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, you will contribute to new business startups and operational efficiency through effective planning, execution, and resource management of projects.
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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