Project Manager - Remote (Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago, ...

Job PurposeThis position is responsible to plan, manage and execute implementation projects. This role monitors and provides direction to project resources (internal and external) to ensure successful implementations of operations that meets APL Logistics and customer expectations. This role also serves as project resource to his/her projects or to other projects based on his/ her expertise and skill set.The Project Manager applies the best form of project management (Standard or Agile) to meet expectations will require the position to balance project resources with the right skills and experiences to execute against plans. This role is expected to manage a few projects (portfolio of projects) simultaneously.There is an expectation that a body of knowledge currently exists or will be obtained through training and practice in the person taking on the role. The base knowledge consists of project cost management, schedule management, risk management, communications, scope management, resource management. All areas that require planning and control in the execution of a supply chain strategy.A portfolio tool must be kept updated and accurate to reflect the projects under this positions leadership and guidance. This position may have direct reports, and it is responsible for the performance and professional development and career guidance of those reports. This position is also responsible to manage assigned project resources from other functional areas and vendors at local and regional level during the duration of a given project. This role reports to the Americas Region Portfolio Manager. Roles & ResponsibilitiesThis position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:Delivery of New Operations Revenue StreamsLead multiple projects in a matrixed environment by partnering with subject matter experts in operations, technology, human resources, finance, legal, and other functional teams internal to APL Logistics and external with customers and additional service providers. Relationship management with operations and commercial teams to provide value in the pursuit of new opportunities or the expansion of services for existing customers.Developing commercial content; cost estimate, timelines, project structures, etc. for responses to customer proposals.The development or oversight of project timelines that demonstrate a realistic path from project initiation through go-live of services, and transition to ongoing operations.Estimation or oversight of estimations for project cost of project implementation, and can include investments in time, facility infrastructure, technology, one-time expenses, or capital.Management or oversight of cost from acceptance through project implementation with the ability to estimate variance at completion.Defining, documenting, and evaluating risks associated with a project and the creation of a risk management plan to either avoid, mitigate, or transfer risk.Project status reporting that delivers an accurate assessment of a projects health and is easily interpreted by executive tegration of project documents with external customers and service providers, so plans represent the project in total, not just the APL Logistics munications at the project team member level and the senior leadership level may require multiple communication methods.Maintain a portfolio management tool that accurately reflects the projects being worked, the overall status of each, a high-level timeline, and who is leading.Delivery of Integrated Operational SolutionsThis position is responsible for leading the implementation efforts for the integrated solutions for domestic logistics services.This role is responsible for leading project team activities and efforts in validating and monitoring quality of project deliverables and/or service being delivered as result of project implementationThis position directly coordinates with APLL commercial and operational teams and customer client teams on the analysis of customer business and operational requirements for all CLS/LTS projects for the Americas regionThis position manages the coordination with APLL local, regional, and corporate finance teams on the financial models that supports and justifies the operational modelsThis individual plays a lead role in the design and project management of business integration solutions: facility, operations, processes, and technology and systems application solutions.This position will lead and manage cross functional teams from APLL domestic operations (CLS/ LTS), APLL and client technology teams, client operations teams, and as well as vendor teamsCapabilities and CompetenciesThis position completes reviews and assessments of new and existing warehouse order fulfillment facilities. Pre- and post-construction evaluations. Assessments will include requirements development, facility set up design, budget estimating, and project activities planning and execution.This position liaises with material handling and security vendors, contractors, landlord, general contractors, and service providersThis position develops project budgets by developing rough order of magnitude (ROM) cost estimates and/or definitive (detailed design) cost estimates.This position reviews and estimates design costs including equipment, installation, labor, materials, preparation, and other related costs. Inspects or directs the inspection of facility set up and installation progress to ensure conformance to established drawings, specifications, and schedules.This position plans and coordinates training programs to all facility personnel in preparation for WMS, TMS and any related interfaces or ancillary systems implementations.This role provides on-site support for go-lives. Escalate issues to facility and management as necessary.This position liaises with and escalate to system configuration specialists, quality specialists, developers or other application or infrastructure support as necessary.This role plays an active role leading the development and documentation of WMS and any related interfaces or ancillary systems processes and procedures. This includes general Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as well as site or customer specific processes and procedures.This role plays an active role planning, coordinating, and monitoring the execution of user acceptance tests.This position will lead the design and development of change management programs APLL deploys as it prepares labor force, supervisors, and managers to take on new operations, system deployment, system upgrades, new technology deployment or process improvements plans.Corporate Social ResponsibilityGive back to the community in which APL Logistics serves. This can be in mentoring APLL employees or community members, or other means of providing community value.Be a good corporate citizen presenting yourself and APLL at the highest standards in our communities.Key Result Areas Update and accurate project portfolio representing all projects under responsibility.Project deliverables completed on time: CLS, LTS. Target 100%Project completion under budget: CLS, LTS. Target 100%Quality of Product / Service being delivered through a project implementation: CLS, LTS. Target: 100Þvelop, retain, and promote talent.Work with APLL existing project management tools and templates, maintain and enhanceDevelop new and cost-effective solutions through innovation and collaboration with other areasAdhere to APLL POMs and guidelines for the onboarding of new customer and meet the financial indicators approved by corporate and regional head and local owner LOB.Collaborate with other functional areas in the development of flexible, suitable, innovative, and cost-effective engineered solutionsDocumented and agreed to project scope and controlled to prevent scope creep without financial protections.Delivery of customer supply chain strategies within agreed timelines, but accounting for changes agreed to through documented change management processes.Risk management plans that reduce financial exposure through risk responses that are agreed to by APLL and customers.Cost control systems capturing planned cost and comparing against actual that predict outcome at the end of a project.QualificationBachelors degree in Industrial Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain preferred or equivalent degreeLanguages: English (verbal and writing). Spanish is a plusAt least 7 years of combined experience in domestic supply chain: Warehousing and transportationAt least 3 years of experience in logistics solutions design and deploymentAt least 5 years of experience managing multiple projects directly or through direct reportsAt least 5 years of Start-up experience on Warehousing and Order Fulfilment: facility set up, training, user acceptance testing and Go Live supportAt least 5 years of Facilities Planning: Design, estimate, vendor management and facility set upFunctional knowledge of WMS and TMS applications. Project Management credentials: preferable PMPfrom the Project Management InstituteDetail-oriented, highly organized, with the ability to handle communications, reporting, status reports, issues logs, for multiple projects/ customers simultaneouslyDemonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment handling multiple projects simultaneously.Strong communication skills to support weekly status call, steering committee meetings, customer presentations, etc.Strong public speaking skills to prepare and deliver oral presentations internally and with customer teamsRequirementsAbility to work remotely, autonomouslyAbility to work independently and as part of a teamAbility to travel within country and outside of the country to support meetings and/ or projects when requiredAbility to train othersThe candidate must function in a fast-paced project environment, and lead and collaborate in the development of integrated solutions for existing operations as well as for new customersExcellent analytical, problem solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.Experience in the implementation of supply chain strategies through standard project management or Agile methodologies.Experience in the global logistics industry preferably in warehousing services, freight forwarding services, domestic transportation services.The ability to travel for customer engagements and project related work.Continued education for obtaining and maintaining professional credentials in project management.Demonstrated written and verbal communications skills at all levels of an organization.*Candidates must be within 250 miles of an APL Logistics facility or office. *Benefits: PTO 401(K) SAVE Plan Annual Fixed Contribution 9 paid holidays Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life & Disability coverage Voluntary Benefits Accident/Critical Illness/Hospital Indemnity Benefits Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer funding and wellness incentives Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Referral ProgramJob: *Information Technology Organization: *Operations Title: Project Manager - Remote (Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago, Southern CA) Location: GA-Forest Park GA Requisition ID: 220000MN Other Locations: US-IL-Chicago, US-CA-San Diego, US-TX-DallasThe company is committed to and supports equal employment opportunity and affirmative action to all employees and applicants for employment. Equal employment opportunity means equal treatment of employees and applicants without regard to the following legally-protected characteristics: race, color, religion, creed, sex (gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and over), medical condition, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), veteran status, physical or mental disability status or any other legally-protected status.

Created: 2025-10-04