GXO Logistics, Inc.

Senior Project Manager, Technology

GXO Logistics, Inc.$100K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in North Carolina, US
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field, or equivalent related work or military experience.
  • 2 years of experience leading and delivering Tier 1 ERP projects across the full SDLC process.
  • Proven experience in managing ERP projects using both waterfall and agile methodologies.
  • Preferred: Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or electrical engineering.
  • Preferred: PMP certification.
  • Preferred: 10 years of experience in leading Tier 1 ERP projects with multiple integrated work streams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and deliver significant Oracle ERP finance-driven projects at GXO.
  • Follow standard project methodology and SDLC process for application development in the 3PL industry.
  • Manage all aspects of the SDLC including timelines, scope, budgets, resources, and delivery.
  • Coordinate project delivery with all business and IT stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with PMO to enhance project methodology, SDLC processes, and deliverable templates.
  • Mentor and coach other project managers on the team.

Benefits

  • Full health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Life insurance.
  • Disability coverage.
  • Generous benefits package.
Full Job Description
Senior Project Manager

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a rapidly growing global company? As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead complex global initiatives across GXO's Data Engineering and AI organization. This role is responsible for delivering enterprise Data Engineering programs, including data lake modernization, analytics enablement, platform delivery, and global data products, while also leading Enterprise AI Agentic Platform initiatives focused on Agile delivery, AI governance, stakeholder alignment, and operational readiness. If you're looking for an exciting opportunity with a dynamic company, join us at GXO.

Pay, benefits and more

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

What you'll do on a typical day
  • Build strong relationships with business, technology, vendor, and executive stakeholders to align delivery plans with strategic priorities.
  • Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, success measures, and business outcomes in partnership with key stakeholders.
  • Lead end-to-end delivery of complex Data Engineering and AI initiatives from planning and execution through governance, monitoring, and operational handoff.
  • Develop and manage integrated project plans, schedules, budgets, forecasts, resources, dependencies, vendor activities, and key decision milestones.
  • Partner with business stakeholders to balance requirements, priorities, costs, resources, and delivery trade-offs.
  • Ensure adherence to project governance, compliance requirements, responsible AI standards, and enterprise technology controls.
  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Deliver projects within agreed scope, quality, timeline, budget, and stakeholder expectations.
  • Maintain RAID logs and proactively manage risks, issues, assumptions, dependencies, and mitigation plans.
  • Manage project change requests, approvals, documentation, meeting minutes, and decision traceability.
  • Oversee third-party supplier engagements and ensure vendors meet contractual obligations and delivery commitments.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and cross-functional delivery teams including AI Platform Engineering, Data Engineering, Architecture, QA, Product Management, Operations, and external vendors.
  • Prepare executive dashboards, steering committee presentations, project status reports, RAID summaries, and escalation communications.
  • Translate complex technical concepts into clear business language for executive and non-technical audiences.
  • Obtain formal stakeholder acceptance of project deliverables and transition completed initiatives into operational support.
  • Track delivery KPIs including schedule, quality, budget, risk reduction, dependency resolution, adoption, and business value realization.
  • Lead cross-functional, global matrix teams across multiple regions, time zones, business units, and third-party vendors.

What you need to succeed at GXO

At a minimum, you'll need
  • Bachelor's degree in project management, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • PMP and Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certifications required.
  • Minimum 10 years of project/program management experience.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience leading AI software, cloud, developer platform, or enterprise software initiatives.
  • Proven experience delivering large-scale Data Engineering, analytics, cloud, AI enablement, or enterprise platform transformation programs.
  • Proven experience leading projects with a strong product management focus.
  • Experience managing global, matrixed teams across multiple geographies, time zones, vendors, and business functions.
  • Experience managing project budgets, forecasts, schedules, risks, dependencies, and vendor performance.
  • Experience preparing, presenting, and obtaining approval for project business cases.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with executive leadership, business stakeholders, and end users.
  • Ability to manage third-party supplier resources and contractual engagements.
  • Ability to balance project delivery, product development, risk management, and budget optimization.
  • Executive-level communication skills with the ability to simplify complex technical and delivery issues into clear decisions, risks, options, and recommendations.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to apply sound judgment while operating with limited direction in a fast-paced environment.

It'd be great if you also have
  • Agile, SAFe, or other program/project management certifications.
  • Understanding of data lake architecture, data governance, analytics platforms, and data product development principles.
  • Understanding of AI delivery lifecycle considerations including agentic platforms, responsible AI, governance, adoption, and operational readiness.
  • Familiarity with agentic workflows, generative AI models, inference platforms, APIs, SDKs, and enterprise AI deployment patterns.
  • Experience leveraging AI tools to improve project execution, reporting, stakeholder communication, risk management, and delivery productivity.
  • Experience working within enterprise Data Engineering, Cloud, AI, or digital transformation organizations.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to drive organizational change.
  • Ability to influence cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders across complex organizations.
  • Self-starter with the ability to quickly establish credibility and make an immediate impact.

About GXO Logistics, Inc.

GXO Logistics, Inc. Careers

Join the dynamic team at GXO Logistics, Inc., a leading global provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions. At GXO, we are committed to fostering a workplace where innovation thrives, leadership is cultivated, and diversity is celebrated. Discover a world of exciting job opportunities and be part of a company that values professional growth and development.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a career journey with GXO Logistics, Inc., where you will be instrumental in transforming the logistics and transportation industry. Our team is at the forefront of innovation, driving efficiency and effectiveness for some of the world's most recognized brands.

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Step into a role of leadership and influence at GXO. We empower our employees with diversity training and leadership opportunities that pave the way for personal and professional growth. Our culture is built on the principles of teamwork, respect, and integrity—values that are integral to all we do.

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At GXO Logistics, Inc., innovation is at the core of our operations. Join our team and contribute to groundbreaking projects that redefine logistics. With a focus on advanced technology and sustainable practices, your work will help shape the future of supply chain management.

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Benefits of Joining GXO

- **Career Advancement**: With a multitude of career paths and educational resources, the potential for growth is limitless. - **Professional Development**: Enhance your skills through targeted training programs and gain valuable experience that will elevate your career. - **Competitive Benefits**: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports the well-being of you and your family. - **Inclusive Culture**: Thrive in an environment that embraces diversity and fosters a sense of community among team members.

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