Project Manager

PROJECT MANAGER

Reporting to - Transformation Manager

Commercial, Operations and Sustainability

My client, one of the largest air freight logistics organisations are looking to rebuild and reshape to fine line and deliver more quality to the large organisations they work with, are looking for several Project Managers. The projects are based at Heathrow but am willing to look at Project managers from Midlands to South Coast and Wales.

Although you will need to travel to Heathrow at least once a week, travel and accommodation if needed will be expensed

THE ROLE

The business has defined a strategic direction for the next several years and is undertaking step changes to achieve the strategy.

DUTIES

• Lead projects related to Cargo strategy and business objectives from end to end in accordance with the Project Delivery Lifecycle
• Co-ordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for flawless execution of projects
• Facilitate delivery through a culture of continuous improvement
• Responsible for successful project initiation, including business case approval, planning and delivery in line with internal control and financial guidelines
• Manage project costs that ensure the profitability of the business is maximised
• Ensure open communications with a constant feedback loop at all levels
• Relationship and supplier management with external suppliers and key stakeholders during the project lifecycle
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation

KEY STAKEHOLDERS

• External - IT Suppliers, Local Authorities, Planning, Customs, and regulatory bodies
• Internal: - Departments within Group operating companies

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Proven Project Management experience and related disciplines
• Proven change management experience
• Business oriented, focussing on benefits to the business
• Passion for continuous improvement evidenced by examples
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Ability to identify key milestones and agree objectives
• Able to hold people accountable for delivery

Qualifications

• Essential - Degree level, equivalent or relevant experience
• Desirable - Accredited Project Management training is highly regarded e.g. Prince2, PMP
• Desirable - Accredited process analysis or change management skills highly regarded

Experience

Essential

• Proven project management/change management experience
• Helping the business define the business benefits
• Initiating & mobilising the change project
• Benefits review
• Budget management of €500k - €2m+
• Experience in process analysis
• Proven track record of successful delivery of projects to cost, quality and time constraints to achieve full business benefit
• Solid stakeholder management, including senior management, warehouse staff, and external supplier management
• Desktop tools including Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, etc

Desirable

• Air Freight Industry experience would be well regarded

The recruiter has stated that all applicants for this job should be able to prove they are legally entitled to work in the UK. Carbon60 is a trading name of Carbon60 Limited an Employment Business/Agency.