Senior Project Manager, Data & AI

GXO Logistics, Inc.

Senior Project Manager leading IT and Data Platform initiatives with focus on cloud technologies and product-driven solutions at GXO Logistics.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeTexas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex IT projects with a focus on Data Platforms, utilizing Agile methodologies and strong project governance. Capable of building relationships with stakeholders and leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

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Project ManagementData Platform ExpertiseAgile MethodologiesStakeholder EngagementRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Project Scope DefinitionBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementRisk AssessmentData Lake ArchitectureCloud TransformationVendor ManagementPerformance Metrics TrackingProduct ManagementGovernance Standards

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationCollaborationInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

SnowflakeGoogle Cloud Platform (GCP)Amazon Web Services (AWS)Agile Project Management ToolsProject Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Project ManagementBusiness AdministrationInformation Technology

Industry Keywords

IT ProjectsData GovernanceProject DeliveryCross-Functional TeamsThird-Party Supplier Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudGoogle Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive project plans aligned with business and product objectives.
Define project scope, goals, deliverables, success criteria, and business outcomes in partnership with key stakeholders.
Lead end-to-end delivery of complex IT and Data Platform projects from planning and execution through governance, monitoring, and successful operational handoff.
Develop and manage integrated project plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans, forecasts, milestones, dependencies, and risk registers.
Partner with business stakeholders to balance requirements, priorities, costs, resources, and delivery trade-offs while identifying win-win solutions.
Ensure adherence to project governance standards, raising risks and issues to management and stakeholders as required.
Apply Agile methodologies to project delivery by coordinating sprints, iterations, and incremental product value delivery.
Deliver projects within agreed scope, quality, timeline, budget, and customer expectations.
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while developing contingency plans and maintaining comprehensive risk registers.
Manage project change requests, approvals, documentation, meeting minutes, and decision traceability in accordance with governance standards.
Oversee third-party supplier engagements, including contract negotiations, performance management, and accountability for contractual obligations.
Serve as the primary liaison between project teams, business stakeholders, technology teams, and external suppliers.
Prepare and deliver project status reports, executive updates, and presentations for governance and steering meetings.
Translate complex technical concepts into clear business language for executive and non-technical audiences.
Obtain formal customer acceptance of project deliverables and ensure successful project closure.
Track and maintain project performance metrics to support continuous improvement in delivery quality, demand management, and operational effectiveness.
Lead, organize, and motivate cross-functional matrix teams comprised of internal resources, application experts, and third-party suppliers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in project management, Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field
Proven experience delivering complex IT projects with a strong emphasis on Data Platforms, including Snowflake, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Amazon Web Services (AWS), or similar technologies
Demonstrated experience leading projects with a strong product management focus
Experience preparing, presenting, and obtaining approval for project business cases
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, resources, risks, dependencies, and supplier performance throughout the project lifecycle
Experience managing third-party suppliers, contracts, and vendor relationships
Ability to build strong relationships with end users, senior stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
Ability to collaborate with stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and deliver system improvements
Strong understanding of project governance, risk management, and budget optimization
Excellent leadership, communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Executive-level communication skills with the ability to simplify technical concepts for business audiences
Ability to apply sound judgment and make informed decisions in fast-paced environments with limited information
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and make an immediate impact.
Strong understanding of data lake architecture, data governance, and modern product development principles (if you also have)
Experience working within Agile delivery environments and applying Agile project management methodologies (if you also have)
Experience leading enterprise cloud transformation or modern data platform initiatives (if you also have)
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to drive organizational improvements (if you also have)
Ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders across complex organizations (if you also have)
Experience leading matrixed teams across multiple business functions and external partners (if you also have)

Benefits

Comp & perks

full health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
401(k)
life insurance
disability
opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan