Senior Project Leader - Logistics
Company: Penske Truck Leasing
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posted on: January 9, 2021
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Job Description:
DescriptionPosition Summary:Manage and coordinate the
implementation of projects that can have organization-wide
implications and impact. Such efforts may require cross-function
involvement with PL, PTL, customers, vendors and suppliers and
require strategic stakeholder involvement. Responsible for the
formalization of comprehensive project plans, clarifying timelines,
milestones, goals and ownership. Will lead regular meetings to
ensure effectiveness of plan, cost implications and quality of
solution.Major Responsibilities:People:-Provide leadership to team
members in identifying project risks early and guide them in
developing appropriate mitigation plans.-Intervene when necessary
to resolve issues between project managers, operations, functional
teams and customers.Safety:-Instill in the operations leadership
team that safe performance is a critical element required to
achieve success and is recognized as an indicator of management
effectiveness.-Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory
agencies and company policies and procedures.Operations:-Lead
project scope development and options analysis.-Identify and
recommend vendors and suppliers necessary to complete the project
and deploy logistics solution.-Assist Operations in directing all
phases of programs from inception through completion.Growth /
Customer Experience:-Work closely with customer's leadership and
project team during scope development and option analysis
phase.-Manage the clients' expectations regarding our team's
satisfactory performance & project execution.-Identify future
opportunities for process enhancement and value
generation.Finance:-Thoroughly review project budget for accuracy
and report inconsistencies and analysis.-Closely manage resources
and expenses to meet forecasted budget.-Continually evaluate
projects to assess whether deliverables will meet customer needs at
the contractual rates.Fleet/Assets:-Evaluate existing facilities
and fleet/material handling equipment-Establish relationships with
local PTL operations as well as other vendor operations-Ensure all
IT infrastructure and systems are implemented and working
properly.Qualifications-3 years of multiple supply chain service
line experience (Transportation, Warehousing, LLP, etc)
preferred-5-7 years of Project Management experience
required-Project Management certifications preferred-Bachelor's
degree required, advanced degrees or certifications
preferred-Strong analytical and influencing skills, written/oral
communication and organizational skills are required as this
position may have executive communication and presentation-Advanced
computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and
PowerPoint required. Additionally, statistical, reporting, and
database software experience preferred.-Regular, predictable, full
attendance is an essential function of the job-Willingness to
travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the
specific location required, complete Penske employment application,
submit to a background investigation (to include past employment,
education, and criminal history) and drug screening
required.Physical Requirements:-The physical and mental demands
described here are representative of those that must be met by an
associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.-The associate
will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written
form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and
understand certain instructions or guidelines.-While performing the
duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk,
and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to
touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The
associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to
25lbs/12kg.-Specific vision abilities required by this job include
close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception
and the ability to adjust focus.Penske is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.About Penske LogisticsPenske Logistics is a wholly owned
subsidiary of Penske Truck Leasing. With operations in North
America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske Logistics provides
supply chain management and logistics services to leading companies
around the world. Penske Logistics delivers value through its
design, planning and execution in transportation, warehousing and
freight management. Visit www.PenskeLogistics.com to learn
more.
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