Project Implementations Manager - 1st Shift - Travel

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Ohio; Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability

Job summary

GXO Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Project Implementations Manager to drive new business startups, improve operational efficiency, and ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.

The role is open to remote candidates across the United States with a 1st shift schedule of 8:00am–5:00pm. Join a team that supports career growth, offers a generous benefits package including full health insurance, a 401(k), life insurance and disability coverage, and a collaborative environment focused on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an analytical field or equivalent related work or military experience.
• ~1 year of experience in operations, preferably in manufacturing or logistics.
• Lean or Six Sigma experience.
• Project management experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Certification(s) such as PMP, Agile or Six Sigma.
• Experience with change management processes.
• Availability to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends.
• Ability to travel up to 85% of the time.
• Experience in staff management and development, including mentoring Project Managers.
• Ability to conform to shifting priorities and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Establish realistic goals and action plans for new business implementations.
• Guide and direct project team members to ensure compliance with set standards, procedures and guidelines.
• Ensure availability of financial, material and human resources required to complete a project successfully.
• Use specialized tools and techniques to delegate and ensure even distribution of tasks to project team members.
• Participate in educational programs to update job knowledge and expand personal network.
• Motivate team members to meet project goals by effectively carrying out their responsibilities.
• Manage every aspect of projects, including planning, communication, risk assessment and resources.
• Create a collaborative, enjoyable work environment that is conducive to effective creative thinking.

Skills

Project management

Lean Six Sigma

MS Office

Change management

Mentoring PMs

Education

Bachelor's or equivalent

Tools

PMP

Agile

Six Sigma

Job description

Logistics at full potential.

On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at workand the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

As the Project Implementations Manager you will play a key role in contributing to new business startups, operational efficiency and the financial success of the company through effective planning, execution, resource management and delivery of projects on time and on budget. This role is open to candidates who are based remotely anywhere in the United States. We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

• full health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
• 401(k)
• life insurance
• disability
• more

• Establish realistic goals and implement action plans for achieving set objectives for new business implementations.
• Guide and direct project team members to ensure compliance with set standards, procedures and guidelines.
• Ensure availability of financial, material and human resources required to complete a project successfully.
• Use specialized tools and techniques to delegate and ensure even distribution of tasks to project team members.
• Participate in educational programs to update job knowledge and expand personal network.
• Motivate team members to meet project goals by effectively carrying out their responsibilities.
• Manage every aspect of projects, including planning, communication, risk assessment and resources.
• Create a collaborative, enjoyable work environment that is conducive to effective creative thinking.

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 85% of the
• Must possess a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or passport to comply with federal travel regulations.
• Ability to travel domestically via road, rail and air as required for the role and pursuant to Company travel and expense requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in an analytical field or equivalent related work or military experience
• ~1 year of experience in operations, preferably in manufacturing or logistics
• ~ Lean or Six Sigma experience
• ~ Project management experience
• ~ Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Certification(s) such as PMP, Agile or Six Sigma
• Experience with change management processes
• Availability to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends
• Ability to travel up to 85% of the time
• Experience in staff management and development, including solid track record of mentoring Project Managers
• Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer including Disabled/Veterans.

GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.