Senior Innovation Project Manager; EM

Why join Samsung SDS?

Samsung SDS plays a leading role in the global logistics market with unique logistics services. With its innovative IT technology, SDS developed the integrated logistics solution called "Cello" in 2010, started its logistics business in 2012 and expanded its logistics business with Business Process Outsourcing.

Smart Logistics Division tech-driven innovators shaping the future of global supply chain solutions. Our logistics platform Cello blends cutting-edge IT with real-world logistics, offering smarter, faster, and more reliable services to our clients around the world.

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We are looking for an Innovation Project Manager to lead warehouse optimization initiatives that enhance efficiency and productivity. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in warehouse operations, project management, and technology implementation. The ideal candidate will have experience evaluating, piloting, and deploying automation/productivity solutions, as well as working cross-functionally to drive process improvements.

• Lead and manage multiple warehouse productivity and automation projects simultaneously, from scoping through implementation
• Build, maintain, and continuously improve/automate executive-level reporting and data tracking, ensuring accuracy and relevance for leadership decision-making
• Develop and maintain detailed project timelines, budgets, and resource plans to ensure successful execution
• Partner with warehouse teams to standardize processes across sites, and train onsite teams on new SOPs, tools, and workflows
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, IT, engineering, and third-party vendors to drive project success
• Source, evaluate, and manage relationships with vendors to support automation initiatives
• Serve as a client-facing point of contact with our parent company, representing project status and outcomes
• Analyze project performance data, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
• Analyze current warehouse layouts, workflows, and processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements
• Communicate project updates, key findings, and recommendations to leadership clearly and concisely
• Operate with urgency, moving quickly across multiple concurrent projects without sacrificing accuracy

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain or equivalent experience
• 6+ years of relevant experience in service Logistics, warehouse & 3PL operations within the logistics industry preferred
• Communication:
  Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and warehouse management systems (WMS/TMS). Experience working with AI systems in automating workflows.
• Data & Analysis:
  Strong analytical skills, including data analysis, trend tracking, and report creation.
• Organization:
  Excellent attention to detail, project planning, and cross-team collaboration.
• Flexibility:
  Willingness to work additional hours, weekends, or holidays as needed.
• Reliability:
  Dependable, trustworthy, and able to work independently.
• Ability to travel up to 50 % in US
• Work Location: Santa Ana, CA 92707 (Onsite), Fullerton, CA 92831 (Onsite), Cerritos CA 90703 (Onsite)

• The position requires the ability to talk and hear while performing the duties of this job.
• The position requires the ability to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• The position requires dexterity to write and use computer keyboard and mouse.
• The position requires multitasking and solving complex issues, occasionally in a fast-paced environment.
• This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products, materials and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

We believe that when you thrive, we all succeed. That's why our benefits are built to support your health, well-being, career growth, and life outside of work.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage Top-tier medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans to keep you and your family covered.

• 401(k) with Company Match Invest in…