Software Project Manager II

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience
• •Requires 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
• •Knowledge of complex warehousing functions includes but not limited to Receiving, Order Fulfillment, Shipping, Picking, Replenishment, Buffering, Order Management, and Inventory
• •Ability to understand and explain the database, server, and network requirements that support the warehouse functions
• •Have led in the project management of several small-size, medium-size, and large-size automation projects
• •Knowledge of automation projects involving machines, robotics, controls, and software
• •Understands concepts of automated storage and retrieval system, conveyor systems, and communication with the PLC Layer
• •Knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle
• •Define, Design, Development, QA, Implementation, UAT, Training, Turnover to Support
• •Agile or Waterfall Methodology
• •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
• •Project Scheduling based on durations and resource availability
• •Negotiate with the customer and prioritize expected software deliverables
• •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 multi-task
• •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
• •Travel as required up to 30%
• •Travel is usually required during Definition, Conference Room Pilot, User Acceptance Testing, and Go Live