Project Leader

Penske • Allen Park, MI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Liaison between Operations, Engineering and Technology to provide feedback and support on solutions and systems implementations. Will be responsible for network routing and its alignment with customer metrics. In addition, you are expected to partake and manage in cost savings ideas, special projects and continuous improvement initiatives. The position has high visibility both internally and externally and will require interaction with senior levels of both organizations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Strong analytical and influencing skills, written/oral communication and organizational skills are required as this position will have frequent executive communication and presentation
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint required
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening

Nice To Haves

• advanced degrees or certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Works within a prescribed process using tools to analyze data, generate standard routing or load plans, and provide reports and metrics on a regular basis to ensure solution effectiveness.
• Supports the design and implementation of a developed supply chain solution as it relates to specific Penske business agreements.
• Participate in process improvement teams and cost saving initiatives.
• Applies tactical processes daily within the established business rules.
• Meet customer deadlines and provide required metrics.
• Interacts with the customer by phone, email or in person on an as needed basis.
• Be able to resolve situations quickly, communicate status of problem, and work with the appropriate subject matter expert until it is fixed with the guidance of a more senior level associate.
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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