Senior Project Manager, Facility & Distribution Engineering

AmerisourceBergen Corporation; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cencora is seeking a seasoned Project Manager/Project Engineer to lead large-scale projects within a distribution environment. You will collaborate with the Project Director, manage capital expenditures, and coordinate vendor relations from RFP to final invoicing.

This role requires cross-functional leadership and on-site oversight of complex installations. Required 7+ years in project management with experience in automation or construction, plus strong skills in MS Project, Excel, and AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master’s Degree and/or PMP certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of a project charter outlining project design and/or implementation requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of capital expenditure requests for projects.
• Manage vendor selection and vendor management from RFP through design, installation, and final invoicing.
• Manage overall onsite build or installation coordination with internal and external partners.
• Manage development and management of project budget plus elements like material handling equipment, warehouse, and business systems.
• Assigned scope may include design, contractor coordination, testing, training, and start up activities.
• May be assigned multiple areas of scope and overall responsibility for a project.
• Manages assigned team members in the execution of the assigned scope and reports on project budget.
• Develops, maintains, and reports on timelines for assigned scope; cross-functional coordination with internal teams and vendors.
• Willing to travel up to 50% of the time; must be located near an airport.

Skills

Microsoft Project

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

AutoCAD

Communication

Presentation skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or related field

Master’s Degree and/or PMP certification desired

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

AutoCAD

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere.

Job Details

• Works closely with Project Director to assist in the development of a project charter outlining project design and/or implementation requirements.
• Assists in the preparation of capital expenditure requests for projects.
• Manages assigned scope according to the project charter including vendor selection and vendor management from RFP through design, installation, and final invoicing.
• Manages overall onsite build or installation coordination with internal and external partners.
• Manages development and management of project budget Project elements may include material handling equipment, warehouse, and business systems, building construction or modification and other equipment and services typically found within a distribution environment.
• Assigned scope may include design, contractor coordination, testing, training, and start up activities.
• May be assigned multiple areas of scope.
• May be assigned overall responsibility for a project.
• Manages assigned team members in the execution of the assigned scope.
• Manages and reports on project budget for assigned scope.
• May issue or approve purchase orders according to company policy.
• Develops, maintains, and reports on timelines for assigned scope.
• Typically requires cross-functional coordination with other internal teams and vendors.
• Generates timely and concise communication regarding project status and pending issues.
• Supports in the development of supplier specifications and RFP’s, supports the contractual negotiations, and manages the execution of the plans outlined in the contracts.
• Manages engagement with external consultants and other outsourced resources and vendors that perform work associated with the assigned project scope.
• Coordinates activities with Project Director and other internal project teams to ensure alignment.
• Willing to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Must be located near an airport.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master’s Degree and/or PMP certification desired.

Experience

• Experience managing automation or construction projects exceeding $5MM per project.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience planning and tracking projects using project management software.
• Experience developing and tracking project costs.
• 7+ years of experience as a project manager, project engineer or related occupation.
• Prior experience in consulting, Six-Sigma, Lean Manufacturing or Kaizen is beneficial.
• Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and experience leading projects related to warehouse operations, warehouse design, warehouse and business systems, process improvement and standardization, engineered labor standards, and transportation.

Skills

General knowledge of warehouse operations, warehouse design, and warehouse and business systems General knowledge of automated material handling equipment Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Excel, Access databases, Word, PowerPoint and AutoCAD Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully. Strong presentation skills, ability to present and discuss strategies and technical information in a manner that establishes rapport, persuades others, and establishes understanding for technical and non-technical audiences Ability to lead and energize work teams Good analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills. Able to evaluate business problems and identify appropriate solutions and resolve issues effectively and efficiently. Strong organizational skills; attention to detail Must be able to drive results from both internal and external resources. Must be able to quickly adapt plans to changing business requirements.

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora

Full time Equal Employment Opportunity Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory. Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email [e-mail]. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned

Affiliated Companies

AmerisourceBergen Services Corporation