Senior Operations Project Manager - 1st Shift

Logistics at full potential.

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.

1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

As the Senior Operations Project Manager you will play a key role in contributing to the operational efficiency and financial success of the company through effective planning, execution, resource management and delivery of projects on time and on budget.

If you're ready to grow your career, we have an opportunity for you at GXO.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

What you'll do on a typical day:


* Create and execute project plans, manage milestones and risks and ensure deployment resources are capable


* Develop training, tools, templates and dashboards to measure project status


* Handle assigned local and/or remote staff, including mentoring and training, resolving issues/problems and ensuring staff matches the requirements of the client's service levels


* Provide leadership for project execution; offer direction and guidance to the project team and communicate project requirements to stakeholders and operations leaders


* Serve as a development and educational resource for team members; provide opportunities for team members so they can continue to grow, develop and earn recognition


* Set defined expectations for performance and ensure team members achieve or exceed those expectations


* Create an enjoyable work environment that is conducive to effective creative thinking


* Act as the primary project management leader for new business pursuits from sales to startup


* Directly handle milestones, project workflows and resourcing for assigned projects/clients


* Define key skills, training and development paths for the team

What you need to succeed at GXO:

At a minimum, you'll need:


* Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work or military experience


* 2 years of experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously of varying scope and size


* 2 years of experience using project management software


* Microsoft Office experience

It'd be great if you also have:


* Advanced degree in Project Management, Supply Chain or related field


* PMP certification


* Lean Six Sigma certification


* Experience in a transportation, supply chain, logistics, distribution or manufacturing environment


* Solid understanding of professional services economics, and experience with change management processes


* Ability to conform to shifting prio...