3PL Site Automation Project Manager

CEVA Logistics; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CEVA Logistics is seeking a Project Manager to lead end-to-end implementation projects in a contract logistics setting, including start-ups and robotics deployments. You will coordinate across customers, vendors, and internal teams to drive go-live and handover with strong PM discipline.

The role requires hands-on experience in automation projects, vendor coordination, and robust stakeholder management, with a focus on delivering on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in project or program management within logistics, supply chain, or industrial environments.
• Experience leading warehouse automation implementation projects in a 3PL or contract logistics environment, including capital deployments of robotics, conveyor, and material handling systems for new customer/site start-ups or brownfield facilities, with responsibility for execution coordination, commissioning, and go-live, including WMS integration.
• Hands-on experience managing complex implementation projects with tight timelines and multiple stakeholders.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cost analysis, and financial reporting.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and solutioning.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet).
• Flexibility to adjust plans and strategies based on project demands or unforeseen challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead site-level projects and programs, including new customer/site start-ups and automation deployments into live operations, ensuring timely and successful execution.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Drive accountability by monitoring progress, resolving issues, and removing roadblocks across cross-functional teams.
• Ensure all projects comply with company policies and industry regulations
• Own vendor coordination, execution sequencing, and readiness through installation, commissioning, and go-live
• Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned projects, building and maintaining strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Manage customer expectations and ensure alignment on scope, timelines, and delivery outcomes.
• Facilitate regular project status meetings, providing clear updates on progress, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner closely with Operations, Engineering, IT, and Solution Design teams to support operational readiness for new sites, processes, and automation solutions.
• Support operational design and process definition activities required for successful startup or retrofit.
• Ensure implementation outcomes align with agreed service levels, capacity requirements, and performance targets at handover.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring financial targets are met.
• Provide detailed financial reporting and analysis to senior leadership.
• Identify cost and risk mitigation opportunities without compromising delivery or service quality
• Lead and influence cross-functional project teams in a matrix environment
• Provide direction, clarity, and support to team members to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Ensure appropriate resourcing and coordination across project phases

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Analytical mindset

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Microsoft Office

Job description

CEVA Logistics is seeking a Project Manager to lead end-to-end implementation projects in a contract logistics setting, including start-ups and robotics deployments. You will coordinate across customers, vendors, and internal teams to drive go-live and handover with strong PM discipline.

The role requires hands-on experience in automation projects, vendor coordination, and robust stakeholder management, with a focus on delivering on time and within budget.