Project Manager, Operations

About the role

As the Project Manager, Operations at RXO, you will lead key strategic projects across the business, working cross-functionally to implement solutions, troubleshoot problems, and monitor the effectiveness of strategic initiatives.

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 process owners to identify and scope areas of opportunity
• Scopely, manage, and implement projects to meet business needs
• Lead project execution for both internal departments and external clients; offer direction and guidance to the project team and communicate project requirements to internal and external stakeholders
• Build strong relationships and collaborations with senior leadership to support company goals
• Develop customer presentations that illustrate solution components and value propositions
• Support other project managers and project team members as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an analytical field or equivalent related work or military experience
• Minimum of 5 years experience in logistics, transportation, and/or warehousing
• 1 year of experience in operations, preferably in manufacturing or logistics
• Experience with Carrier Procurement, Load Planning & Execution, Freight Audit and Payment, or Transportation Analysis
• Project and/or Program management experience and the willingness to obtain or maintain the Project Management Professional certification (PMP)
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Experience working with or implementing Transportation Management software
• Leverage Lean or Six Sigma experience or experience with Value Stream Mapping

Qualifications

• Microsoft Project experience or Project Management Software experience
• Risk Management Experience
• Experience with Agile Methodologies
• Master’s degree, Lean or Six Sigma Certification, or PMP
• Experience in a customer-facing role
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Skills

• The self-motivation to work well with minimal supervision or in a team environment

Benefits

Massive Benefits
Competitive pay
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Life insurance, disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement program

Culture

We do great things when we are inclusive and work together. To perform with excellence, we learn from one another, value diverse perspectives, operate safely, and build strong relationships. We welcome everyone regardless of background, identity, or ability.

The Next Step

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