Sr. Project Manager (50% Travel)

Arvato • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

The Project Lead will play a critical role in implementing new businesses and clients within logistics operations. The position calls for strategic thinking and experience in process design, project management, and stakeholder communication. The successful candidate will manage complex projects, particularly in logistics, and collaborate with internal teams and external clients to ensure seamless implementation.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of project management experience, specifically focused on new business implementations in the logistics industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and manage cross-functional teams.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience working with companies in the High Tech, Healthcare, or Consumer Products industries.

Responsibilities

• Manage cross-functional teams across Engineering, IT, Operations, HR, QA, Transportation, Security, Legal, and Finance through the full project management lifecycle, from kickoff and requirements gathering to timeline development and execution of work packages.
• Create and maintain project structures and documentation, including meeting minutes, notes, and agreement logs.
• Establish and assign clear roles and responsibilities aligned with project goals and team capabilities.
• Define project criteria and metrics, and implement project controls and reporting procedures to manage changes to the operational plan.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, ensure timelines are met, and communicate adjustments.
• Lead change management initiatives and keep stakeholders informed and engaged throughout implementation.
• Conduct risk analysis and cost control to manage project budgets and identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Manage stakeholder communication and establish and lead internal and external control boards.
• Communicate effectively with customers and other external stakeholders throughout implementation.
• Ensure alignment across workstreams to support smooth project execution.
• Create and implement standardized project management tools and templates.
• Exchange knowledge and best practices with local and international project managers.
• Perform additional assigned tasks to support an efficient, safe, clean, and goal-oriented work environment.

Benefits

• Travel benefits, including a $250 weekly bonus for assignments involving travel for 2 or more weeks.
• Monthly return flight home for assignments lasting 4 or more weeks.
• Project completion bonus.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability pay.
• 401(k) with company matching up to 6%.
• Paid time off, including paid holidays, plus 5 additional vacation days with an option for payout.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Voluntary benefits, such as legal and financial assistance and pet insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Ongoing employee development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee engagement activities.

What This Job Offers

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