Project Operations Manager - 1st Shift - Travel
About The Position
At GXO, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of. As the Project Operations Manager you will lead key strategic projects across the business, working cross-functionally to implement solutions, troubleshoot problems and monitor the effectiveness of strategic initiatives. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of. This role is open to candidates based remotely anywhere in the US. Preferred Candidate located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in an analytical field or equivalent related work or military experience
- 1 year of experience in operations, preferably in manufacturing or logistics
- Lean or Six Sigma experience
- Project management experience
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
- Ability to travel up to 75% of the time
- Must possess a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or passport to comply with federal travel regulations.
- Familiarity and ability to comply with TSA security procedures.
- Ability to travel domestically via road, rail and air as required for the role and pursuant to Company travel and expense requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree
- Lean or Six Sigma Certification and/or PMP
- Experience in a customer-facing role
- Microsoft Project experience
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- The self-motivation to work well with minimal supervision or in a team environment
Responsibilities
- Create and manage cohesive project programs and plans with identifiable critical paths, task dependencies, risk/issue mitigation processes and major milestones
- Work with business process owners to identify and scope areas of opportunity
- Creatively scope, manage and implement projects to meet business needs
- Provide leadership for project execution for both internal departments and external clients; offer direction and guidance to the project team and communicate project requirements to internal and external stakeholders
- Build solid relationships and collaborations with senior leadership to support company goals
- Develop customer presentations that illustrate solution components and value propositions
- Support other project managers and project team members as needed
Benefits
- full health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
- 401(k)
- life insurance
- disability
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
