Sr. Manager, Logistics Project Management (Remote - EST)

Job Overview

The Senior Manager, Logistics Project Management will coordinate, manage, and be responsible for the successful delivery of projects initiated in support of Getinge Group Logistics Americas. The position will also support global projects, as needed. The position will scope, create business cases, identify resource requirements, and establish the timeline for assigned projects. The position is expected to lead effectively either directly or indirectly and hold overall responsibility for the successful completion of assigned projects.This position is fully remote in EST.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties

• Developing comprehensive project plans, setting timelines, and establishing key milestones to ensure successful project delivery.
• Managing resources, including personnel, budget, and materials, to optimize project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure project success.
• Maintaining clear communication with stakeholders, including team members, suppliers, and customers, to ensure alignment and facilitate effective collaboration.
• As associated with projects, analyzing data, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing solutions to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, laws, and company policies related to logistics operations (including transportation, freight, trade operations, customs, logistics related IT applications (ERP/Warehouse Management System)), general business operations (including Environmental, Health and Safety, Business Continuity Planning, business and facility risk resilience, footprint), and quality operations (including QMS development, certification/recertification activity).
• Supporting project related negotiations and management of contracts with suppliers/service providers.
• Evaluating new project opportunities against available capacity, business needs, impact to existing projects and relative priority within the portfolio
• Contributing to projects within the portfolio as an individual, an escalation point, and a technical expert for PMO at all stages of the project lifecycle.
• Identifying, accounting for, and escalating, if necessary, cross-functional and cross-Business Area interdependencies or issues early in the project lifecycle to prevent project delay or unnecessary conflict.
• Providing input to and create business cases as required.
• Developing and leading project and executive level Steering Committee reviews, as necessary.
• Managing unexpected project delays.
• Supporting audit activity as required.
• Assisting in special projects or assignments needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, logistics, operations, industrial or similar field.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant engineering/project management experience, preferably in medical device/life sciences or other highly regulated industry.
• PMP certification preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of medical device/life science/highly regulated industry and associated quality system requirements.
• Understanding of FDA/notified body regulations preferred.
• Experience leading the development and implementation of projects, with ability to oversee multiple projects and effectively manage timelines.
• Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as effectively interact and communicate with all levels of the organization in a team environment.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills; ability to create and present executive level presentations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Supervision/Management of Others:

• Position includes potential management of others directly or indirectly.

Internal and External Contacts/Relationships

• Global Logistics partners
• Business and Product Area (factory) stakeholders
• Finance partners
• Supply Chain Services partners
• Sales and Service Unit partners

Environmental/Safety/Physical Work Conditions

• Ensures environmental consciousness and safe practices are exhibited in decisions.
• Use of computer and telephone equipment and other related office accessories/devices to complete assignments.
• Office or warehouse environment
• May work extended hours during peak business cycles.

The salary range for this position is between $140,000-170,000 per year with a 25% bonus, depending on experience and location.

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