Global IT Project Manager Philadelphia, PA​/Remote

Overview

As part of the IT Delivery Transformation Team, the main purpose of this position will be delivering end-to-end projects for Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Order Management Systems (OMS) and Integration for Contract Logistics in North America (United States, Canada and Mexico). The role will involve leading IT Projects by supporting the Business Project Lead and collaborating with cross-functional teams (Operations, Transportation, Engineering, Implementation, Finance, IT) to deliver high-quality solutions for Contract Logistics customers.

A very specific focus will be on Blue Yonder Discrete implementations for a very large customer. This position requires proven high-level skills in Project Management and a very strong understanding of logistics operations.

• Take a lead role in all IT Project Management activities (content, planning, budget), aligned with Logistics standard approach and best practices.
• Foster a collaborative and results-driven environment, ensuring IT team members are aligned with project goals and timelines.
• Oversee deployment of Discrete solutions and automation, ensuring seamless implementation for a very large customer.

• Act as the primary IT point of contact for project stakeholders, including business leaders, IT teams, vendors, and external partners.

• Build strong connections with customers and internal business stakeholders to ensure project success within a pro-active relationship.

• Monitor post-implementation performance and address, during Hypercare, any issues or enhancements as needed.

• Ensure IT Teams deliver required IT solutions with a very high-level of quality and testing to avoid any business disruptions.

• Customers / Contract Logistics Operations:
  Daily interactions
• All Project Management activities (planning, content management, budget follow-up)
• Requirements gathering workshops
• Feedback sessions on testing activities - System Integration testing (SIT) & User acceptance testing (UAT)
• Post-implementation support and troubleshooting.
• Internal Technical Teams (OMS / WMS / Transportation / Integration):
  Daily interactions
• Status meetings and progress reports.
• Coordination of resources and timelines.
• Solution Implementers:
  Daily interactions
• Status meetings and progress reports.
• Delivery Transformation Manager:
  Weekly interactions
• Status meetings and progress reports.
• Escalation process when needed.
• Global Transformation Program team:
  Weekly interactions
• Alignment on Project Management approach and standards
• Share best practices with other Project Managers

None specified.

• Master (preferred) or Bachelor in Logistics and/or in Information Technology
• Any certifications in Leadership or Change Management

• Min. 5 years in IT project management, with a focus on WMS, OMS, and integration solutions
• Strong logistics/supply chain knowledge
• Proven experience with Blue Yonder Discrete implementation
• Any technical experiences (development or configuration) on WMS solutions (preferably Manhattan).
• Technical knowledge of EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) and data integration technologies

• Strong ability to manage concurrent projects simultaneously
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Attention to details and commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Any skills in data mapping and or automated Dashboarding

• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on achieving common goals.
• Strong negotiation skills

• Position to be based in United States, close to Philadelphia
• The role will be a combination of remote and on-site working, the balance of which will vary by project.