Software Project Manager V

The Software Project Manager V provides support and technical expertise to the Daifuku Intralogistics Project Management team. This role is responsible for executing projects as Software Project Manager of Warehouse Controls Systems (WCS) and Warehouse Execution Systems (WES). The Software Project Manager utilizes a matrix organization by following the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

What You Will Do

The Software Project Manager V will plan, execute, and complete material handling equipment projects involving software through the software development life cycle. This role will act as the main point of contact for external customers to plan and manage implementation project tasks.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of related experience, knowledge of materials handling, WMS, WCS, WES, order fulfillment, distribution center operations, and supply chain logistics emphasis software offerings. The candidate will also have experience in the material handling industry, warehouse distribution, and warehouse automation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 4-7 years of related experience
• Experience in the material handling industry, warehouse distribution, and warehouse automation
• Knowledge of materials handling, WMS, WCS, WES, order fulfillment, distribution center operations, and supply chain logistics emphasis software offerings
• Ability to understand and explain the database, server, and network requirements that support the warehouse functions
• Knowledge of automation projects involving machines, robotics, controls, and software
• Understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle
• Ability to plan high level milestone schedule related to software
• Ability to plan a detailed milestone schedule related to software
• Ability to report progress, risk, delays, and any mitigation plans during the execution of the project.
• Knowledge of Team Foundation Server and SharePoint version control system
• Utilized a task-driven system like Jira or Work Items
• Knowledge of business practices and project management
• Ability to manage autonomously customer relationship and expectations during the development and the implementation lifecycle.
• Ability to handle multiple project assignments and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment while paying attention to detail and deadlines
• Ability to report on project status and financials for individual projects as well as the department software portfolio.
• Ability to work weekends and evenings as required, particularly during project go-live events
• Ability to learn new technologies
• Strong organization and collaborative skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and listening skills
• Ability to prepare and present to Client and/or company stakeholders vital information with minimal support and guidance
• Technically savvy for tools required to perform at a high level with consistent results
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team as well independently
• Power to lead internal team efforts to ensure that deadlines are met consistently
• May assume a team lead role for a workgroup (project)
• Must be self-motivated and driven
• Ability to multitask
• Must be adept to handling pressure and working under stress
• Proven success in a customer-facing role
• Ability to assess deliverables to ensure they correctly meet outlined design, content, and functionality requirements
• Solid interpersonal skills with a strong sense of responsibility and personal initiative
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Microsoft Word, Visio (plus), and Excel, with Microsoft Project skills and general knowledge of all other Microsoft Office applications

Benefits

• Travel up to 30%
• Ability to work weekends and evenings as required, particularly during project go-live events
• Ability to learn new technologies
• Strong organization and collaborative skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and listening skills
• Ability to prepare and present to Client and/or company stakeholders vital information with minimal support and guidance
• Technically savvy for tools required to perform at a high level with consistent results
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team as well independently
• Power to lead internal team efforts to ensure that deadlines are met consistently
• May assume a team lead role for a workgroup (project)
• Must be self-motivated and driven
• Ability to multitask
• Must be adept to handling pressure and working under stress
• Proven success in a customer-facing role
• Ability to assess deliverables to ensure they correctly meet outlined design, content, and functionality requirements
• Solid interpersonal skills with a strong sense of responsibility and personal initiative
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Microsoft Word, Visio (plus), and Excel, with Microsoft Project skills and general knowledge of all other Microsoft Office applications