Our Client is a tech-enabled, specialized supply chain provider that has evolved from a visionary concept to a key enabler of retail store construction supply chains, now managing over $1B in spend. They empower their clients to unlock value and manage risk through support in:

• Construction Supply Chain

• Distribution

• Inventory Management

• Capacity Planning

• Logistics (3PL and 4PL)

• Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management

Role Requirement - Project Lead:
This is a project management role with a strong focus on logistics. The Project Lead is responsible for the end-to-end logistics management of store development projects, including:

• Planning, implementing, and controlling the forward and reverse flow and storage of goods, services, and related information.

• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.

• Actively managing all aspects of project delivery, logistics coordination, and stakeholder communication.

Project Management:

• Project Master Data Setup; e.g. the setup of projects, parties and articles. PL uses the template and uploading it, but the Account Manager needs to approve.

• Perform simple analysis as required on performance metrics, costs and other areas as required to improve best practices.

• Managing project milestones in Tract; adding budgets on % - historic information

• Ensuring all purchase invoices are paid and that sales invoices have been created and sent to the customer. If so, shipments in Tract need to be closed by the Finance Team

• Create Project KPI dashboards and evaluate with key stakeholders

• OS&D Claims

• Support Operational Process Reviews (internal/external) for continuous improvement.

• Project Kick-off with all Stakeholders

• Budgeting Process; creating budgets and monitoring if the budget is not exceeded

• Project Management Reporting, Missing Milestones Reporting (daily, weekly, monthly)

• Weekly Internal Meeting to check for opportunities/developments

· Monitor project deliverables

• Placing final mile order and manage pick-up and delivery milestones respectively so the documents can be printed by the FOC and the pickup can be scheduled with the carrier

• Order Placement in CrossDock ++

• Project Close-out

• Serve as primary point of contact for all project management related issues on all assigned projects between customer, suppliers, site supervisors, transportation team and the Control Tower team.

• Develop and suggest process and system solutions in the interest of continuous improvement

• Monitoring budgets during the project and after project close out (Budget Control). Escalation to Customer when costs exceed budget.

• Effectively planning and coordination of all shipments of the project.

Qualifications:

This is a mid-level, fast paced, project management position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must have a broad understanding and experience in operational task, system knowledge and project management and have a logistics background.

Educational level: -

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred - Prince2 or PMP - 4-5 years professional work experience preferred - 1-2 years international experience desired, else clear demonstration of knowledge needed to operate in global markets. - 2-3 years of project management experience strongly preferred

The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Skills: -

Strong working knowledge of MS Office, especially advanced Excel skills and interest in other systems as well. - Clear & Consistent communications (both writing & speaking) in English, multilingual preferred. - Project Management skills (Plan projects from conception to implementation, Map out timelines, Assess project risks and opportunities, Execute each phase of the project life cycle, Create, allocate, and manage the budget, Communicate with all stakeholders, Troubleshoot problems and challenges, Deliver (and often maintain) the end product or service - Project owner of customer projects, key supplier projects and transportation team projects.

Company DescriptionW3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.
We're proud of the investments we've made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.
Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization's staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.
We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, temporary positions and remote jobs for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.
We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.
Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company's unique needs.
As a W3Global client, you'll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.Company DescriptionW3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.We're proud of the investments we've made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.Our ServicesW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization's staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, temporary positions and remote jobs for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.Our ExpertiseW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company's unique needs.As a W3Global client, you'll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.