technical project manager Richmond, VA
Job description
CDS is seeking an IT Project Manager (IT PM), to join our Enterprise Project Team, to bring service and leadership at the technical level to both Century and our internal customers. An ideal candidate must have supply chain & logistics experience in addition to project management expertise. This role will develop, manage, and deliver projects that enhance and expand Century’s capabilities using agile methodology. Please apply if you feel confident in your ability to work directly with Century’s internal departments (both destination and origin) on new initiatives, projects, modules, and key deliverables offered to enhance Century’s footprint.
Requirements:ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES
- Create projects and delegate tasks to meet requirements for projects received/assigned that are typically multiple department initiatives and align to the overall IT strategic plan
- Provide technical project support for Digital Transformation Team initiatives
- Create, execute, and communicate project timeframes by establishing deadlines and budgeting estimates with collaborators and stakeholders
- Manage internal project lists to ensure deliverables are clear, prioritized and are achieved
- Ensure each project is delivered in compliance with our SSAE18 requirements and aligned with our best practices for IT security
- Assist in meeting Century’s mission to create the most responsive and customized logistics services available in the market by providing excellent customer service
- Stay up to date on all VMS® modules and new enhancements to provide cross functional insights and training
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
- 2- or 4-year degree in Computer Sciences, Supply Chain, Business Administration (or relevant area) or combination of experience/certification(s)
- 5+ years of IT Project Management
- Supply Chain/ Logistics industry experience
- Proficiency in SQL
- Proven history of time-management, leadership, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multi-task and comfortable working with ambiguity at times
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong problem-solving, collaboration and entrepreneurial instincts
- Commitment to continual acquisition of knowledge within IT at Century
ABOUT CENTURY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS, INC
Who We Are:
Century Distribution Systems, Inc. provides trusted global logistics and supply chain services to the world’s leading companies. We are the preferred choice for international third-party logistics, because we are the best at bringing together – synchronizing – all the different parts of a supply chain to ensure global efficiency. Our global team operates in every major shipping port, leveraging our proprietary software, VMS (Visibility Management System)®, as the central supply chain platform for each of our customers. For more information please visit our website at www.cds-net.com.
What We Do:
We Engineer, Enhance, and Evolve our customers’ supply chains through our unique mix of adaptable technology, human collaboration, and operational excellence. We do this through a unique combination of our people and physical services with our proprietary system, VMS (Visibility Management System)®, to deliver the most customer-focused solution in the marketplace.
How We Do It:
Accessible through the cloud and deployed across our global offices and facilities, VMS® brings together our customers, your vendors and providers, as well as our origin operations. Tailored to your supply chain needs and complete with integrated exception management, dashboard reporting, and analytics, you can take control of your supply chain and make informed, real-time decisions from any corner of the globe.
Century Distribution Systems, Inc. (“Century") is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
