Senior Project Manager Transportation
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Job Location:
Pittsburgh, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Senior Project Manager Transportation
Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial Supply Chain
Location: On-site or hybrid (Pittsburgh PA area or select U.S. plant locations)
Employment Type: Full-time
Recruiting Partner: Northwest Talent Solutions (NWTS)
Client: Confidential
About the Opportunity
Northwest Talent Solutions (NWTS) is recruiting on behalf of a large U.S.-based manufacturing organization seeking a Senior Project Manager Transportation to join its Corporate Transportation Procurement function.
This role is responsible for program management of strategic transportation initiatives and hands-on leadership of high-visibility projects focused on cost optimization service performance compliance and process improvement. The position interfaces with a broad stakeholder base across operations supply chain finance logistics and external partners.
This opportunity is well-suited for a motivated transportation or supply chain professional who enjoys leading complex initiatives driving measurable business impact and operating in a regulated performance-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Program Management
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Oversee multiple strategic transportation programs simultaneously ensuring alignment with business objectives
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Develop program plans timelines milestones and resource allocation strategies
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Track progress and performance providing clear updates and insights to stakeholders
Project Management
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Lead transportation projects from initiation through execution and close-out
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Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope
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Identify assess and mitigate risks impacting project success
Strategic Planning & Optimization
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Partner with leadership to develop and execute transportation strategies
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Analyze logistics and transportation processes to identify efficiency and cost-saving opportunities
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Implement best practices and innovative solutions to improve service levels and transparency
Stakeholder Engagement
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Collaborate with internal teams including logistics planning supply chain finance marketing and operations
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Maintain productive relationships with carriers and external service providers
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
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Prepare and present reports on KPIs performance metrics and project outcomes
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Maintain comprehensive documentation of program and project activities
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Stay current on transportation and logistics trends and apply continuous improvement methodologies
Required Qualifications
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Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Logistics Business Administration or a related field
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Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation logistics or supply chain roles
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Proven experience leading complex transportation or logistics projects
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Strong program and project management capabilities
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Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
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Ability to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future
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Ability to work in environments subject to export control regulations (EAR/ITAR)
Preferred Qualifications
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PMP certification
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Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
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Knowledge of SAP BluJay TMS or similar platforms
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Exposure to Lean / Six Sigma methodologies
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Strong financial acumen and comfort working with cost models and KPIs
Work Environment & Travel
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Role may be based at corporate headquarters or select manufacturing locations
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Occasional travel may be required
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Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates
Compensation & Benefits
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Competitive base salary (market-aligned; dependent on experience and location)
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Bonus eligibility
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Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare retirement plans and paid time off
Additional Information
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This search is confidential; client details will be shared later in the interview process
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Visa sponsorship is not available
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Equal Opportunity Employer; applicants are considered without regard to legally protected characteristics
How to Apply
Apply through Northwest Talent Solutions (NWTS). NWTS conducts a disciplined compliance-aligned screening process and submits only fully qualified candidates.
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- PMBOK
- Waterfall
- Wastewater
- Construction Management
- Project Management
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- Contracts
