Who are we?
Amaris Consulting is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1,000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade – this is made possible by an international team of 7,600 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System & Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We’re focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success.At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here's what our recruitment process looks like:
Brief Call: Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you! The objective? Learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you!
Interviews (the average number of interviews is 3 - the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. Of course, you will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities!
Case study: Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc.
As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company. That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate's shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience.
We look forward to meeting you!
Job description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Operations Specialist with at least 1-2 years of experience, to work on-site in Markham, Ontario, supporting the successful execution of R&D projects. This role involves maintaining accurate project data, coordinating purchases and shipping logistics, and ensuring timely delivery of updates and prototypes in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Keep project data organized and up to date (Excel trackers, Jira boards, sprint documentation).
- Monitor project timelines, technical risks, dependencies, and team performance metrics.
- Run status reports, ensure data consistency, and flag irregularities or issues.
- Follow up on action items from Design Reviews, Technical Reviews, and team syncs.
- Create and manage purchase requisitions and maintain complete procurement documentation (quotes, approvals, POs, deliveries, invoices).
- Track delivery timelines and coordinate with suppliers and sourcing departments.
- Prepare documents for domestic and international shipments.
- Collaborate with logistics teams to determine optimal shipping methods.
- Oversee the delivery and tracking of prototypes across R&D sites.
- Monitor shipments and resolve customs issues when needed.
- Maintain detailed records of prototype distribution and usage.
Profile Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, or Engineering
- Agile certification is a plus
- 1–2 years of experience in a project coordination or project support role
- Familiarity with project management tools (Jira, Jira Align, Microsoft Project, Confluence)
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Oscar or similar)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills
- Basic understanding of Agile, Scrum, SAFe, or Waterfall project methodologies
Why choose us
- An international community bringing together more than 110 different nationalities
- An environment where trust is central: 70% of our leaders started their careers at the entry level
- A strong training system with our internal Academy and more than 250 modules available
- A dynamic work environment that frequently comes together for internal events (afterworks, team buildings, etc.)
Amaris Consulting promotes equal opportunities. We are committed to bringing together people from diverse backgrounds and creating an inclusive work environment. In this regard, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or other characteristics.