Project Management Specialist

IM Global LLC; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off with Paid Holidays

Job summary

IM Global LLC is seeking a Project Management Specialist to optimize international logistics operations. You will analyze operational data, forecast capacity, and drive process improvements across warehousing, logistics partners, and customer service teams.

You will prepare and present performance metrics to management to support strategic planning and decision-making. The role requires hands-on use of project planning tools such as Microsoft Project and Gantt charts, with a focus on scheduling,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management or a closely related field.
• 24 months of experience as a Project Management Specialist or related position within the international logistics industry.
• Working knowledge of project management in international logistics execution, warehouse operations, and customs compliance requirements.
• Experience using project planning and scheduling tools (e.g., Gantt charts, Microsoft Project, or similar tools) to support operational project coordination.
• Familiarity with R.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational data and capacity forecasts to identify service bottlenecks and develop process improvement strategies to enhance efficiency and service performance.
• Coordinate with warehouse operations, logistics partners, and customer service teams to ensure alignment of operational objectives and adherence to service standards.
• Prepare and present operational reports, performance metrics, and updates to management to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Utilize project management tools, including Microsoft Project and Gantt charts, to plan, schedule, and monitor timelines, resource allocation, and workflow execution across cross-functional teams.
• Perform risk assessments and cost-benefit analyses to identify operational risks and recommend solutions to improve cost efficiency and budget control.
• Coordinate with internal departments and third-party logistics providers to support the execution of logistics-related initiatives, including order fulfillment, freight forwarding, transshipment, customs clearance, and returns management.
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of documentation and collaborate with carriers and service vendors to minimize delays and maintain compliance with applicable regulations.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Cross-functional coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Project Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Gantt charts

R

Job description

Job Title: Project Management Specialist

Job #: PMS0724

Responsibilities:

• Analyze operational data and capacity forecasts to identify service bottlenecks and develop process improvement strategies to enhance efficiency and service performance.
• Coordinate with warehouse operations, logistics partners, and customer service teams to ensure alignment of operational objectives and adherence to service standards.
• Prepare and present operational reports, performance metrics, and updates to management to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Utilize project management tools, including Microsoft Project and Gantt charts, to plan, schedule, and monitor timelines, resource allocation, and workflow execution across cross-functional teams.
• Perform risk assessments and cost-benefit analyses to identify operational risks and recommend solutions to improve cost efficiency and budget control.
• Coordinate with internal departments and third-party logistics providers to support the execution of logistics-related initiatives, including order fulfillment, freight forwarding, transshipment, customs clearance, and returns management.
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of documentation and collaborate with carriers and service vendors to minimize delays and maintain compliance with applicable regulations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management or a closely related field.
• 24 months of experience as a Project Management Specialist or related position within the international logistics industry.
• Working knowledge of project management in international logistics execution, warehouse operations, and customs compliance requirements.
• Experience using project planning and scheduling tools (e.g., Gantt charts, Microsoft Project, or similar tools) to support operational project coordination.
• Familiarity with R.

Rate of Pay: $54,330 per year

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Offwith Paid Holidays