Implementation Manager

Penske • Reading, PA

81d

About The Position

The Implementation Manager manages and coordinates the execution of implementation team projects for Penske Logistics. The role formalizes and actively manages project plans, clarifies timelines, milestones, goals, and ownership, and leads process improvement and centralization, technology implementation, and training activities. The work involves cross-functional collaboration with TSS, Logistics Technology, Operations, Safety, Finance, and Human Resources. The manager leads regular meetings to assess plan effectiveness, cost implications, and compliance.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with 30–40% travel. The role also involves maintaining project templates and tracking mechanisms, coordinating training, managing budgets, and handling other assigned projects and tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field is preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in a logistics, operations, or supply chain environment is required.
• In-depth knowledge of Penske Logistics’ business practices and functional expertise within the Product Line.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Intermediate knowledge of project management programs such as Smartsheet or Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge of process improvement, change management, and supply chain functions.
• Intermediate financial literacy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Independent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to translate goals to a project team.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential job function.
• Willingness to travel as necessary and work the required schedule and at the required location.
• Must complete a Penske employment application and submit to a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.
• Must be able to read, communicate verbally and/or in writing, remember and analyze information, and understand instructions or guidelines.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lb (12 kg).
• Required vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3 years of experience working in a project management role is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall projects and coordinate implementation team project execution.
• Lead process improvement and centralization efforts.
• Coordinate training activities.
• Manage project meetings and lead cross-functional team meetings.
• Ensure adherence to budgets.
• Develop and update project tracking mechanisms.
• Maintain project templates.
• Lead regular meetings to assess project plans, cost implications, and compliance.
• Perform other projects and tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager