Project Manager, Automation

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Job Summary

The Project Manager leads or supports integrated automated material handling projects across North America. Oversees administrative, contractual, technical, and financial components to ensure alignment with organizational goals, performance specifications, project schedules and budgets. Manages cross-functional teams and subcontractors, while being accountable for delivery outcomes, risk mitigation, budget performance, and jobsite safety.

Your role in our team

• Work independently under the direction of the Senior Program Manager to manage assigned projects across the full lifecycle, including scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, and stakeholder communications.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional project teams and subcontractors, establishing priorities, resolving conflicts, and fostering collaboration across departments.
• Ensure system designs align with contractual and technical requirements by coordinating closely with cross-functional teams.
• Develop, maintain, and control the project master schedule to ensure timely project execution and completion.
• Monitor project performance and provide regular progress reports (daily, weekly, or monthly) to stakeholders as required.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and project participants, maintaining clear and consistent communication.
• Maintain responsibility for the project budget and financial performance, ensuring delivery within or below financial targets while managing risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage contract changes and required approvals, identify opportunities for process improvement, provide leadership and guidance to project teams, and perform other duties as assigned.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, or a related technical field; equivalent industry experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience with increasing responsibility and complexity in automation, parcel, warehouse, or related industries; willingness to travel up to 50% as required.
• Proficiency in project scheduling tools and ERP/project management systems, with strong project planning and execution capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and multiple projects simultaneously, including large-scale projects (>$10M) or several small to mid-sized projects (>$1M).
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and managing vendors to support successful project delivery.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and produce clear, concise documentation and status reports.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills with attention to detail, including prioritizing tasks, tracking deliverables, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring quality outcomes.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders in complex environments; experience working with cross-functional or international teams preferred.

Work authorization

Eligible applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Your Benefits

• Flexible work environment supporting work-life balance, with paid time off for parental leave and 22+ days off for personal time and holidays.
• Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with FSA or HSA options, and a 401(k) plan with a company match up to six percent.
• Several company-paid benefits, including vision insurance, short and long-term disability and basic life insurance plans, and educational and employee assistance programs.

Your working environment at Körber

Körber is pioneering cutting-edge sorting technology and solutions that shape the future of mail and parcel automation across Europe, North America and Asia. Set new industry standards and champion customer-centric services and solutions with our dynamic Parcel Logistics team based in Irving, Texas, USA. This full-time, exempt role offers a hybrid work setting. Preferred location is DFW, remote work setting is an option.

Key skills/competency

Project Management, Automation, Material Handling, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Budget Management, Risk Mitigation, Stakeholder Communication, Contract Management, Project Scheduling, Vendor Management