Project Manager, Logistics Systems

Beumer Maschinenfabrik Gmbh & Co. Kg - Franklin Township, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Franklin Township, NJ

About the position

The Project Manager for Logistics Systems at BEUMER Group is a pivotal role that requires an experienced individual with a strong background in project management, particularly in the realm of warehouse automation projects. This position demands a blend of technical expertise and exceptional interpersonal skills, as the Project Manager will be the primary contact for customers, ensuring their needs are met while also aligning with the company's objectives. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing project strategies that meet performance, schedule, and profitability targets, while maintaining a customer-focused approach. As part of a multi-disciplinary project management team, the Project Manager will lead the execution of project scopes, coordinating with various stakeholders including internal teams and external partners. This role involves managing key project processes such as scope management, supply chain management, change management, and risk management. The Project Manager will also be tasked with tracking project progress, identifying trends, and mitigating potential cost overruns, all while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, a commitment to excellence, and the ability to foster a collaborative team environment. They will be expected to solve complex technical issues and manage specialized design teams across borders, ensuring that all project deliverables are met on time and within budget. This role is not only about managing projects but also about building and maintaining relationships with customers, consultants, suppliers, and trade partners to ensure the success of each project.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a project strategy that meets the project's required performance, schedule and profitability targets.
• Maintain customer focus and support the development of solutions to meet customer needs and challenges.
• Serve as Global PM, responsible for execution of the project scope locally and with supporting Group Companies.
• Lead a multi-disciplined project team throughout the complete project life cycle.
• Develop and maintain detailed schedule and cost planning.
• Manage key project management processes such as Scope management, Supply chain management, Change management, Risk management, and Claim Management.
• Coordinate and develop scope and price for change order opportunities and negotiate acceptance with the customer.
• Serve as a proactive leader/problem solver addressing complex issues and situations as they arise.
• Solve complex technical issues and manage multi-discipline design teams during project execution.
• Support Procurement in creating and reviewing detailed technical specifications for sub-contract and supplier work packages.
• Identify and assess technical project risks, mitigate threats, and capitalize on opportunities with the PM team.
• Manage and enhance relationships with the Customer, Consultants, Suppliers and Trade.
• Track project progress, variances, and recovery; identify trends; mitigate potential cost overruns and provide accurate revenue forecasts.
• Ensure project health, safety and environmental standards meet or exceed legislated requirements and company policy.

Requirements

• University graduate in Engineering (mechanical, electrical, software, construction management, or similar technical field).
• PMP Certification is required or must obtain PMI/PMP Certification within one year of hire.
• Minimum 3 years 'hands-on' Project Management experience of increasing responsibility, leading teams in project delivery, minimum $5M with demonstrable positive results.
• Experience with a variety of project delivery methods (e.g., Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build).
• Able to travel to job sites, as required for position - up to 35%.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills along with demonstrable leadership capabilities.
• Essential skills include planning and budgeting, estimating, contract management, project administration, and decision-making / creative problem-solving skills.
• Strong, independent decision-making ability and a self-starter with a strong work ethic.

Nice-to-haves

• Warehouse automation, logistics systems, distribution center or construction management experience strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Generous medical & dental benefits for you AND your eligible dependents.
• 401k Retirement Plan with a generous match.
• Life Insurance is provided free for all employees.
• Generous amount of paid time off.
• Long-term disability coverage.