Senior Program Manager
Longbow Advantage is a leading end-to-end warehousing strategy company that leverages real-time data to manage people, processes, and warehouses through The Rebus® Platform, and WMS consulting services purpose-built to expand and enhance warehouse technologies. We take a holistic approach to warehousing strategy and understand that technology is only one piece in the solution process. Our warehouse experts work with customers to understand challenges and goals, develop a recommendation that’s aligned to the customer’s business objectives, and deliver value. What to expect The ideal Senior Program Manager (SPM) candidate will support delivery of multiple Warehouse Management System projects for clients. SPM will utilize traditional knowledge areas including scope, schedule, cost, quality, resources, communications, risk, and stakeholder management. Internally, SPM will work regularly with Finance, IT, HR, Delivery, Services Leadership, and other departments and individuals as needed. Externally, SPM will work closely with one or more clients, software partners (currently Blue Yonder, Infor, and Softeon), possibly consulting partners and 3rd party resourcing companies. The position will contribute to the ongoing development of the PMO including best practices and initiatives including AI in project management. There is a strong emphasis on continuous self-development in addition to team development. When you join our team, you will manage … Scope: ensure scope aligns with SOW and/or MPSW; support new business with client(s) Schedule: manage project(s) so these remain on track with committed timeline Cost: ongoing analysis and reporting on project budget vs actual; prepare forecasts and reports Quality: evaluate projects, develop templates and SOPs, recommend/implement enhancements Resources: onboard and off board; coach and train Consulting resources; mentor assigned resources Communications: lead assigned meetings, prepare minutes, provide updates; use KPIs Risk: identify and communicate project risks and impacts; propose risk response options Stakeholders: collaborate with key stakeholders including project team, client(s), partner(s) Core Competencies Leadership: provide direction, motivate team, resolve conflicts, foster excellence Communication: update stakeholders, listen actively, deliver clear written/verbal information Risk Management: identify and manage potential risks to keep the project on track Problem-Solving/Decision-Making: analyze situations, exercise judgment, implement solutions Adaptability: adjust to changing conditions and unexpected situations Technical SkillsFinancial Management: create and manage budgets and control costs Project Planning: develop plans, define requirements, and create schedules Quality Management: ensure that the project outputs meet the required quality standards Technical Proficiency: understand and apply project management terms, concepts, and tools Process Improvement: utilize and implement tools such as root cause analysis, process mapping Interpersonal and organizational skills Negotiation: effectively negotiate with team members, clients, suppliers, and other collaborators Organization: maintain efficient work processes and keep detailed project records Stakeholder Management: manage the expectations of key project stakeholders Skills & ExperienceMinimum: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Supply Chain, Business or related degree Alternatively, Longbow will accept a bachelor’s degree and 10 years of progressive work experience Proven experience working as a Program Manager or similar capacity Knowledgeable in project management and PMBOK and SBOK methodologies Ability to work independently as well as in a team Ability to multi-task, prioritize and coordinate tasks to meet internal and client deadlines Comfortable building cross-functional relationships Effective oral and written communication skills Willing and able to travel up to 20% if required Adhere to all Longbow Policies and Procedures Preferred: Experience with supply chain applications such as WMS, TMS, DP, SP, S&OP, Inventory Preferred: active PMP®, active SMC® or MBA or Masters in Supply Chain Why Join Longbow?Supportive work environment Work/life balance Competitive Salary 4-weeks of paid vacation 6 paid sick days, 2 paid personal days per year Excellent health and dental benefits, eligible as of your first day! Group RRSP/401k Matching Work from Home Longbow Advantage is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We cannot assist with relocation or work permit applications for this role. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Apply To This Job