See yourself at Odyssey.
Join the team as our new Senior Technology Project Manager!
Who We Are & Why We’re Hiring
Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation (Odyssey) is a global logistics provider. Our adaptive approach to solving modern logistics challenges differentiates us in the markets we serve. Odyssey Logistics & Technology’s specialized multimodal expertise is the strategic foundation that provides clients with a full-service offering across our four operating divisions including intermodal, freight forwarding, transport & warehousing, and managed services.
Odyssey’s multimodal services offer cost-effective, end-to-end freight solutions equipped to deliver on evolving customer requirements. Combined, Odyssey delivers innovative, high-value logistics services & technology solutions to support diverse customer requirements. In addition to being certified by the American Chemistry Council as a Responsible Care® partner company we consistently exceed customer expectations by integrating analytics, carrier relationships, specialized assets, sustainability strategies and deep international expertise. Our unique approach ensures that customer shipments keep moving at full speed, even in the face of ever-changing market headwinds.
Odyssey is on a journey to constantly innovate logistics. We’re actively recruiting for this key, high profile role in the company because we have experienced tremendous growth and would love for you to join us!
Visit us at: www.OdysseyLogistics.com/careers
About the Job:
The Senior Technology Project Manager role will be responsible for leading larger programs encompassing complex cross organizational global initiatives while exhibiting a complete understanding of the industry standards and processes. The Senior Project Manager thinks like a businessperson and has a solid Entrepreneurial skillset. Additionally, the role will understand the corporate and department strategies for the Technology Group, PMO and Business areas to enable delivery of projects and programs that are aligned with the company’s strategic objectives. This role will be expected to work with little oversight, managing ambiguity, and collaborating with the Technology Leadership team on a frequent basis.
In This Role, You Will:
- Work closely with senior leadership to plan, manage, and execute Technology projects of various levels of scope and complexity.
- Partner closely with third party vendors, as well as Odyssey development teams, to set realistic and cost-efficient expectations.
- Facilitate project communications, including project steering committee meetings and status reports.
- Manage project risks and issues and implement mitigation plans and ensure that project goals are accomplished and in line with business objectives.
- Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel, including 3rd party vendors, to ensure the project delivers on schedule and within budget.
- Work directly with IT Leadership to develop business cases related specifically to Innovation based initiatives.
- Manages the tracking of benefit expectation and recognition as related to Innovation based initiatives.
Qualifications
We recognize not all applicants have every skill or qualification to match a job description exactly. Odyssey values diverse experiences in other industries, and we encourage everyone who meets the most required qualifications to apply. While having “desired” qualifications make for a strong candidate, we encourage applicants with alternative experiences to also apply. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table!
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, technology, engineering, or a relevant field, or equivalent certifications and work experience 5+ years of experience leading traditional projects implementing complex technical solutions.
- 5+ years of experience working within a hybrid Agile software delivery environment.
- 5+ years of experience leading cross-functional and dispersed project teams
- 3+ years of experience forecasting and tracking project financials.
- 3+ years of experience communicating with business and technology executive leadership.
- Strong strategic decision making & forward-thinking planning abilities to manage resources and deliverables. Broad knowledge of project management techniques, processes, methods, and best practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead teams and escalate challenges.
- Experience in the supply chain industry a plus
Location: This is an in-office role based in Charlotte, NC
We offer a generous compensation and benefits package including:
- Choice of medical plans with FSA, HRA and HSA options
- Company-paid dental and life/disability Plans
- 401K with company match
- Preferred vendor discounts
- Competitive Paid Time Off
No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
Odyssey is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.
