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 expectThe 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 reportsQuality: 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 optionsStakeholders: collaborate with key stakeholders including project team, client(s), partner(s)Core CompetenciesLeadership: provide direction, motivate team, resolve conflicts, foster excellence Communication: update stakeholders, listen actively, deliver clear written/verbal informationRisk Management: identify and manage potential risks to keep the project on trackProblem-Solving/Decision-Making: analyze situations, exercise judgment, implement solutionsAdaptability: adjust to changing conditions and unexpected situationsTechnical SkillsFinancial Management: create and manage budgets and control costsProject Planning: develop plans, define requirements, and create schedulesQuality Management: ensure that the project outputs meet the required quality standardsTechnical Proficiency: understand and apply project management terms, concepts, and toolsProcess Improvement: utilize and implement tools such as root cause analysis, process mappingInterpersonal and organizational skillsNegotiation: effectively negotiate with team members, clients, suppliers, and other collaboratorsOrganization: maintain efficient work processes and keep detailed project recordsStakeholder Management: manage the expectations of key project stakeholdersSkills & ExperienceMinimum: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Supply Chain, Business or related degreeAlternatively, Longbow will accept a bachelor’s degree and 10 years of progressive work experienceProven experience working as a Program Manager or similar capacityKnowledgeable in project management and PMBOK and SBOK methodologiesAbility to work independently as well as in a teamAbility to multi-task, prioritize and coordinate tasks to meet internal and client deadlinesComfortable building cross-functional relationshipsEffective oral and written communication skillsWilling and able to travel up to 20% if requiredAdhere to all Longbow Policies and ProceduresPreferred: Experience with supply chain applications such as WMS, TMS, DP, SP, S&OP, InventoryPreferred: active PMP®, active SMC® or MBA or Masters in Supply ChainWhy Join Longbow?Supportive work environmentWork/life balanceCompetitive Salary4-weeks of paid vacation6 paid sick days, 2 paid personal days per yearExcellent health and dental benefits, eligible as of your first day!Group RRSP/401k MatchingWork from HomeLongbow 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.
