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This is an onsite position at our Rancho Belago, CA site

Pay range is $100,000-$150,000

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Project Manager will provide engineering & integration project management with a portfolio of warehouse automation, expansion, and process improvement projects for our DCs across the globe.  The projects will range in size, scope, and complexity as well as type.  Project types include but are not limited to process improvement/development that may or may not involve software support, equipment procurement, building infrastructure (construction), and integrated material handling systems.  The project manager will work closely with global, cross-functional team members to deliver the projects on-time and within-budget while meeting the project objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Have a firm technical understanding of the projects and the systems they integrate with and provide overall project integration between internal resources and contractors.
• Develop project execution documents as needed for the project, including but not limited to project charters, RACI matrices, and risk management plans.

• Prepare and update project budgets, which will include a cash flow forecast, at least monthly to support reporting requirements.
• Prepare project schedules to serve as a means of tracking progress; baseline and adjust as required.
• Manage projects to the scope of work and vet and seek approval for project change orders in a timely manner.
• Regularly evaluate project resources to ensure they can deliver what is asked of them, on schedule and raise any resource sufficiency concerns with management.
• Coordinate project meetings and attend meetings organized by others.
• Organize and participate in systems/subsystems specifications review, defining and conducting testing, and issues resolution.
• Perform field verifications/site walks to check plans, solve issues, and generate punch lists.
• Keep the project team motivated to deliver the project on schedule and at or above end user and management expectations.
• Participate in process development and improvement initiatives and help identify any new projects that might be needed to support these initiatives.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teams, and Project—advanced knowledge of Excel is desired, including use of pivot tables and writing formulas.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Attention to detail.
• Able to prioritize workload.
• Able to work collaboratively within in a team environment and build consensus.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Able to work with minimal oversight and ability to ensure that all tasks are completed correctly, timely and in line with established guidelines and business needs.
• Able to travel up to 25% of the time, including traveling internationally.
• Ability to follow the directives of supervisor.
• Must be able to accept constructive criticism when necessary.
• Must have the willingness and desire to learn.
• Detail oriented
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must possess strong organizational skills.
• Must have a positive attitude as well as service oriented.
• Must always work safe and professional.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Follow all department OSHA Compliant and safety policies & procedures.
• Ability to contribute hands on

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in distribution center automation projects, with a proven track record of delivering projects on-time, within budget, and to required quality standards.
• Experience in leading teams and managing complex projects, including building construction and warehouse automation projects.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively manage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Advanced Excel skills with experience writing formulas to incorporate new functionality into budgeting spreadsheets.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, as needed.
• Knowledge of footwear or retail industries is a plus.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, and kneel. The employee is occasionally required to sit for long period of times.  

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.