Materials Project Manager – Global Logistics (Atlanta, Georgia)
The Atlanta Project Manager of Global Distribution will be entrusted to continue success in maintaining and building our strategic relationship with our domestic 3PL provider(s). You will interface as the organization’s primary onsite contact bridging between our corporate office and aligning our distribution network with priorities. The position will enable smooth collaboration across multiple organizations by establishing trust to achieve the best outcome. All traditional project manager skills are required to operate effectively in leading key processes and scaling as required. The position is onsite in our Atlanta, 3PL facility (185 Southside Industrial Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30354).
Under general supervision, the Materials Project Manager is responsible for coordinating and quantifying the continuous improvement projects designed to improve efficiency by eliminating waste and creating value for our customers.
Key Responsibilities
Assist management and team members in establishing projects that align with the Continuous Improvement Objectives and vision of the department.
Develop project tasks, establish resources, and perform analysis of project costs.
Provide data analysis for projects’ return to department in dollars and/or customer service in an effort to assist management in prioritizing projects.
Allocate work and assist in controlling utilization of the resource pool to ensure compliance with the project work plan.
Establish methods and track root causes and provide corrective analysis. Develop, track and close out action items.
Assist Materials Management in the support of a Distribution Requirements/Resource Planning strategy to determine/satisfy demands for inventory at global distribution centers by optimizing current and future ERP applications.
Conduct weekly reviews with management regarding continuous improvement objectives/project status. Maintain current, accurate records including bar charts, flow charts, and other tools to track manpower requirements, budget performance and status of project.
If the project is to be accomplished by a vendor, provide legal documentation to establish, append and follow‑up with project scope of work and validate invoices provided by the vendor.
Ensure high visibility of project measurements (e.g., PDCA, Dashboard or Metrics). Develop and provide metrics for inventory accuracy.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a related curriculum or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Five years related experience in project management or materials.
Certified Lean Specialist or Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.
Working knowledge of statistical tools.
Project/process management analysis and documentation skills.
Computer literacy with enterprise planning tools.
Experience with Cognos reporting, Microsoft Office suite, iGrafx and/or Visio preferred.
Ability to implement problem solving skills or change initiatives at an enterprise level.
Ability to lead project teams and implement change.
Must read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Other Information
Location: Atlanta, GA – Onsite at 185 Southside Industrial Parkway.
Travel: Up to 25%.
Shift: First.
Employment Type: Full‑time.
Posting End Date: 07/20/2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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