Logistics Project Manager

JLL•Milpitas, CA

6d•$70,000 - $78,000•Onsite

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Logistics Project Manager - JLL What this job involves: The selected candidate will be expected to manage multiple projects at one time in various phases of development and to meet or exceed established goals including on time execution of projects, data accuracy & client communications. The candidate’s primary focus will be on the specific needs of the project, client, vendors, and other stakeholders but will also be required to support Team and Client initiatives for process improvement and personal career development. The selected candidate will work as part of the Logistics Team, assisting with the development of the scope and schedule for work and managing special programs/projects. You will track project milestones and schedule reported status regularly. What your day-to-day will look like: Support the client on complex projects and assignments. Proactively manage project-related issues on account or assignment. Develop scope and schedule for assigned projects. Document all daily/weekly/monthly milestones. Coordinate activities of teammates and support vendors to meet project goals. Prepare/update project status reports, process purchase orders and invoices, update tracking reports and maintain files for due diligence and financials. Demonstrate a proactive focus on meeting client and project requirements in a timely and cost-effective manner. Professional planning and hands on management/oversight for multiple projects. Manage multiple projects at various phases and in various locations, from project identification through planning, client approval, project execution and project completion. Demonstrate full accountability for end-to-end management of projects. Provide weekly project activity updates to Operations Manager for Project Schedule and Risk and provide activity updated for same into Client’s Project primary contact. Apply top tier project management skills during client interactions to decipher client needs and develop project goals and scope of work. Manage vendors (e.g., shipping partners, tradeshow partners, logistics/storage partners ) to ensure full compliance for both company and client policies and procedures.

Requirements

2-3 years' experience related to logistics coordination, warehouse operations or inventory control
2-3 years' experience with basic project management and practical experience in warehouse inventory control/logistics operations
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Applications
Understanding of inventory control processes
Familiarity with general warehouse operations
Flexibility with work hours and travel as needed
Highly organized with strong analytical skills
Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive-level external and internal clients
Organizational skills with the ability to identify and manage priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to multi-task and work both in a team and independently

Nice To Haves

Project Management experience in logistic, trade show operations, inventory management and warehouse operations

Responsibilities

Support the client on complex projects and assignments.
Proactively manage project-related issues on account or assignment.
Develop scope and schedule for assigned projects.
Document all daily/weekly/monthly milestones.
Coordinate activities of teammates and support vendors to meet project goals.
Prepare/update project status reports, process purchase orders and invoices, update tracking reports and maintain files for due diligence and financials.
Demonstrate a proactive focus on meeting client and project requirements in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Professional planning and hands on management/oversight for multiple projects.
Manage multiple projects at various phases and in various locations, from project identification through planning, client approval, project execution and project completion.
Demonstrate full accountability for end-to-end management of projects.
Provide weekly project activity updates to Operations Manager for Project Schedule and Risk and provide activity updated for same into Client’s Project primary contact.
Apply top tier project management skills during client interactions to decipher client needs and develop project goals and scope of work.
Manage vendors (e.g., shipping partners, tradeshow partners, logistics/storage partners ) to ensure full compliance for both company and client policies and procedures.