Project Manager - Chicago, United States - CJ Logistics

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    Project Manager - Warehouse Operations
    Project Management

    Des Plaines, Illinois

    Description
    Project Manager - Warehouse Operations
    Are you

    passionate

    about

    Project Management

    Are you looking for an opportunity to make an

    impact

    We need people like

    you

    to help us hire the

    best

    in the business and we're excited to have you join us in this significant role to ensure we continue to build a

    diverse and engaged

    workforce

    Come be part of something special at CJ Logistics America

    Position Overview:
    The Project Manager, Business Process Integration will serve as the project lead for company-wide business integration projects.

    Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

    • Initiate, lead, and close out projects.
    • Engage with Customer and Operations teams to develop a project scope and identify business requirements.
    • Translate the business requirements into functional tasks for the project team.
    • Inform the different functions of the project team on their requirements and be able to explain the requirements with confidence.
    • Collaborate with the project team to develop, manage, and execute a plan that achieves the objectives of the project.
    • Lead project meetings and administer notes, plans, and action items.
    • Create and provide status reports to key stakeholders on a consistent basis.
    • Support Operations Teams during critical project phases.
    • Actively support the project team in resolution of issues.
    • Lead the project team with confidence and integrity.
    • Additional job duties as assigned

    Requirements and Qualifications :

    • Bachelors degree in logistics, supply chain management, operations, project management, or other relevant degrees
    • Minimum of 5 years of previous experience in Logistics, Warehousing, Transportation,
    • Project Management, or implementation of Warehouse Management Systems (WMSs).
    • Demonstrated Project management skills and proven leadership ability required.
    • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills are required.
    • Must be self-directed, capable of identifying, prioritizing, and executing work tasks.
    • Proven experience resolving risks and issues within a project.
    Travel up to 50%, with higher frequency during project go-live and other key support phases.

    Pay, Benefits and More:

    • Competitive compensation package
    • Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), Life insurance, tuition assistance, PTO and MORE
    • Growing company with a performance record that continues to climb
    • Opportunity to drive significant changes in Talent Acquisition with an ability to make an impact across the organization
    • Open-door work environment
    • High Performance culture with a focus on a growth mindset where continuous improvement is embraced
    • Opportunities for advancement

    CJ Logistics America About Statement:


    CJ Logistics America delivers integrated and multimodal logistics services, connecting every corner of the world via air, sea and land.

    As a lead logistics partner (LLP), third-party logistics provider (3PL) and supply chain consultant, we help customers leverage supply chain management as a competitive advantage, reducing total system costs, transforming business processes, improving service and facilitating growth and change.

    With a focus on social responsibility and sustainability through growth with customers and communities, we prioritize the wellbeing of the end consumer, our customers and our employees.

    CJ Logistics America is responsible for the North America region, specializing in solutions for regulated industries such as food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive.

    CJ Logistics America is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

    We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

    Additionally, CJ Logistics America participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

    Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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