GXO Logistics, Inc.

Sr. Project Manager (Data & AI)

GXO Logistics, Inc. • $100K — $130K *
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in project management, Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Proven experience delivering complex IT projects with a focus on Data Platforms such as Snowflake, AWS, or GCP.
  • Experience leading projects with a product management focus.
  • Experience preparing and obtaining approval for project business cases.
  • Strong understanding of project governance and risk management.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to apply sound judgment in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders to execute project plans.
  • Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in partnership with stakeholders.
  • Lead end-to-end delivery of IT and Data Platform projects.
  • Manage integrated project plans, schedules, and budgets.
  • Identify win-win solutions while balancing priorities and resources.
  • Ensure adherence to project governance, raising risks as needed.
  • Apply Agile methodologies to coordinate project delivery.

Benefits

  • Full health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Life insurance.
  • Disability coverage.
  • Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.
Full Job Description
Senior Project Manager (Data & AI)

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 IT and Data Platform initiatives, driving the successful delivery of enterprise projects focused on data lakes, cloud technologies, and product-driven solutions. This role is responsible for managing the full project lifecycle while partnering with business and technology stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment, governance, and operational excellence. If you're looking for an exciting opportunity with dynamic organization, we'd love to hear from you.

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 the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.

What you'll do on a typical day
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive project plans aligned with business and product objectives.
  • Define project scope, goals, deliverables, success criteria, and business outcomes in partnership with key stakeholders.
  • Lead end-to-end delivery of complex IT and Data Platform projects from planning and execution through governance, monitoring, and successful operational handoff.
  • Develop and manage integrated project plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans, forecasts, milestones, dependencies, and risk registers.
  • Partner with business stakeholders to balance requirements, priorities, costs, resources, and delivery trade-offs while identifying win-win solutions.
  • Ensure adherence to project governance standards, raising risks and issues to management and stakeholders as required.
  • Apply Agile methodologies to project delivery by coordinating sprints, iterations, and incremental product value delivery.
  • Deliver projects within agreed scope, quality, timeline, budget, and customer expectations.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while developing contingency plans and maintaining comprehensive risk registers.
  • Manage project change requests, approvals, documentation, meeting minutes, and decision traceability in accordance with governance standards.
  • Oversee third-party supplier engagements, including contract negotiations, performance management, and accountability for contractual obligations.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between project teams, business stakeholders, technology teams, and external suppliers.
  • Prepare and deliver project status reports, executive updates, and presentations for governance and steering meetings.
  • Translate complex technical concepts into clear business language for executive and non-technical audiences.
  • Obtain formal customer acceptance of project deliverables and ensure successful project closure.
  • Track and maintain project performance metrics to support continuous improvement in delivery quality, demand management, and operational effectiveness.
  • Lead, organize, and motivate cross-functional matrix teams comprised of internal resources, application experts, and third-party suppliers.

What you need to succeed

At a minimum, you'll need
  • Bachelor's degree in project management, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Proven experience delivering complex IT projects with a strong emphasis on Data Platforms, including Snowflake, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Amazon Web Services (AWS), or similar technologies.
  • Demonstrated experience leading projects with a strong product management focus.
  • Experience preparing, presenting, and obtaining approval for project business cases.
  • Experience managing project budgets, schedules, resources, risks, dependencies, and supplier performance throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Experience managing third-party suppliers, contracts, and vendor relationships.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with end users, senior stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to collaborate with stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and deliver system improvements.
  • Strong understanding of project governance, risk management, and budget optimization.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
  • Executive-level communication skills with the ability to simplify technical concepts for business audiences.
  • Ability to apply sound judgment and make informed decisions in fast-paced environments with limited information.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and make an immediate impact.


It'd be great if you also have
  • Strong understanding of data lake architecture, data governance, and modern product development principles.
  • Experience working within Agile delivery environments and applying Agile project management methodologies.
  • Experience leading enterprise cloud transformation or modern data platform initiatives.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to drive organizational improvements.
  • Ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders across complex organizations.
  • Experience leading matrixed teams across multiple business functions and external partners.

We engineer innovative technology solutions that power data-driven business transformation.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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

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Lead with Us

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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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GXO is not just a company; it's a place where careers flourish. We offer a range of job opportunities, from entry-level positions to senior roles in various departments. Whether you're seeking an internship to kickstart your career or a professional role to advance your skills, GXO provides the resources and support to help you succeed.

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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Learn more about GXO Logistics, Inc.
Market Cap
$4.9 billion
Industry
Transportation
* Ladders Estimates

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