Project Manager

Job Summary

The Project Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing and coordinating various projects within the warehouse, including data-driven improvements to the operation, IT hardware and software rollouts, SOP creation, and capital-expense projects. They are responsible for ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills to effectively manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously.

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Develop comprehensive project plans covering scope, objectives, timelines, resources, and deliverables
• Successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously - meeting deadlines as required
• Coordinate project activities, tasks, and milestones to ensure timely completion
• Monitor project progress and address deviations from the plan, collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Implement project management best practices for efficiency and effectiveness
• Estimate project costs and develop budgets; monitor expenses against budget allocations and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Provide regular financial reports and updates to stakeholders
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies; proactively monitor and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle
• Communicate risk assessments and mitigation plans to leadership and stakeholders
• Act as the primary point of contact for project status and updates
• Facilitate regular meetings to keep leaders and stakeholders informed and engaged
• Address stakeholder concerns and foster positive relationships
• Establish quality standards and performance metrics
• Conduct regular reviews to ensure compliance and implement improvement
• Solicit feedback from stakeholders to enhance project outcomes
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 12 hours/day.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
• Requires the ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 75lbs.

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. Occasional activities may involve exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes and gases. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The passage of employees through the work area is average and normal.

Qualifications

Experience

• Proficiency with MS Office required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical and complex concepts in a simple and concise way to ensure ease of understanding.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy and emotional intelligence.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Customer service-oriented attitude with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations.
• Ability to work off-shift as required to respond to urgent needs.

Education

• This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else.

Desired Traits & Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a project management role, operations management, or related role.
• PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.
• Experience working in a distribution or manufacturing environment preferred.