Manager, Project - Pass Christian, MS

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Pass Christian (MS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics is looking for a Project Manager for their Pass Christian, MS location. The role involves designing and improving logistics systems, leading teams, and implementing operational improvements using Lean principles and engineering methods.

The ideal candidate will have a college degree, 3-5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in analytical tools, WMS, and MS Office applications. The position supports a dynamic work environment with opportunities for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in a related field.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in 3PL environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement logistics systems.
• Conduct process improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma.
• Analyze customer requests and present project updates.

Skills

WMS knowledge

MS Office proficiency

AutoCAD proficiency

Analytical skills

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Education

College Degree

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems

Microsoft Excel

AutoCAD

Job description

Manager, Project – Pass Christian, MS

Location: USA – The Chemours Co. FC, LLC MS, Pass Christian

Division: Solutions

Time Type: Full Time

The Project Manager is responsible for design, develop, validate, and implement methods and tools that improve the operational flexibility and execution of a logistics system using appropriate engineering concepts and lean principles. Modify and improve existing logistics systems. Lead teams in the development and implementation of methods for material ordering, communication, transportation, packaging, layout and distribution within a supply chain.

Responsibilities

Operations Design

• Analyze customer request for proposal information
• Prepares and presents regularly scheduled project updates to general manager, project team and clients
• Drives continuous improvement through the recommendation of new technology
• Ensures Project Management controls are in place
• Ensures that the prescribed DSV Project management methodology is adhered to
• Respond to and resolves project issues and mitigates risk appropriately
• Works both independently and in teams
• Align all work streams with an integrated project plan to ensure milestones and critical path tasks are delivered
• Utilize project management tools to provide a clear and accurate schedule
• Escalate issues/risks appropriately to leadership
• Holds vendors accountable to schedule and scope deliverables
• Participates in solutions (operations design) and proposal/pricing development
• Perform research, selection and implementation of optimum process improvement solutions designed to maximize efficiencies, quality and customer satisfaction
• Prepare and deliver new business quotes to insure the utilization of best practice operating procedures
• Utilize systematic and innovative problem solving techniques
• Perform slotting analysis to develop optimum storage solution based on product mix and velocity

Process Improvement

• Review and study existing equipment, facilities, systems and processes to improve efficiency, increase quality and reduce costs.
• Lead 5S implementation efforts to improve work place organization and improve overall productivity
• Develop tools in Access such as productivity database, training database to enhance quality and productivity
• Design and develop standards for metric walls, helping in standardizing reporting format across all sites
• Lead time study analysis of work areas to improve productivity and process efficiency
• Aid in developing optimum line side levels to support uninterrupted production while meeting JIT requirements
• Developing line side delivery schedules to support uninterrupted manufacturing
• Design and implement supermarkets for uninterrupted supply of pre-assembled returnable kits for manufacturing line side
• Participate in process improvement projects as designated by management, including becoming a Black Belt for Six Sigma initiatives
• Keep abreast of supply chain technology and most effective operations deployment methods
• Cooperate with sites to share similar problems and solutions
• Lead internal and external auditing efforts to ensure all sites are ISO 9000 compliant

Other Duties

• May be required to work hours outside of set schedule dictated by business needs
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Minimum Required Qualifications

Education and Experience

• College Degree preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years in related field.

Computer Skills

• Basic knowledge of WMS (Warehouse Management Systems)
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (to include Excel, Word, Access, Project, PowerPoint & Outlook)

Language Skills

• English (reading, writing, verbal)

Mathematical Skills

• Analytical and a solid mathematics foundation is a must.

Other

• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Excellent analytical skills, troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Experience in 3PL environment – operations, engineering
• Other duties as assigned by management to support special projects, implementations, process improvements, etc.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing methods such as JIT, Kan‑ban.
• Implementing problem solving techniques such as Six Sigma, knowledge and experience implementing 5S methodology

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.