Job Details
SAVOYE NORTH AMERICA designs and integrates supply chainsolutions. We provide innovative solutions to some of the most perplexinglogistics processes through a full range of Advanced Software solutions andAdvanced Technologies systems. As a leading logistics service provider, we areexcited for our growth and commitment to customizing global logisticssolutions.
We are searching for a Senior ProjectManager to join our team ofinnovative and passionate individuals who are powered by their passion forservice delivery.
Job Summary
Asuccessful Senior Project Manager will strive for excellence in clientsatisfaction and enjoy troubleshooting. Senior Project Manager will support our clients across the business.This role is an integral part of our client-focused business model as clientsare the foundation of our business. Build your career in an innovative, growingcompany by developing a working knowledge of SAVOYE systems and supporting ourclients.
Qualifications, Education,and Experience Requirements
- Excellent communication, leadership, and client development skills
- Experience in complex, multi-entity or global projects is preferred.
- Self-starter and able to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
- In depth knowledge and experience applying Agile, Waterfall or a hybrid approach to implementations to meet customer needs.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering is preferred.
- PMP certification or work equivalent required.
- Minimum 10 Years of Experience preferably in the Material Handling Industry or Warehousing and Distribution
- Proficiency with computer software applications, Microsoft 365 application suite, including MS Project
Essential Job Functions- Leading project teams to deliver material handling projects that meet the business objectives and customer requirements.
- Servicing our customers with "white gloves" and at the highest level of responsiveness and professionalism.
- Leading and launching the project team including Sales, to achieve optimal project solution, timeline, and cost while communicating clear visibility of progress to plan.
- Travel to customer sites for sales support, site evaluation, design reviews, and project support from installation through system acceptance.
- Produce required documentation for the project, schedule, plans, change order documentation, meeting minutes, etc.
- Identify risks and maintain risk register with actionable mitigation strategies, for duration of project.
- Working closely with our manufacturing and engineering teams to ensure that the quality and functionality of our products remains at the highest level.
- Conduct weekly issues resolution calls with customers; manage and work to resolve each reported issue through progress tracking and providing regular updates.
- Developing detailed project schedule inclusive of all engineering, software, manufacturing, installation, integration, testing and project turnover activities.
- Providing regular updates to project team regarding project costs management, schedule, risks and customer expectations.
- Working closely with our manufacturing and software teams to ensure that the product specifications and production schedules are in alignment with project schedules and system requirements.
- Analyzing project profitability, forecasting appropriate monthly costs for revenue recognition, and ensuring timely and accurate project AR/AP activities.
- Responsible for deep understanding of project contract requirements and financial risks.
- Ensuring project site safety of all company employees and its sub-contractors.
- In partnership with the engineering and software team, managing the commissioning plan, system cut in plans, system acceptance testing and customer sign off.
- Identifying business development and sales opportunities as they relate to specific projects or customers you're working with.
- Reviewing and approving purchase requisitions for project materials and services.
- Complete weekly time entry and expense reports.
- Owning or participating in Training, Quality Assurance, or new process development/implementation
Working Conditions- This position requires up to 25% travel to job sites to provide Project Management support. Most tasks, projects, and communication with customers, peers, and supervisors will be completed using a computer, video technology, and phone.
- This role may require physical exertion (lifting to 25 pounds), exposure to hazardous tools (PPE will be required and provided), long periods of sitting, standing, and typing may be required.
- Located in or around one of the following Savoye offices:
> Aurora, IL
> Rochester, NY
> Grand Rapids, MI
Benefits- 401(k)
- Project Bonus Plan
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO) including sick time.
- Company Holidays
PLEASENOTE: Although this is a full-time position (40 hours per week), extended hoursand evenings may be required based on client needs.Equal Employment Opportunity AcknowledgementSAVOYENORTH AMERICA is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will beconsidered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disabilitystatus.