FRAUD ALERT: Please note that DSV will never request a chat interview or solicit funds from applicants or employees through its interviewing and hiring process. We do not require any form of payment and will not ask for personal financial information, such as credit card or bank account number. Our recruiters have an @dsv.com or @us.dsv.com email address. If you question the legitimacy of any DSV job posting, please reach out to <a style="color:#0563c1;text-decoration:underline" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>. DSV - Global transport and logistics In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Read more at www.dsv.com Location: USA - VIRTUAL - US Texas Division: Solutions Job Posting Title: Senior Project Manager, Implementations - 111933 Time Type: Full Time<div class="WordSection1"> <div style="border:none;border-bottom:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0in"> POSITION SUMMARY </div> The Senior Project Manager for DSV Contract Logistics will be responsible to plan, budget, oversee, and document all aspects of projects related to new business implementation and other existing business initiatives within the Solutions organization, focused on warehousing and distribution centers. This Project Manager will work closely with the client and DSV leadership to ensure that each project is on schedule, within scope, and on budget. Critical to success of the Project Manager is detailed planning, proactive communication, and persistent monitoring of the execution of deliverables under the responsibility of all project resources to include internal functional area owners, the client, and external contractors. This role can be based at a DSV location; Aurora, IL; Port Reading, NJ; Lancaster, TX; or Virtual USA ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Clear understanding of all phases of the project implementation schedule, to include the core deliverables for each functional area and the timing of the same.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Operate the project within the parameters of the DSV CL Project Approach methodology and Group PMO governance.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Facilitate DSV Quality Planning sessions with the client as the cornerstone for project scoping and execution.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Create a detailed task list (Project Schedule) with milestones and critical path tasks to ensure no deliverables or dependencies are overlooked, to include both internal tasks and those of the client and contractors.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Communicate the Project Scope and Schedule to all project resources and stakeholders, ensuring alignment and agreement.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Hold team members, contractors, et al. accountable to completion of deliverables pursuant to the task list and dates.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Manage project budget, scope, and timeline through proactive and effective communication including change control with appropriate approval.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Lead regular status meetings with the project team to capture updates, next steps, and risks/mitigation. Facilitate small group breakouts for topics requiring more detailed discussion.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Escalate issues/risks appropriately to Manager and/or Project Board</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Lead Project Board updates covering executive level status, budget, and risks.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Plan and effectively manage transition from project execution to stable operations.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Assist with drafting MS Project files tailored for RFP responses.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Manage and/or work to accomplish internal initiatives aimed at department process and toolset improvement.</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Planning Leadership <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Build comprehensive project planning with clear tasks, due dates and named owners. No planning gaps.</li> </ul> </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Risk Mitigation Leadership <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Constantly working to anticipate risks and proactively build mitigation plans with all relevant functions. Follow through on results.</li> </ul> </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Team Leadership <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Deliverables - ensure that each owner has a clear understanding of what they must deliver. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Drive - drive team ownership / high energy ‘whatever it takes’ culture. The Team owns the outcome – not just their specific task.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Project Ownership <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Verify work in progress is being done correctly and confirming that it is done at a high-quality level. Not administratively asking if it’s done and checking a task list.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Pro-active regular follow up on all open items. Checking progress throughout.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Whatever it takes attitude. Willing to step in and do the work when it is needed to meet a deadline.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Push the business – escalate & pull in support before it is a crisis.</li> </ul> </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Project Oversight <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Excellent Communication – knowing how to communicate to the customer (clear, concise, factual, need to know information, no use of “gray” words (i.e. “I think…”, “Not sure…”, “Seems to be”). </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Knowing when to pull the team together at frequent intervals during critical times of the project. Not remaining passive with 1x/week touchpoints regardless of project status or phase of project.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Knowing what success means and driving functional workstreams to meet it (i.e., HR staff targets and status accountability to meet volume needs versus accepting whatever HR states as progress)</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to keep the team aligned and focused on the proper sequence of priorities and needed timing for completion. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Clearly defined, understood and consistent use of red, yellow, green status. </li> </ul> </li> </ul> SKILLS & ABILITIES <div style="border-top:windowtext 1.0pt;border-left:windowtext 1.0pt;border-style:none;padding:7.0pt 0.0in 0.0in 15.0pt"> Education & Experience: </div> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Four-year degree is basic requirement (Management, Engineering, Operations Preferred)</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Minimum of 5 years of Project Management experience</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Minimum of 10 years’ Logistics/Warehousing Industry experience</li> </ul> <div style="border-top:windowtext 1.0pt;border-left:windowtext 1.0pt;border-style:none;padding:2.0pt 0.0in 0.0in 15.0pt"> Computer Skills: </div> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project & Visio</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">AutoCAD is a plus</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Warehouse Management System(s)</li> </ul> <div style="border-left:windowtext 1.0pt;border-bottom:windowtext 1.0pt;border-style:none;padding:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 15.0pt"> Certificates & Licenses: NA </div> Language Skills <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">English (reading, writing, verbal), Spanish a plus</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Interpersonal communication and language skills (e.g., listening to others, speaking to others, reading, writing).</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Communication with all levels of business from floor staff to executives, to include facilitation of meetings and/or workshops.</li> </ul> Mathematical Skills <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Good mathematical skills </li> </ul> Other Skills <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">E-commerce experience including starting up small to large volume solutions</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Must be able to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during the warmer and colder months can range from mild to moderate.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.4pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.4pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Other duties as assigned by management to support special projects, implementations, process improvements, etc.</li> </ul> Preferred Qualifications: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">PMP or other formal project management training</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience in 3PL environment (Engineering and/or Management)</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience in warehouse automation applications (Pick to Light, Automated Sortation, Voice Pick, conveyor design, etc.)</li> </ul> </div> <div class="WordSection2"> </div> <div style="border-left:windowtext 1.0pt;border-bottom:windowtext 1.0pt;border-style:none;padding:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 15.0pt"> PHYSICAL DEMANDS </div> Occasionally <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Hand & Finger manipulation, Sitting, Handling product and/or packaging materials</li> </ul> Constantly <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Walking and Standing </li> </ul> Ability to Lift/Carry and Push/Pull <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">21-50 pounds <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Reach above shoulder, reach outward, squat, or kneel. </li> </ul> </li> </ul> Other Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Working conditions are normal for a warehouse environment. Exposure to changing warehouse temperatures is possible.</li> </ul> The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.For this position, the expected base pay is: $140,000.00 - $,160,000.00 / Annual. Actual base compensation will be determined based on various factors including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, geographic location and other objective business considerations. Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the <a title="" href="https://flimp.live/DSV-Benefits" target="_self">DSV Benefits Showcase</a>. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws. DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time. DSV – Global transport and logistics Working at DSV means playing in a different league. As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements. With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be. Start here. 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