Jr. Project Manager, WMS Software Implementations

Interlake Mecalux; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Interlake Mecalux in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Jr. WMS Implementation Project Manager to manage several projects concurrently. This role involves ensuring project success by meeting goals and deadlines, overseeing project design, and maintaining client relationships.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or related fields, knowledge of Agile methodologies, and excellent communication skills. Professional fluency in English is required, with preference for Spanish.

Qualifications

• Understanding of warehouse, logistics, and supply chain processes.
• Knowledge of Agile Methodologies.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• Proficiency in Spanish is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project goals, timeline, and budget are met.
• Organize project information in SAP.
• Create project schedules and budgets.
• Communicate resource needs to team leaders.
• Monitor project status and weekly report to clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Details

• Level: Experienced
• Location: Atlanta - Atlanta, GA 30305
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: 4 Year Degree
• Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $67,000.00
• Travel Percentage: Up to 50%
• Job Shift: Day
• Job Category: Supply Chain

Interlake Mecalux designs, develops, and implements its own Warehouse Management System (WMS): EasyWMS. We are seeking a Jr. WMS Implementation Project Manager to join our WMS Operations team in Atlanta, GA. The WMS Operations team is responsible for implementing EasyWMS for all Interlake Mecalux clients purchasing this product.

The Jr. WMS Implementation Project Manager is critical to project success and manages an average of five simultaneous projects in the US, Canada, and occasionally Mexico.

Responsibilities

• Project Success
  • Ensure the project meets its goals, timeline, and budget.
• Scope Management
  • Review and understand project scope, deadlines, and goals.
• Scheduling and Resource Management
  • Organize project information in SAP.
  • Create project schedules and budgets.
  • Communicate resource needs to team leaders.
  • Coordinate internal and client kick-off meetings and manage on-site travel logistics.
  • Lead the on-site team during the go-live phase.
• Design Review and Change Management
  • Understand and oversee the design solution.
  • Ensure necessary warehouse KPIs and data are collected for future comparison and project success measurement.
  • Manage any scope changes, coordinating with Sales reps and clients.
• Client Relationship Management
  • Build and maintain trust with clients.
  • Establish direct communication to facilitate smooth project execution.
• Project Monitoring
  • Monitor the project status and ensure deadlines are met.
  • Weekly reporting of project status to clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Monitor warehouse performance post-go-live to evaluate if the goals are being met.
  • Ensure all deliverables are met during Go-Live through to project closure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or relevant field as it relates to Logistics.
• An understanding of warehouse, logistics, and supply chain processes. Previous experience working with a WMS in a warehouse is preferred.
• Knowledge related to Agile Methodologies. PMP certification is preferred.
• Availability to Travel: Approximately 20% of the time.
• Professional personal presentation.
• English language fluency is absolutely required. Proficiency in Spanish, both spoken and written, is highly preferred.
• Interpersonal skills: Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with both clients and internal teams. Highly organized, detail-oriented, with a desire to learn.