Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GXO Logistics, Inc. is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions. As the Senior Project Manager, Solutions, you will contribute to new business startups and operational efficiency through effective planning and delivery of projects on time and on budget.
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
Skills
- 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
- Availability to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends
- Ability to travel up to 40% of the time
- 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
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- A generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Disability
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