Logistics Network Optimization Transformation Program Manager

Mission:

We are seeking a passionate, self motivated and experienced Supply Chain professional to lead strategic Logistics Transformation Projects to optimize North America Logistics.

The successful candidate will possess advanced project management capabilities with extensive experience deploying supply chain projects.

Strong communication and collaboration skills are required to effectively lead a cross-functional teams.

The role is based in the Schneider Electric Franklin TN Hub with travel to US and Mexico Logistics Centers.

Responsibilities:Work close with sponsors and stakeholders to prepare the project charter (scope, methodology, objectives, major deliverables, KPIs...) and establish project governance.


* Partner with Finance to establish business cases, set budgets, ROI and project KPIs.


* Complete project planning including schedules (WBS), resources, risks and change management plans (including business transformation, project communications and training).


* Prepare and conduct sessions with the project team to review and action tasks, risks and issues.


* Manage project scope and risks to maintain schedule and budget.


* Prepare and lead project gate reviews.


* Work with sponsors and managers to secure projects resources ensuring the right level of capabilities and capacity.


* Proactively manage and escalate risks and issues.


* Monitor project progress and communicate status to sponsors and stakeholders.


* Be active member in regional and global project management PMO communities.

Programs and projects may include...


* 3PL Distribution Center Setup


* Setting up new distribution flows in US and Mexico DCs


* Consolidation and rationalization of regional warehouses


* Distribution Capacity Optimization

Qualifications and Experience :


* 10+ years of related Supply Chain and Project Management experience.


* Project management experience and capabilities including planning, risk management, change management and stakeholder management.


* Solid financial capabilities to create Business Cases and ROI.


* Excellent organizational, time-management, prioritization and analytical skills.


* Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and convince.


* Deep understanding of Logistics with focus on distribution and transport.


* Problem solving and use of structured issues action and risk management tools.


* Effective working on cross-functional and cross-cultural teams in a time sensitive environment.


* Advanced user of Microsoft Office including MS Project, Excel and Powerpoint.


* Bachelors Degree (Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance or Information Technology preferred).


* Project Management Certification Preferred


* Willing to travel up to 25% to US and Mexico locations.


* Fluent in English

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