IT Launch Project Manager

Job Title: IT Project Manager - Warehouse Automation/ WMS

Location: Remote (Anywhere in US) with up to 25% travel
Department: Information Technology
Reports To: Warehouse Launch IT Director
Position Overview
We are seeking an IT Project Manager experienced with launching industrial-size warehouse facilities delivering global IT projects within the automotive and technology sectors. This role will manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple global IT customer projects concurrently in the automotive and technology verticals.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, define workstreams, and allocate responsibilities to involved parties.
• Define project scope in collaboration with stakeholders and ensure strict adherence throughout project lifecycle.
• Assess resource requirements and work closely with IT workstream owners to secure necessary resources.
• Identify, track, and proactively manage project issues, risks, and change control activities.
• Coordinate project activities with workstream leads and maintain open communication with all major stakeholders.
• Provide detailed status reports and maintain visibility over project progress and risks for both internal and external customers.
• Manage escalations within the IT function, ensuring timely resolution of issues and risks.
• Facilitate requirement definition, acceptance, and implementation of IT business solutions to meet customer expectations.
• Serve as a key liaison between operations management, software development, QA, DBA, infrastructure teams, and customers.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the project delivery lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with synchronized management systems, quality policies, and company objectives.

Accountabilities

• Deliver IT projects successfully across company verticals, ensuring scope, quality, budget, and timelines are met.
• Maintain transparent communication, visibility, and reporting of project statuses to stakeholders.
• Effectively manage escalations, risks, and issues to ensure project success and stakeholder satisfaction.

Key Contacts

• Internal: IT Management Team, Solutions Team Business Analysts, Engineering & BPI Teams, Software & EDI Development Teams, Infrastructure Team, IT Quality Assurance Team, Operations Management
• External: Software and hardware vendors/providers

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant business or technical field.
• Continuous professional development in project management or IT.
• Professional Project Management Qualification (e.g., Prince2, PMI).
• At least 3 years' experience managing significant IT projects, including site launches.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a logistics environment with operational, project management, or solution design responsibilities.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), logistics supply chain design, and related tools.
• Experience as a Software Development Lead, WMS Solution/Delivery Lead, or similar role.