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Senior Project Manager
This is NewCold
NewCold is service provider in cold chain logistics with a focus on the development and operation of large, highly automated cold stores. NewCold strives to be crucial in the cold chain of leading food companies, by offering advanced logistic services worldwide. We use latest technology that empowers our people, to handle food responsibly and guarantee food safety in a sustainable way. We challenge the industry, believe in long-term partnerships, and deliver solid investment opportunities that enable next generation logistic solutions.
NewCold is one of the fastest growing companies in cold chain logistics. We are expanding our teams to support this growth. More information on NewCold can be found on www.newcold.com and our social media.
About the vacancy:
The Senior Project Manager will lead and oversee the successful delivery of complex and strategic projects that are vital to the organization's innovation and growth objectives. This role is pivotal in managing key initiatives, including but not limited to, mixing automation and Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) proof of concept projects.
The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for:
- Strategic Planning and Execution: Developing comprehensive project plans, setting milestones, and ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic goals.
- Resource Management: Efficiently allocating and managing resources, ensuring that projects are adequately staffed and equipped to meet objectives.
- Risk Management: Identifying potential risks and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
- Stakeholder Communication: Acting as the primary point of contact for all project-related communications, ensuring clear and consistent updates to stakeholders.
- Performance Monitoring: Tracking project progress, performance metrics, and delivering projects on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Driving innovative solutions and continuous improvements to project management processes and methodologies.
Who are we looking for?
You have:
- A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in project management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex and large-scale projects from inception to completion.
- Experience in leading innovative projects, particularly in areas such as automation and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR).
- Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent is highly desirable.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
- Demonstrated experience in resource allocation, team building, and conflict resolution.
- Strong ability to develop and implement strategic project plans aligned with organizational goals.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Proficient in communicating complex project details to stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong negotiation skills and the ability to influence and drive consensus.
- Experience in identifying project risks and implementing effective mitigation strategies.
- Ability to anticipate potential issues and proactively develop solutions.
- Expertise in using project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira).
- Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or other project management methodologies.
- Strong understanding of budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis related to project management.
- Speaking/writing fluent in the English, any other European language is a plus
Are you up for the job?
If you are interested in this vacancy and would like to apply, please make sure that you leave your CV in English. Suitable candidates will be invited for a first interview with our Managing Director in Italy, a second interview will follow with a wider group of NewCold team members.
Why would you want to work for NewCold?
With the prospect of many new construction projects all over the world in the very near future, NewCold offers the opportunity to join a young but powerful company in the field of logistic services. We have the ambition and the potential to rapidly become the market leader in the field of modern and automated cold storage with additional supply chain services such as transport and distribution. Although our proposition comprises an attractive benefits and compensation package, the (international) scope and impact of the position may appeal to you even more.
Can we welcome you on board as our new Senior Project Manager and help continue our successful growth?