Director of Project Management (Remote)

Company: Ryder System
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: September 17, 2021

Job Description:

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SUMMARY

This position is responsible for driving all aspects of Project Portfolio Planning for multiple business projects and initiatives within the FMS Rental organization.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Responsible for leading, managing and coordinating multiple projects for FMS operations

Conduct Project Portfolio Modeling and Analysis

Review and analyze all proposed relative to the organization's strategic direction

Prioritize projects based on "Mandatory", "Essential" and "Optimum" Project Portfolio benefit to the organization

Conduct scenario planning and analysis to justify the selection and relative risks involved

Verify that all projects add value to the organization

Demonstrate that the projects and timing in the portfolio are conducted within the capacity of the organization

Ensure stakeholder engagement and responsibility is assigned for securing actualization of intended benefits

Develop strategies to ensure long term success of Telematics initiatives

Ensure corporate systems are in place to capture true cost/benefit comparisons project by project. Report actual benefits relative to intended benefits over the longer term

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Regularly report status and make recommendations to senior management

Chair the Project Portfolio Governance meeting

Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree BS in Business or Engineering or equivalent work experience.

EXPERIENCE

Ten (10) years or more experience 8-12 progressive years Project Management experience

SKILLS

Effective leadership skills.

. Strategic Planning and Analysis skills

. Group motivation and discipline skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

. Strong financial, business and computer skills

Effective interpersonal skills.

. able to manage support personnel in a matrix environment

Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors).

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment.

Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills.

Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices

KNOWLEDGE

Excellent computer skills; advanced level.

LICENSES

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification (Upon Hire, preferred).

TRAVEL

Job Category: Project Management

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Requisition ID: R34055

Job Type: Full time

Ryder operates behind the scenes, managing critical fleet, transportation and supply chain functions for over 50,000 customers, many of which make the products that consumers use every day. When you choose Ryder, you get access to industry-leading technology, one of North America’s largest fleet of trucks, an expansive infrastructure of maintenance facilities and warehouses, and some of the most talented people in the industry.

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