Advisor-Project Management

FedEx Freight•Memphis, TN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform an advanced level of duties for the department including; project management, research, statistical analysis, budgeting, advanced reporting and also the design and marketing of projects/programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent plus five (5) years related project management, or analytical experience
Strong knowledge of project management techniques and processes
Strong presentation skills required to communicate strategies and solutions
Excellent critical thinking, advanced analytical and problem solving skills
Solid time management, organizational and interpersonal skills
Experience and ability to use Microsoft Office Software, including but not limited to; Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to organize concepts or ideas in a logical manner and communicate them clearly and concisely across all levels of the organization
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Must be able to travel

Responsibilities

Lead multiple programs or projects to ensure all components including computer systems, policies, processes and opportunities, etc. are identified, assigned, completed and implemented
Ensure adherence to budget, schedule and scope
Manage a comprehensive and efficient process to establish priorities and milestones for assigned programs/projects by conducting priority setting sessions and informing all parties of established priorities
Participate on committees and task forces to ensure company and cross operating company needs are considered and to provide information regarding proposed projects involving department
Provide troubleshooting support to operations and other functions related to projects assigned
Design, develop and deploy solutions in collaboration with subject matter experts and project teams
Analyze organizational, functional, team and/or project needs to provide recommendations including return on investment and cost-benefit analysis leading to successful strategies and execution plans
Responsible for preparation of formal management reports, status updates and presentations on projects
Gather data using work sampling, operating systems, observation; analyze data to develop recommendations to achieve maximum service objectives
Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
Perform other duties as required