Program Manager

Brooksource; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Eight Eleven Group is seeking a Senior Program Manager - Supply Chain Capital Infrastructure to guide a major distribution center transformation project, including a 1+ million square foot facility and technology-enabled operations.

The role requires broad program leadership across Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Technology, Product Management, and Site Operations to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and operational readiness for a large-scale modernization initiative.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of a capital investment program supporting a large-scale supply chain modernization initiative.
• Align program execution with corporate strategic objectives focused on cost-to-serve, operational efficiency, and growth.
• Develop and maintain integrated program roadmaps, milestones, and execution plans across multiple workstreams.
• Ensure successful delivery through disciplined management of scope, schedule, budget, quality, and business outcomes.
• Direct the transformation of a 1+ million square foot distribution center from construction completion to full operational readiness.
• Coordinate facility readiness activities including infrastructure, engineering, MHE, technology deployment, and workforce enablement.
• Oversee implementation timelines for warehouse technology, automation, and operational systems.
• Drive launch readiness planning, cutover activities, risk mitigation, and stabilization efforts.

Job description

Senior Program Manager - Supply Chain Capital Infrastructure (EPMO)

Location: Remote (U.S.) with frequent travel to Joliet, IL (Chicago area) and Atlanta, GA

Our client is undertaking a major supply chain modernization initiative and is seeking a Senior Program Manager - Supply Chain Capital Infrastructure to lead the execution of a distribution center transformation program. This highly visible role will oversee the development and operational launch of a 1+ million square foot distribution facility, transforming a newly constructed shell into a fully operational, technology-enabled logistics hub.

Operating within the Enterprise Program Management Office (EPMO), this leader will drive strategic alignment, capital project execution, operational readiness, vendor management, and cross-functional coordination across Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Technology, Product Management, and Site Operations. The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing large-scale capital infrastructure programs, distribution center launches, and complex enterprise transformations.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Strategic Execution

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of a capital investment program supporting a large-scale supply chain modernization initiative.
• Align program execution with corporate strategic objectives focused on optimizing cost-to-serve, operational efficiency, and business growth.
• Develop and maintain integrated program roadmaps, milestones, and execution plans across multiple workstreams.
• Ensure successful delivery through disciplined management of scope, schedule, budget, quality, and overall business outcomes.

Distribution Center Buildout & Operational Readiness

• Direct the transformation of a 1+ million square foot distribution center from construction completion to full operational readiness.
• Coordinate facility readiness activities including infrastructure, engineering, material handling equipment (MHE), technology deployment, and workforce enablement.
• Oversee implementation timelines for warehouse technology, automation, and operational systems.
• Drive launch readiness planning, cutover activities, risk mitigation, and stabilization efforts.

Cross-Functional Program Management

• Serve as the central point of coordination across:
• Supply Chain Operations
• Facility Engineering
• Construction and General Contractors
• Material Handling Equipment Vendors
• Product Management
• Information Technology
• Finance
• Human Resources
• Field Leadership Teams
• Facilitate executive decision-making and remove barriers impacting delivery timelines.
• Establish governance structures and accountability models across internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Develop and manage complex interdependencies between facility construction, equipment installation, technology deployments, utility readiness, and operational startup activities.
• Proactively identify and mitigate program risks, including:
• Supply chain disruptions
• Vendor performance issues
• Budget variances
• Operational readiness gaps
• Lead issue escalation and resolution processes to protect critical milestones.
• Manage capital budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting for a multi-million-dollar program.
• Monitor CapEx performance and variance reporting while ensuring alignment with approved funding and business cases.
• Deliver executive-level updates to senior leadership, including Supply Chain executives, Finance leadership, and technology stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise PMO standards, governance requirements, and internal controls.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, Operations Management, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressively responsible program management experience within an Enterprise PMO or large-scale transformation environment.
• Proven experience leading capital infrastructure, supply chain, distribution center, warehouse, or logistics transformation initiatives.
• Demonstrated success managing programs with budgets exceeding $20M.
• Experience overseeing large-scale industrial facilities, distribution centers, fulfillment centers, or logistics operations.
• Strong expertise in program governance, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and executive reporting.
• Experience managing multiple vendors, contractors, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and executive presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent program management certification.
• Experience launching or expanding distribution centers exceeding 1 million square feet.
• Background in supply chain modernization, warehouse automation, logistics technology, or network optimization programs.
• Experience with Organizational Change Management (OCM) methodologies, including Prosci.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), transportation management systems (TMS), and supply chain technologies.

Eight Eleven Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.