Lead Software Project Manager – Warehouse Automation

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation

Clearwater (FL)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Health/Vision/Dental/401k with match/P

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Job summary

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation in Clearwater, FL, seeks a seasoned Manager to lead the Software Project Management team delivering warehouse automation software implementations. This role partners with engineering, controls, product management, operations, and sales to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and adherence to quality standards.

Candidates should have 12+ years in software project management, 5+ years of people leadership, and a bachelor's in a related field; experience

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
12+ years of software project management experience.
5+ years of people leadership or management experience.
Proven experience managing multiple Project Managers and enterprise customer implementations.
Experience leading software delivery within warehouse automation, material handling, logistics, or industrial automation environments.
Demonstrated success managing large-scale automation projects involving software, controls, robotics, PLCs, conveyors, and ASRS technologies.
Must be able to speak, read and understand the English language

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, coach, and develop a team of Software Project Managers.
Establish performance expectations, conduct performance reviews, and create employee development plans.
Recruit, onboard, and retain high-performing project management talent.
Provide technical and project management guidance throughout the software implementation lifecycle.
Assign project managers based on project complexity, customer requirements, and resource availability.
Foster collaboration across Software Engineering, Controls Engineering, Field Engineering, Product Management, Sales, and Operations.
Lead department meetings, establish team objectives, and promote continuous improvement.
Develop succession planning and career development opportunities within the Software Project Management organization.
Promote a culture focused on accountability, customer satisfaction, quality, and operational excellence.