WM

Area Project Manager, Supply Chain

WM

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Minneapolis • Minnesota • United States

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PMP

About the role

  • Assist in managing strategic supply chain projects, driving operational excellence and continuous improvement across assigned spend categories.
  • Demonstrate a hands-on approach in leading supply chain projects from initiation through completion, including project planning, resource allocation, timeline management, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Help mitigate project risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Facilitate area Requests for Proposal (RFPs), manage project budgets, and drive cost reduction initiatives.
  • Assist in building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal customers to support project goals and foster collaboration.
  • Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain projects and supplier performance.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree (accredited) in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field; or High School Diploma/GED (accredited) and four (4) years of relevant work experience.
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience in supply chain project management, procurement, or related roles.
  • Project management certification (e.g., PMP, Lean Six Sigma) or CASCPM desirable.
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite.
  • Demonstratable interpersonal and communication skills
  • General knowledge of project management, financial analysis, and purchasing.
  • Solid analytical and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Experience with strategic sourcing, supplier development, and performance measurement.
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Company match on 401K
  • Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
supply chain project managementprocurementfinancial analysisstrategic sourcingsupplier developmentperformance measurementproject planningresource allocationtimeline managementcost reduction
Soft skills
interpersonal skillscommunication skillsanalytical skillsorganizational skillsstakeholder engagementrisk mitigationcollaborationadaptabilitymulti-project managementcontinuous improvement
Certifications
PMPLean Six SigmaCASCPM