Senior Project Manager to implement technology solutions in Supply Chain (Warehousing- SAP WM, [...]

Senior Project Manager to implement technology solutions in Supply Chain (Warehousing- SAP WM, Manhattan, JDA) with one of our major Retail Clients- 30061

Location: Mississauga (5 Days on Site)- Travel may be required

Duration: 1 Year (Good Chance of Extension)

Other Notes:

• May be required to various sites across the GTA.
• May occasionally be required to work off hours (evenings/weekends) to meet project commitments.

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall direction, planning, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific IT projects according to the approved scope, timelines, and budget. The Project Manager will also oversee quality control through all phases of the project. Projects typically include small to large warehouse implementations, process optimization requiring system change, new technology innovation, infrastructure and/or software upgrades.

Key Accountabilities:

• Lead the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closing of the project
• Identify project tasks and resource requirements working with the project team
• Plan, schedule, and manage project timelines, dependencies, and milestones through the use of a project plan
• Identify, assemble and coordinate project resources
• Prepare and manage project budget
• Uses various project management tools and software applications to proactively track, monitor and control project deliverables
• Manages the triple constraint (time vs. scope vs. cost)
• Prioritize and delegate project tasks, providing timely direction and support to project team on a day to day basis
• Proactively manage project risks, including the identification of mitigation strategies
• Performs project reporting & communications (Including weekly status updates and/or Exec Steering Committee meetings)
• Challenges performance gaps of project team members and provides coaching/mentoring support
• Facilitate meetings and design workshops, testing activities, and post go live support keeping a keen eye on quality

Must Have Skills:

• 5 - 8 years proven experience in a project management role in system implementation.
• 2 - 3 year experience in implementing Technology solutions in Supply Chain, especially in warehousing (i.e. SAP WM, Manhattan, JDA), transportation, replenishment, preferably in a Omnichannel Retail environment.
• Solid supply chain knowledge, especially in Logistics.
• Ability to engage with Director / VP level at both external clients and internal client (i.e. operations) during projects
• PMP certified or working towards designation
• Proficient in MS Project

Education:

• University degree (bachelor’s degree or the global equivalent) in Business, Engineering, Logistics, or equivalent