Job Description
Summary
The Logistics Project Manager will lead and manage the implementation of various logistics projects. This includes designing and implementing new Distribution Centers (DCs), automation solutions, and efficiency improvements. This person will manage project timelines and budgets and maintain quality standards as well as adhere to the company’s logistics and operational strategies.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all projects within logistics, including the design and construction and automation of DCs.
- Oversee and manage DC construction and infrastructure development whilst adhering to operation requirements.
- Collaborate with engineering teams and contractors to integrate automation solutions, including robotics and warehouse management systems (WMS).
- Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and related deliverables, ensuring adherence to key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Align project objectives with company goals through collaboration with procurement, sales, and IT teams.
- Identify and mitigate project risks, implementing contingency plans to address challenges to ensure smooth execution.
- Drive operational excellence by identifying and implementing process improvements and innovative solutions.
- Ensure all projects comply with all safety, health, and environmental standards as well as adhere to legal and regulatory requirements.
- Engage with stakeholders by providing regular project updates to stakeholders, including progress reports and cost analyses.
- Manage and train cross-functional teams involved in project execution.
- Manage new warehouse, racking and sprinkler projects.
- Serve as a role model and advocate for the company’s culture and values both internally and externally.
- All employees are expected to demonstrate flexibility in delivering their work, proactively contributing to team goals as well as overall business goals and working collaboratively across all levels. You may be required to undertake duties not explicitly mentioned in the job description that are consistent with your role.
- Support ad-hoc projects and provide expertise as needed.
Qualification, Relevant Experience & Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is advantageous.
- At least 3 years of experience managing DC development and automation projects.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics and project management.
- Strong knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and automation technologies.
- Knowledge and experience in SAP will be advantageous.
- Proficient in project management tools and methodologies.
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skills.
Competencies
- Able to make and assess personal/team decisions and align actions with organisation’s vision and mission.
- Able to establish and maintain open/trusting relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to nurture collaborative partnerships and work towards a common goal.
- Able to contribute and encourage new ideas and approaches to support business growth; demonstrate openness to and enthusiasm for new initiatives and appropriately challenge the status quo; adapt and improvise quickly, appropriately, and decisively to internal/external changes.
- Able to display accountability for team and personal decisions/outcomes and take proactive actions to achieve results with dedication to follow through on commitments; create plans and manage resources to accomplish and deliver self and team’s commitments.
- Able to understand and prioritise stakeholders’ needs/expectations and develop solutions to improve service delivery.
- Able to appreciate the complex interrelationships between external factors and internal business operations and develops strategic plans in response to market shifts and shocks anchored on organisation's vision, purpose, and strategy.
- Able to nurture the culture of learning organisation.
- Able to develop strategic plans in response to market shifts and shocks to accomplish organizational goals; adaptability to changes in business landscape.
- Adaptability and flexibility to changes in business landscape demonstrating initiative concerning forward thinking and planning.
- Exhibits high level of integrity, professionalism, objectivity, personal accountability, and ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitive information.
Stakeholders to be managed
- Internal: Procurement, Sales, IT, and Warehouse Operations teams.
- External: Contractors, suppliers, and automation solution providers.
Major Challenges
- Managing multiple projects simultaneously with tight deadlines and budgets.
- Aligning cross-functional teams and resolving conflicting priorities.
- Addressing compliance and regulatory requirements across diverse project locations.
- Ensuring seamless integration of automation technologies in operational workflows.
