Intralogistics Automation Project Manager

Daifuku North America; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Health insurance

401K with company match

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is seeking a Project Manager to oversee material handling automation projects, spanning structures, conveyors, robotics, and software. You will manage budgets, resources, and multiple projects across locations, while maintaining client and supplier relationships.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 2+ years of project management experience, and strong communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Operations Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of project management experience.
• PMP certification preferred or able to obtain within 1 year of hire.
• Knowledge of materials handling, WMS, fulfillment or distribution center operations, and supply chain logistics.
• Knowledge of automation projects involving machines, robotics, controls, and software.
• Knowledge of the software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Knowledge of business accounting and contracts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple project assignments and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Plans, executes, and completes projects involving structures, conveyors, machinery, robotics, AS/RS solutions, racking, controls, and software.
• Manages project financials, cost management and resources.
• Manage simultaneous projects in multiple locations.
• Manages relationships and contracts with customers and suppliers.
• Creates and manages project records per company standards.
• Follows company standards for project execution.
• Provides updates for projects aligned to company standards.
• Travel up to 50%.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal & written communication

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Operations Management, or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is seeking a Project Manager to oversee material handling automation projects, spanning structures, conveyors, robotics, and software. You will manage budgets, resources, and multiple projects across locations, while maintaining client and supplier relationships.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 2+ years of project management experience, and strong communication abilities.