will appeal to the candidate who embraces change, who thrives in a cohesive, team-based environment, and who understands the possibilities and challenges of being part of a large university environment as well as part of a sprawling urban region.

This position manages a department whose work includes major gifts (individual and corporate), annual giving, tribute and memorial giving, grant writing, the Friends membership program, as well as on- and off-campus development events. The Director of Development will identify, analyze, and conceive strategies for approaching prospects, making the vitally important match of donor interests with program needs within UMMA, includes short- and long-term planning of solicitations and prospect analysis. The Director Development will oversee the conclusion of a multi-year campaign in December 2008 and lead the Museum into a new era of expanded annual funding needs and opportunities, reporting to the Director of the Museum and serving as a member of the Museum’s senior management team.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience. A background in the visual arts and/or the cultural community and/or higher education is preferred.  Demonstrated leadership and management skills, a proven ability to lead a team of individuals towards a common goal, a demonstrable track record of fundraising success, and three to five years of progressively responsible fundraising experience are required.

The successful candidate will be an articulate individual with personal integrity and strong interpersonal skills who is creative, flexible, organized and self-motivated, with superlative planning and follow-through. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. The candidate must be able and willing to travel, as well as to work outside the normal workday.

Applications must be submitted via the University of Michigan’s employment website at: www.umich.edu/~jobs.  For full consideration, applications should be received by March 25, 2008.

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Pyramid International

A rapidly growing management consulting firm, headquartered in Southeast Michigan is seeking candidates for immediate hire. Our compnay provides management consulting services to clients of various sizes and in different industries such as energy, healthcare, manufacturing and public sector. We help our clients build a solid business and management foundation to successfully implement their strategies.

Candidates must possess leadership qualities and ability to assume managerial and decision making roles in different client atmospheres. Successful candidates are expected to perform in all management consulting competencies including consulting process, engagement management, business development, people development, practice management, knowledge development & content sharing and industry & competency management.

Successful candidates will be hired at a level commensurate with their qualifications and expertise ranging from an analyst level to a director level. Our culture enables the professional development of all individuals throughout their career. We are looking for self motivated individuals who strive to build a prosperous career in management consulting. Our team members will be expected to creatively develop solutions to client problems and continuously exceed clients’ expectations as well as support the growth of business through business development activities.

Please send your resume to human.resources@pyramidint.com or fax it to 734.531.0819.

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University Bank

University Bank is currently seeking an experienced Teller Supervisor to join their team of professionals in Ann Arbor, MI.

Job Responsibilities:
Work closely with the branch staff
Assist the Branch Manager in the daily operations of the branch.
Handle all phases of teller operations including opening new accounts and processing deposits and payments
Promotes the bank’s services and cross-sells bank products

Job Requirements:
Must have a High School diploma or equivalent
Must have 3 years experience as a lead teller
Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be able to meet deadlines
Must have a high degree of accuracy

Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
Provides all full time employees with paid health insurance, $50,000 in life insurance and Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
Full time employees may purchase at their own expense dependent health insurance, dental insurance and vision insurance through the employer
Flexible spending accounts are also available for employees to contribute to.
401K plan that after six months of employment employees may begin contributing to.

Interested candidates should submit a resume via email to: janderson@university-bank.com

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University Bank

University Bank is currently seeking an experienced Commercial Lending Credit Analyst to join their team of professionals in Ann Arbor,MI.

Job Responsibilities:
Responsible for analyzing the financial statements of all commercial loan customers.
Duties include research and examining credit risks, assessing credit history and preparing loan presentation packages that are reviewed by the loan committee for approval or denial of the extension of credit.
Works very closely with the commercial loan officers.
This position reports to sales support team leaders.

Job Requirements:
Must have at least 3 years of experience.
Bachelor’s degree in related field
Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within the field

Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
Provides all full time employees with paid health insurance, $50,000 in life insurance and Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
Full time employees may purchase at their own expense dependent health insurance, dental insurance and vision insurance through the employer
Flexible spending accounts are also available for employees to contribute to.
401K plan offered after six months of employment.

Interested candidates should submit a resume via email to: janderson@university-bank.com