Senior Project Manager, Enterprise PMO - Indianapolis, IN - GXO Logistics Corporate Services, Inc.

At GXO, we're constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you'll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

As the Senior Project Manager, Enterprise PMO, you will play a key role in contributing to the operational efficiency and financial success of the company through effective planning, execution, resource management and delivery of projects on time and on budget. If you're ready to grow your career, we have an opportunity for you at GXO.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Create and execute project plans, manage milestones and risks for large complex project, coordinating multiple cross-functional resources
• Plan and lead joint planning sessions with cross function teams consisting of GXO and Customer resources
• Develop tools, templates, and dashboards to measure and report project and program level status to stakeholders
• Effectively escalate project issues to stakeholders in a clear, concise manner to drive needed decisions
• Track project budget and work with finance to ensure project spend forecast is accurate
• Lead assigned local and/or remote staff, including mentoring and training, resolving issues/problems and holding them accountable for assigned tasks
• Provide leadership for project execution; offer direction and guidance to the project team members
• Communicate project requirements to stakeholders and operational leaders to create scope of work
• Act as the primary project management contact for new business pursuits for internal and external stakeholders
• Serve as a development and educational resource for team members; assist in providing opportunities for team members to grow and develop
• Set defined expectations for performance and ensure team members achieve or exceed those expectations
• Create an enjoyable work environment that is conducive to effective creative thinking

At a minimum, you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work or military experience
• At least 2 years of experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously of varying scope and size
• Experience using project management software, preferably smartsheet
• Microsoft Office software experience, solid knowledge of excel and power point
• Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbal

• 5+ years of experience managing complex projects
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Advanced degree in Project Management, Supply Chain, or related field
• PMP certification
• Experience in a transportation, supply chain, logistics, distribution, or manufacturing environment
• Solid understanding of professional services economics, and experience with change management processes
• Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.