About FedEx Supply Chain
FedEx Supply Chain, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), is a leader in the third-party logistics industry offering a diverse service portfolio that enables commerce for businesses. With a proven track record of innovation and operational excellence, FedEx Supply Chain takes a consultative approach to optimize logistics processes, implement innovative technology and drive continuous improvement. By leveraging best practices and the world-renowned FedEx network, FedEx Supply Chain delivers leading solutions that provide flexibility, enable scalability and improve cost-effectiveness for customers. Through more than 11,000 employees, 130 operations and 35 million square feet of warehouse space, FedEx Supply Chain manages nearly 150 million packages and processes 358 million returns each year. For more information, go to supplychain.fedex.com.
We Have….
A strong FedEx brand consistently ranked among the world’s most admired and trusted employers.
A top notch leadership team with the experience needed to grow and develop your career.
An open mind for new ideas and creative methods.
A strong compensation and benefits package, including health, vision, dental, 401k with a strong match and much more!
General Summary….
The Project Manager III manages and oversees all aspects of a technology project to ensure it is completed on-time and within budget. Has overall responsibility for managing scope, cost, schedule, internal staffing and outside vendors, and contractual deliverable. Prepares reports for upper management regarding status of project. This position will work with multiple business units and outside customers.
This position will be responsible for…..
Develops, leads or facilitates a program management office or lean portfolio management team for the IT department as needed.
Achieves project results (time, scope, and budget) through the project team.
Mentors junior project managers to project success.
Leads, multi-disciplined IT team in the delivery of technology for new business start-ups and other projects.
Assembles project schedule from base information and is responsible for coordinating with efforts with each functional area for development of the master project schedule (Engineering, Operations, Technical Vendors, etc.).
Leads weekly status calls with the customer and with the internal team.
Develops action register and drives results through the team.
Leads breakout sessions between functional teams to solve problems and develop options for delivery.
Can be in the details when needed and translate to Executive Summary Status.
Works with Project Stakeholders to ensure alignment between the organization and customer.
Develops and presents options in a concise manner when roadblocks are reached.
Able to negotiate win/win compromises while representing the best interests of the project always.
Able to multi-task across all projects assigned while maintaining an eye for detail.
Uses good judgment on when to escalate issues and options.
Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to see the overall picture.
Communicate effectively to all levels of the business organizations.
Ensures deliverables are met as defined in the project in order to achieve success.
Establishes resource plan, schedule, budget, risks analysis, and acceptance criteria.
Establishes and manages risk mitigation and issue resolution plans.
Track and report performance metrics, action job, issues and risks.
Challenge "business as usual" using a fact-based, objective mindset.
Prepare status reports and presentations suitable for varied audiences.
Develop strong working relationships with internal staff to ensure effective communication with all related functional areas.
You might be a great fit if….
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred and 6 years of relevant experience.
PMI and / or SAFe certification preferred
Program Management experience desired.
Experience with Waterfall and Agile Project management desired
Manhattan systems experience preferred.
Previous experience leading project teams of 20 or more people both locally and remote
Ability to thrive in a leadership position, able to drive team to delivery, maintain team's focus during periods of change and shifting priorities
Demonstrated ability to successfully lead complex projects.
Able to work under pressure; producing high quality deliverables while meeting delivery dates
Must be a motivated, forward thinking individual who is able to work with minimal supervision
Exercises good judgment and understanding of dependencies across multiple projects
Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills
Highly proficient in MS-Office suite, including MS-Project
Structured and organized; use a variety of project management tools to keep projects on track; advocate for best practices and identify/implement them where gaps exist.
Physical/Cognitive Requirements
With or without accommodation:
Ability to follow policies and procedures.
Ability to read, write and interpret information.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
Ability to use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel.
Ability to sit/walk/stand for up to 10 hours per day.
Ability to intermittently crawl, squat, climb, twist, bend, stoop, push or pull.
Must possess visual acuity, i.e., close, distance, and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to lift/carry job less than 30 pounds.
ADA – FedEx Supply Chain will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the subsequent application process.
FedEx Logistics, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The FedEx Logistics companies are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in its application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Fxl.talentacquisition@fedex.com.
Job ID: 50615
Schedule: Full-time