3PL Business Implementation Manager | Orchard Hills NSW

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Present in 170 countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,300 sites, we are well on our way to achieving our vision: to be a Top 5 global 3PL. We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport.

YOUR ROLE

Reporting to the Start-Up Manager, and based from our offices in Orchard Hills (hybrid working), we’re seeking a new Project Manager to be accountable for the successful delivery of new business implementations, existing business transformation projects and other strategic projects which may arise across the whole of business.

The role is responsible for comprehensive planning to deliver project scope, actions, risks, timeline, budget, and resource to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of outcomes which meet the expectations of both CEVA and the customer.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Specifically, you will:
 

• Project manage new warehouse / site builds and onboard new business / sites to CEVA, primarily in our Contract Logistics division, but also at times in Ground Transport and Vehicle Logistics
• Work closely with procurement, operations, business process excellence, IT and suppliers to finalise site layouts and office fitouts, execution of business / warehouse processes, system / IT integrations, and more
• Develop project controls to track and report status and progress vs plan while adjusting project plan and resource allocation to meet business needs throughout the project
• Engage and effectively manage customer relations and expectations of all stakeholders (internal and external) while resolving issues and escalations
• Manage project implementation budget in line with approved CAPEX
• Ensure that projects are formally closed and, where appropriate, subsequently reviewed and conduct Post Implementation Reviews (PIR) for implemented projects.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? 

Our ideal candidate has a tertiary qualification in logistics / supply chain, project management, project / supply chain engineering, or similar coupled with experience related project management experience OR significant operations management experience (in a storage / handling setting).

You should also have:
 

• Working knowledge of accepted project management methodologies / practices (CEVA’s is based on Prince2)
• Sound understanding of project risk identification, documentation and mitigation
• Effective financial, analytical, critical reasoning, verbal and written communication skills
• Competent with Microsoft Project and/or Excel; agile in working with new systems / technologies
• Strong customer service and relationship management skills.

In addition to providing proof of work rights and suitable professional referees, progressed candidates will be required to undergo a medical assessment and national police check.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER? 

In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment and competitive compensation, we are proud to offer a range of employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing, and help you thrive at work and in life.
 

• Personal wellbeing: prioritise your health and wellbeing through the CEVAwell program, Employee Assistance Program, Volunteer Time Off, and Life & Total Permanent Disability Insurance.
• Work-life balance: benefit from flexible, hybrid, and remote work options, along with additional paid parental leave for primary carers.
• Professional development: your growth is essential to us. Unlock your potential through secondment and internal mobility opportunities, study assistance, leadership and mentoring programs, the CMA CGM Learning Academy, early career pathways and more.
• Financial wellbeing: We care about your financial security. Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts from our partners, novated leasing, annual safety workwear reimbursement, employee referral incentives, service recognition and short-term incentive plans.
   

CEVA Logistics' Diversity Statement:

As a global organisation, diversity is critical to our business success; only when we can reflect the cultures, languages, attitudes, and local knowledge of our customers, can we succeed. By employing people with different experiences and abilities, we expand our knowledge and increase our creativity and innovation. CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal employment opportunity workplace. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants, who will receive consideration for employment without regard to indigenous status, race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other characteristic.