Contract Logistics Warehouse Automation Project Manager
As the Contract Logistics Warehouse Automation Project Manager you will be responsible for implementing and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Leads actively the development of continuous improvement projects. Supports the KNPS facility certifications, as well as the operations teams training for the Belt program.
- Lead and deliver Continuous Improvement projects to completion using the DMAIC methodology (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control), including identifying opportunities with Operations, analyzing solutions, supporting implementation, and monitoring post-implementation results.
- Act as Project Manager during the Improve/Support phase, developing and managing project plans, prioritizing projects, allocating resources, tracking status, and ensuring successful project execution.
- Manage all project reporting requirements, including weekly, monthly, ad hoc, CI Tracker, customer-specific reports, and regular communication with stakeholders and the Steering Committee.
- Provide tactical project support through project follow-up, Go-Live meetings, sponsorship and funding alignment, change request management, and issue resolution.
- Oversee all critical project elements, including recruitment, information and material flows, equipment requirements, implementation activities, and knowledge transfer for future deployments.
- Monitor project performance and implementation costs against approved budgets, while supporting operational processes after implementation when required.
- Document continuous improvement projects using A3 methodology and maintain accurate records in the CI Tracker.
- Conduct assessments and develop action plans for KNPS facility certifications, while providing certification and program training and coordinating Operations team Belt and certification achievement.
- Implement, support, and sustain the Management Operating System (MOS), KNPS Productivity Management Modules (PMM), and Quality Management Modules (QMM) across operations.
- Maintain local PMM/QMM databases, provide first-level system support, and ensure ongoing effectiveness of productivity and quality management programs.
This job posting relates to an available role and not a future talent pool.
What we would like you to bring
- 7+ years of Project Management experience
- 5+ years of Automation experience
- 5+ years of Engineering experience
- 5+ years of Business Analytics experience
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.
What's in it for you
At Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. The salary range for this position is between $85,000.00 and $105,000.00. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and dental benefits, a retirement savings plan, and tuition reimbursement. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #LI-ONSITE #LI-MB1
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