NFI Industries

Project Manager

NFI Industries • $75K — $95K *
Irving, TX 75061In-Person
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field required
  • PMP® Certification preferred
  • 5+ years hands-on experience managing projects of various size and complexities
  • Experience in 3PL, Distribution, Warehousing or Supply Chain Management
  • Knowledge of Manhattan WMOS preferred, with other WMS or LMS acceptable
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills for effective communication at all levels
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite and project management software, experience in Zoho is a bonus

Responsibilities

  • Supervise, plan, and manage Distribution projects, focusing on new business implementations and process improvements
  • Oversee the entire project lifecycle from inception to closure, including meeting management and documentation
  • Prepare detailed project plans with task sequencing and resource requirements
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope and ensure timely delivery
  • Conduct project 'health-checks' and assess 'Go-Live' readiness
  • Lead risk management discussions to identify and resolve potential project risks
  • Facilitate team calls, monitor progress, and communicate status to stakeholders

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance plans
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Dynamic work environment with a focus on career growth
Full Job Description
Overview

The Project Manager is responsible for managing NFI Distribution project initiatives; driving the project implementation processes; facilitating the sharing of resources, methodologies, tools and techniques; and achieving expected results as defined by the project charter. Project Manager will lead the project team, develop timelines in the agreed-upon project management software, report status, track issues/risks/resolutions, be responsible for deploying the business solution as defined by the Design Team, and ensure that the business objectives of the project are met based on pre-defined metrics.

Responsibilities

  • Assumes full responsibility for supervising, planning, and managing Distribution projects. Project could include new business/customer implementations, process improvement initiatives, WMS (warehouse management system) conversions, etc.
  • Manages entire lifecycle of the project from project inception to project closure. Tasks include, but are not limited to: meeting management, documentation, process workflows, work plans, reports, etc.
  • Demonstrates expertise with preparation of detailed project plans, including activity definition, task sequencing, resources requirements, and duration estimates.
  • Will work closely with key stakeholders, including senior level executive sponsors, partners and vendors, to define project scope and ensure timely delivery of all project components.
  • Participates in the development, implementation and assessment of project "health-checks" and "'Go-Live' readiness".
  • Assumes the lead in risk management meetings working with department leads and project teams to identify potential risks and recommend solutions to stabilize project prior to a business-impacting event occurring.
  • Responsible for facilitating team calls to monitor and communicate progress, collaborate with key stakeholders to publish status reports, and managing and reporting on open risks and action items.
  • Demonstrates clear and concise communication; interpersonal, organizational and team building skills; business judgment; and proven expertise in directing the efforts of the project staff and internal and external customers.
  • Participate in projects or business audits to assesses and promote the use of better practices, processes and tools driving change throughout the organization.
  • Participates in the maintenance of, and ensures compliance to, project management standard policies, procedures, practices and supporting documents and templates to successfully support the implementation of major projects. Provides continuous improvement recommendations in terms of the use of project management methodologies, tools and techniques.
  • Analyzes performance of the project team or the operation utilizing metrics, audits, and data-driven indicators. Will lead or participate in process reviews, document process flows, identify best practices, and conduct post-project audits to ensure process compliance.
  • Keeps up with relevant industry knowledge such as warehousing, 3PL, and supply chain management and project management practices.
  • Promotes the importance and relevance of PMO-related initiatives and projects articulating and highlighting their organizational benefits with professionalism.

Other duties as required

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field required
  • PMP® Certification preferred
  • 5+ years hands-on experience managing projects of various size and complexities
  • 3PL, Distribution, Warehousing or Supply Chain Management experience
  • Knowledge of Manhattan WMOS preferred. Knowledge with other WMS or LMS is acceptable.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills demonstrated in ability to communicate on all levels; position requires regular interface with project resources, team leads and senior management team members as well as vendors and customers to effectively communicate PMO-related activities as well as project-related activities, progress and risks.
  • Demonstrated ability with planning, organizing and multi-tasking to ensure efficient handling of the many tasks associated with a project.
  • Ability to conduct project reviews, assess and evaluate project performance and provide constructive feedback while sustaining excellent working relationships
  • Highly influential leadership style while interacting with non-direct reports
  • Ability to multi-task and manage in a cross-functional environment.
  • Ability to thrive in a team working in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Proficient use of MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and MS Project, and process flow experience. Experience using Zoho is an added bonus.
  • Travel up to 50% (varies per project)


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About NFI Industries

NFI Industries is a transportation and logistics company that provides a range of services, including warehousing, distribution, and transportation management. The company was founded in 1932 by Israel Brownstein and Samuel Rosenberg, and is headquartered in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. NFI Industries operates more than 50 million square feet of warehouse space and has a fleet of over 4,000 tractors and 9,000 trailers. The company serves a variety of industries, including retail, food and beverage, and healthcare.
Learn more about NFI Industries
Size
13,000 employees
Industry
Transportation
Founded
1932
* Ladders Estimates

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