IT Project Manager

Transportation Insight•Atlanta, GA

3d•Remote

About The Position

As the e-commerce trends continue to evolve, Transportation Insight has strategically positioned itself in the industry with top talent that boasts strategic involvement in the continued evolution of the small package/parcel and freight marketplace. In addition to our knowledge, we have built out the technology to help companies (shippers) unlock the power of their supply chain. Transportation Insight is recognized as a premier employer regionally and nationally because of our reputation, workplace culture and growth opportunities. At the core of our culture, team members are motivated to improve our clients, our communities and ourselves every day. JOB PURPOSE: The position is responsible for planning, organizing, and integrating cross-functional IT projects that are significant in scope and impact. This person will coordinate the work of other IT professionals and administrative staff to support application or system process development. Further responsibilities include development and maintenance of project scope documents, organizing human resources, maintaining and reporting out project timelines, and identifying/managing key benchmarks associated with project completion.

Requirements

Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Project
A history of leading and supporting successful IT projects
Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills
Fundamental analytical and conceptual thinking skills
The ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutions
Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, business, computer information systems or equivalent experience in the industry at the discretion of the hiring manager.
5+ years’ experience working in transportation/logistics
3+ years’ experience as an IT Project Manager

Nice To Haves

PMP / PRINCE II certification is a plus

Responsibilities

Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, ensuring technical feasibility
Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs
Perform risk management to minimize project risks
Monitor project progress by tracking activities, resolving problems, publishing progress reports, and recommending actions
Validate resource requirements and develop cost estimate models
Assume responsibility for project tasks and ensure they are completed in a timely fashion
Maintain and report project plan to stakeholders and executive team
Maintain organizational effectiveness and efficiency by defining, delivering, and supporting strategic plans for implementing information technologies
Partner with application directors and creators to ensure each project meets a specific need and resolves successfully
Suggest changes to senior management using analytics to support your recommendations.
Actively participate in the implementation of approved changes