Project Manager, WMS Implementations

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Strategically plan, budget, oversee, and document projects associated with new business integration and ongoing business initiatives in contract logistics.

• Manage implementations that emphasize warehousing and distribution centers.

• Collaborate with clients and DSV leadership to ensure projects remain on schedule, within scope, and adhere to budget constraints.

• Align inputs from clients and the business to establish clear project scope.

• Develop comprehensive project schedules encompassing milestones, critical-path tasks, dependencies, and tasks for internal, client, and contractor involvement.

• Effectively communicate project scope and timelines to project resources and stakeholders.

• Hold team members and contractors accountable for their deliverables.

• Oversee project budget, scope, timeline, and change control processes.

• Lead status meetings to capture updates, next steps, and risks/mitigation strategies, and facilitate detailed discussions within small groups.

• Escalate issues and risks to the Manager and Project Sponsor as necessary.

• Provide updates to the Steering Committee regarding executive-level status, budget, and risks.

• Plan and manage the transition from project execution to stable operations.

• Facilitate AQP sessions effectively.

• Assist in drafting MS Project files for RFP responses.

• Construct detailed project plans with clear tasks, due dates, and assigned owners.

• Anticipate risks and develop, as well as implement, mitigation plans.

• Ensure project owners are aware of and fulfill their responsibilities.

• Verify the quality and progress of work, proactively follow up on outstanding items, and drive timely completion.

• Maintain alignment among teams regarding priorities, sequencing, timing, and status (red/yellow/green).

• Manage resources allocated to project teams and support special projects, implementations, and process improvements.

⛳️ Requirements

• A four-year degree is required; a background in Management, Engineering, or Operations is preferred.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in Project Management is necessary.

• At least 5 years of experience in the Logistics/Warehousing industry is required.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio is essential.

• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems is necessary.

• Proficient English reading, writing, and verbal communication skills are required.

• Strong interpersonal communication and language skills are essential.

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the business, from floor staff to executives.

• Good mathematical skills are required.

• Experience in e-commerce, including launching solutions from small to large volumes, is preferred.

• Must be able to work in unregulated warehouse temperatures during both warmer and colder months.

• Willingness to work mandatory or voluntary overtime as dictated by business needs is essential.

• Ability to travel via plane and automobile is required.

• Must meet physical requirements involving hands, arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, hearing, and using a computer/telephone.

• Preferred: Experience in a 3PL environment.

• Preferred: Familiarity with warehouse automation applications, including Pick to Light, Automated Sortation, Voice Pick, and conveyor design.

• Preferred: PMP or other formal project management training.

• Knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus.

• Spanish language skills are a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Base pay range of $105,000.00–$130,000.00 annually.

• Benefits offerings, including eligibility and coverage options, may vary based on location and division.

• Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

• Equal employment opportunity protections are upheld.