[Hiring] Project Manager, Facility & Distribution Engineering @Cencora

Role Description

Under general direction of an Engineering Project Director, the Engineering Project Manager is responsible for one or more components of an overall project. This role is suitable for an experienced Project Manager with an Engineering background (industrial Engineering is preferred). Projects relate to the design, build, and improvement of distribution facilities and processes. Assignments may span one or more projects that can range in size, complexity, and cross-functional involvement. Typical scope of management ranges from less than $1MM to greater than $20MM per project.

• Works closely with Project Director to assist in the development of a project charter outlining project design and/or implementation requirements.
• Assists in the preparation of capital expenditure requests for projects.
• Manages assigned scope according to the project charter including vendor selection and vendor management from RFP through design, installation, and final invoicing.
• Manages overall onsite build or installation coordination with internal and external partners.
• Manages development and management of project budget.
• Project elements may include material handling equipment, warehouse, and business systems, building construction or modification and other equipment and services typically found within a distribution environment.
• Assigned scope may include design, contractor coordination, testing, training, and start-up activities.
• May be assigned multiple areas of scope.
• May be assigned overall responsibility for a project.
• Manages assigned team members in the execution of the assigned scope.
• Manages and reports on project budget for assigned scope.
• May issue or approve purchase orders according to company policy.
• Develops, maintains, and reports on timelines for assigned scope.
• Typically requires cross-functional coordination with other internal teams and vendors.
• Generates timely and concise communication regarding project status and pending issues.
• Supports in the development of supplier specifications and RFPs, supports the contractual negotiations, and manages the execution of the plans outlined in the contracts.
• Manages engagement with external consultants and other outsourced resources and vendors that perform work associated with the assigned project scope.
• Coordinates activities with Project Director and other internal project teams to ensure alignment.
• Willing to travel up to 50% of the time. Must be located near an airport.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master’s Degree and/or PMP certification desired.

Requirements

• Experience managing automation or construction projects exceeding $5MM per project.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience planning and tracking projects using project management software.
• Experience developing and tracking project costs.
• 7+ years of experience as a project manager, project engineer or related occupation.
• Prior experience in consulting, Six-Sigma, Lean Manufacturing or Kaizen is beneficial.
• Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and experience leading projects related to warehouse operations, warehouse design, warehouse and business systems, process improvement and standardization, engineered labor standards, and transportation.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to communicate (and work) effectively with people from different technical and business backgrounds.
• Ability to lead dynamically and energize work teams to learn and apply new skills and techniques to respond to business needs.
• Good analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills to evaluate business problems and apply knowledge to identify appropriate solutions.

Skills

• General knowledge of warehouse operations, warehouse design, and warehouse and business systems.
• General knowledge of automated material handling equipment.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Excel, Access databases, Word, PowerPoint and AutoCAD.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully.
• Strong presentation skills, ability to present and discuss strategies and technical information in a manner that establishes rapport, persuades others, and establishes understanding for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to lead and energize work teams.
• Good analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to evaluate business problems and identify appropriate solutions and resolve issues effectively and efficiently.
• Strong organizational skills; attention to detail.
• Must be able to drive results from both internal and external resources.
• Must be able to quickly adapt plans to changing business requirements.

Benefits

• Compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture.
• Traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care.
• Comprehensive suite of benefits focusing on physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness.
• Support for working families, including backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave.
• Variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and more.