Senior Project Manager

• Leading cross-functional teams through meetings and progress measurement activity which bring projects to completion both on time and within budget. Provide accountability and oversight for plans and teamwork assignments.
• Develop and schedule team responsibilities; technical/operation requirements; detailed project plans, project budget, time-lines, resources, specifications, etc. in order to accomplish project goals; continually follows up with team to ensure goals are achieved
• Manages projects, including leading project meetings; documents issues, action items, risks, budget, user requirements, or deliverables; updates project schedules and plans, project communications, budget tracking, etc.
• Identifies and tracks project issues, resolves issues where possible or escalates to higher management when needed; assesses and manages risks and drives mitigation activities.
• Evaluates deliverables prepared by team to ensure work meets specifications and maintains a high level of quality.
• Chairs regularly scheduled meetings in order to provide project updates and information.
• Manages project from initial concept through final implementation, utilizing established guidelines and procedures.
• Provide a collaborative environment and culture
• Presents operational metrics regularly to the senior leadership team.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• The wage range for this position is $74,980.00-$112,480.00 and may vary based on geography as well as relative knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.

Education
• Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Experience
• 5+ years Experience in Project Management, Change Management, Business Application Deployment, and/or knowledge of Business Process Management. (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills High
• Strong attention to detail, ability to organize, and analytical capability High
• Knowledge or/and hands-on experience with PMO (Waterfall or Agile methodology) essential. Knowledge with logistics operations ideal, not required Low
• The ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and multiple projects High
• Advanced knowledge of MS business suite/TMS/AS 400 Medium
• Ability to build and explain complex spreadsheet models and logistics strategy to internal and external customers High
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment. High
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills. High
• Ability to manage vendors and project stakeholders High

Licenses and Certifications
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI - Program & Project Management\Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI 

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.