[Remote] Lead Project Manager, Operations - 1st Shift Job Details | GXO Logistics
Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GXO Logistics, Inc. is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions. As the Lead Project Manager, Operations, you will support internal and external projects, manage project programs, and drive process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. 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 leaders to identify and scope areas of opportunity to create and implement process improvements Develop customer presentations that illustrate solution components and value propositions Provide value propositions by identifying opportunities through rigorous data collection and analysis Contribute to the creation of standard operating procedures Energize customer onboarding and implementation for new business and navigate internal operations Document requirements for new projects, including current state, future state and gap analysis Provide analytical, troubleshooting, training or escalation support for new startup initiatives or projects Monitor completed projects to analyze the health of the account, review KPIs, review operational assumptions vs. planned, etc Participate in meetings with Operations Support team to ensure coordination across multiple technical and operational initiatives Provide project management expertise and coach junior project managers Skills Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work or military experience 4 years of experience in project management creating and deploying processes and procedures within the Supply Chain or Logistics industry Experience leading cross functional teams Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) Master's degree 6 years of related experience Project Management Institute (PMI) PMP Certification preferred or obtainable within 1 year of start date Availability to travel up to 20% of the time Smartsheet experience or working knowledge Engineering experience Solid understanding of professional services economics, and experience with change management processes Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities Benefits Competitive compensation Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision) 401(k) Life insurance Disability Company Overview Game-changing opportunities for our customers, employees and investors. Advanced automation that achieves logistics at full potential. It was founded in 2021, and is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https//www.gxo.com/.