Project Manager

Ann Arbor, MI
December 17, 2024
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Job Description

Project Manager
Longbow Advantage is an end-to-end warehousing strategy company that leverages real-time data to manage people, processes, and warehouses through The Rebus® Platform, and WMS consulting services purpose-built to expand and enhance warehouse technologies.
We take a holistic approach to warehousing strategy, understanding that technology is only one piece in the solution process. Our warehouse experts work with customers to understand challenges and goals, developing a recommendation that’s aligned to the customer’s business objectives and supply chain initiatives.
What to expect
The ideal Project Manager candidate will lead projects focused on JDA-WMS and will be heavily involved in project issues including budget, timeline, scope changes, software functionality and technology. In addition, they will work cross functionally with Supply chain, Operations, Sales, Procurement and Finance to understand their business requirements and communicate project expectations.
Once you join our team, you will…

  • Oversee, validate and govern project charters, team structures, project plans, metrics, and ROI.
  • Facilitate project status meetings, ensuring team accountability and adherence to timelines.
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders to design, develop, and implement new business solutions.
  • Govern LBA policies, procedures, methodologies, standards and project quality to achieve customer satisfaction.
  • Guide customers through change management processes and training.
  • Identify Key Performance Indicators, develop baseline measurements, establish ongoing measurement processes, measure and present quantifiable results.
  • Resolve project issues related to budget, timeline, scope, or technology; escalate when necessary.
  • Provide regular project status updates to the VP of Services and key stakeholders.
  • Support in generating Statements of Work (SOW) and customer proposals.
  • Participate in team resource planning and budget forecasting.
  • Contribute to the ongoing development of project management, implementation, and solution templates and best practices
  • Record and Report and billable time to customer

Competencies

  • Leadership & Collaboration: Drive projects, fostering alignment across teams and objectives.
  • Problem Solving & Innovation: Resolve complex issues and enhance proactive solutions.
  • Strategic Contribution: Shape program strategy to align with business goals.
  • Decision Making: Make strategic decisions with a broad impact perspective.
  • Stakeholder Management: Build trust and motivate stakeholders around shared goals.
  • Mentorship & Development: Cultivate an inclusive environment that supports growth.
  • Financial Acumen: Oversee budgets to ensure financial alignment with strategy.
  • Workflow Implementation: Streamline execution with effective workflows.
  • Governance: Uphold project processes and quality standards.
  • Reporting & Systems: Enhance transparency with reliable reporting and controls.

Skills & Experience

  • Minimum; Bachelor’s degree in Computer/Software Engineering, Supply Chain, Management or related degree
  • 5+ years of leading projects in complex, supply chain environments.
  • Proven experience working as a Project Manager or similar capacity.
  • Knowledgeable in project management best practices.
  • Knowledge in Blue Yonder JDA/Red Prairie or other Supply Chain Software systems is highly preferred. (WMS, WFM, TMS)
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize and coordinate task to meet multiple deadlines.
  • Outgoing and comfortable building cross-functional relationships.
  • Able & willing to travel up to 50%
  • Adhere to all Longbow Policies and Procedures
  • Provide mentoring for project resources in preparation for advancement
  • Motivate the LBA and client teams throughout the implementation lifecycle to drive the best possible solution.

Why Join Longbow?

  • Supportive work environment
  • Work/life balance
  • Competitive Salary
  • 4-weeks of paid vacation
  • 6 paid sick days, 2 paid personal days per year
  • Excellent health and dental benefits, eligible as of your first day!
  • Group RRSP/401k Matching
  • Work from Home

Longbow Advantage is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are not able to assist with relocation or work permit applications for this role.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.