Senior Project Implementations Manager - 1st Shift - Travel

GXO Logistics, Inc. is hiring a Senior Project Implementations Manager to lead new business implementations and improve operational efficiency. The role manages project planning, execution, resources, communication, risks, and delivery to meet client requirements and financial objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Establish realistic goals and implement action plans for achieving set objectives for new business implementations
• Guide and direct project team members to ensure compliance with set standards, procedures and guidelines
• Ensure availability of financial, material and human resources required to complete a project successfully
• Evaluate progress to detect limitations or faults to seek solutions to a more efficient process
• Develop internal/external communication strategies useful in ensuring communication between various departments of the organization and clients
• Use specialized tools and techniques to delegate and ensure even distribution of tasks to project team members
• Participate in educational programs to update job knowledge and expand personal network
• Motivate team members to meet project goals by effectively carrying out their responsibilities
• Offer effective solutions to meet set targets and satisfy client requirements
• Manage every aspect of projects, including planning, communication, risk assessment and resources
• Create a collaborative, enjoyable work environment that is conducive to effective creative thinking

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work or military experience
• 2 years of experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously of varying scope and size and using project management software
• Microsoft Office experience
• Certification(s) such as PMP,  Agile or Six Sigma
• Experience in a transportation, supply chain, logistics, distribution or manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of professional services economics
• Experience with change management processes
• Experience in staff management and development, including solid track record of mentoring Project Managers
• Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities