Project Manager - Distribution & Automation Engineering

• Works closely with project director or operations director to assist in the development of a project charter and manages components of the project design and implementation plans
• Manages and reports on project budgets and time lines
• Supports in the development of supplier specifications, supports the contractual negotiations and manages the execution of the plans outlined in the contracts
• Manages engagement with external consultants and other outsourced resources
• Coordinates activities with project director or operations director and other internal project teams
• Assists in the preparation of capital expenditure requests for projects
• Responsible for project completion according to assignments including but not limited to construction/installation, inspection, testing, training, and start up
• Willing to travel up to 75% of the time

• Training and experience in fields such as business administration, engineering, accountancy, sales, marketing, logistics, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four year bachelor's degree program or equivalent combination of experience and education
• Minimum of five (5) years directly related and progressively responsible experience
• 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
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to communicate (and work) effectively with people from different technical and business backgrounds
• Ability to lead dynamically and energize work teams
• Good analytical, conceptual and problem solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong organizational skills
• attention to detail
• Ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Excel, Access databases, Word and AutoCad

Prior experience in either consulting, Six-Sigma, Lean Manufacturing or Kaizen is beneficial