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Lead Project Manager(Transportation)

minneapolis, mn • Posted 6 days ago
Hybrid Contract Management & Operations

Account Manager | US Requirement I Talent Acquisition | Building High-Impact Teams

Location: Minnesota, Minneapolis

Rate: $70/hr on c2c

Client: CHS

Job Mode: Hybrid

Duration: Contract

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of technology implementation projects in the Transportation and Supply Chain domain.
  • Develop and manage detailed project plans using hybrid methodologies, tracking progress, scope, and budget.
  • Coordinate multiple product teams and project streams to ensure delivery alignment across business units.
  • Partner with internal and external stakeholders to manage timelines, risks, and dependencies.
  • Prepare and deliver clear, concise project briefings and status updates to senior leadership.
  • Drive issue resolution and remove obstacles that could impact schedule or quality.
  • Track and report on key project metrics including schedule, budget, and resource utilization.
  • Support continuous improvement by evaluating delivery methodology and identifying areas for optimization.
  • Mentor and coach junior project managers or coordinators.

Required Qualifications

  • Proven record leading at least two (2) large-scale technology implementations within Supply Chain, S&OP, or Transportation systems with a minimum team size of 10+ and budgets exceeding $2M.
  • 10+ years of experience in professional services consulting and/or IT program or project management.
  • Strong background in managing projects within matrixed organizations and coordinating multiple product teams.
  • Experience developing and maintaining project dashboards, financial tracking, and performance metrics.
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience managing third-party vendors and hybrid delivery teams (full-time and contract).
  • Strong understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure, ERP systems, and information security.
  • Skilled in Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps, or SAP Focused Build.
  • Ability to influence without direct authority and navigate ambiguity with composure.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Top Qualities for Success

Proven experience leading Transportation or Supply Chain technology implementations.

Skilled in executive-level briefings and clear communication of project status and timelines.

Confident working across multiple product teams in a complex, fast-paced environment.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: Information Services

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