Cyber Sphere LLC

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Title: IT Project Manager - Core Dealership Management System - (Remote) Location: Remote Duration: Contract Domain: Automotive domain The role requires candidates with hands-on experience working specifically within a dealership s IT ecosystem and related technology stack. This experience is mandatory. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced and results-driven IT Project Manager for a contract engagement to lead strategic and mission-critical initiatives within our Core Dealership Management System (DMS) environment. This role requires mandatory hands-on experience within a dealership s IT ecosystem, including dealership management systems and related automotive retail technologies. The ideal candidate will manage complex, cross-functional initiatives while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget with clear communication from project teams to executive leadership. Key Responsibilities • Lead end-to-end project delivery for core Dealership Management System (DMS) initiatives • Manage large, cross-functional teams including IT, business stakeholders, vendors, and dealership operations • Drive system implementations, upgrades, integrations, enhancements, and process optimization initiatives • Develop detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, risk logs, and stakeholder communication strategies • Coordinate integrations between DMS and: • CRM systems • Inventory & Vehicle Management Systems • Finance & Insurance (F&I) systems • Service & Parts platforms • OEM systems • Payment processing systems • Identify and mitigate project risks, dependencies, and constraints • Facilitate steering committee meetings and provide executive-level reporting • Ensure alignment between dealership operations, IT, and business strategy • Oversee vendor management and third-party system integrations • Drive change management and user adoption across dealership locations Mandatory Requirements (Non-Negotiable) • Proven experience managing IT projects within a Dealership Management System (DMS) environment • Direct experience working in a dealership s IT ecosystem • Hands-on experience with one or more dealership platforms such as: • Reynolds and Reynolds • CDK Global • Dealertrack • Strong understanding of dealership operations (Sales, Service, Parts, F&I, Inventory) • Experience managing large-scale system integrations and upgrades • Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships • Experience presenting to senior leadership and executive stakeholders Preferred Qualifications • PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent certification • Experience with cloud integrations and SaaS platforms • Familiarity with data migration and reporting systems • Experience in multi-location dealership environments • Strong knowledge of API integrations within automotive retail systems