ABOUT BARRETT DISTRIBUTION:
Since 1941, Barrett Distribution has provided customized third-party logistics, omni-channel distribution, and direct-to-consumer fulfillment services for customers in a variety of industries. Our growing company is home to over 1400 employees throughout the United States, with key logistics centers in Greater Boston, New Jersey, New York, Baltimore, Memphis, Dallas, and California.

At Barrett, we truly value our employees and culture, and realize that the way to attract and retain the very best workforce is by providing competitive compensation, excellent benefits and a gain-share program that every employee participates in.

If you’re skilled at what you do, thrive in collaborative, team-first environments, and are looking for a home in a company that promotes from within and invests in its employees, Barrett Distribution is the place for you!

SUMMARY
The Operation Project Manager III, reporting to the Manager, Project Management, is responsible for organizing and driving complex operational projects such as new warehouse stand-ups, sophisticated automation implementations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The compensation range for this position is $90-$115K, depending on experience.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Consistently applies Barrett’s core values of Always Better, Utmost Integrity, Dedication to the Customer, I am an Owner, and Open and Honest relationships in all interactions and decision making. Is responsible in knowing and acting in accordance with Barrett’s vision to WOW our customers, partners, and fellow employees with every interaction.

• Leads high-profile and complex operations projects comprised of multi-disciplinary teams.
• Applies industry-standard project management best practices when creating artifacts such as project plans, budget tracking, schedules, meeting notes, risk registries, and status reports.
• Presents project status, risks, and issues during executive level steering committee meetings.
• Carefully manages project scope by leveraging change management processes to capture and report on change requests
• Energizes project teams around a shared goal, encouraging new ways of working and innovative solutions to challenging problems
• Balances detailed task management with strategic thinking so as not to lose sight of the business outcome in a fast-paced environment.
• Adept at managing multiple projects at once and communicating status, technical information, and issues to a variety of audiences in a manner that establishes rapport and builds consensus
• Mentors other project managers and those that may be interested in a career in project management through ad hoc coaching and more formalized outreach activities.
• Leads and contributes to internal PMO process improvement initiatives.
• Complies with PMO standards and policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Ability to travel up to 25%

EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s Degree in the field of business administration or similar field required. May substitute 8+ years of directly related experience in lieu of degree.
PMP or similar certification highly desired
Lean Six Sigma certification highly desired

EXPERIENCE:
Seven (7) to ten (10) years project management experience, including task identification, estimating/budgeting, resource planning, risk assessment, expectation management, scope, and issue management.
Demonstrated knowledge, understanding, and experience leading warehouse/3PL projects, specifically around using technology to transform operations, new facility stand-ups, Lean Six Sigma process improvements initiatives, and/or new customer onboarding projects.
Comprehensive knowledge and applied understanding of project management principles, practices, tools, and methodologies.
Experience working with a Project Management Office (PMO), using program and project processes and methodologies across multiple levels of the organization preferred.
Strong command of MS Office toolset (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Familiarity with project management systems, experience with Clarizen preferred.
Advanced interpersonal, facilitation, and leadership skills.
Possesses a high degree of technical savvy, with a keen ability to learn new technology quickly and easily.
Strategic and innovative mindset, with the desire to act quickly, think critically, challenge the status quo, create innovative solutions, and drive transformation.
Displays energy, enthusiasm, and an even temperament, particularly during stressful times.
Demonstrates flexibility and tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty.
Skilled in critical thinking; removing obstacles and driving results; using sound judgment and business acumen to accurately analyze information and make solid recommendations.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified.

Barrett Distribution Centers is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, retaliation, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, choice of health insurance, marital status, age, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.