Project Manager

Who We Are

At SLMCON, we don’t just consult, we transform. We are a globally distributed, practitioner-led supply chain consultancy focused on solving complex warehouse and automation challenges. Our team blends modern technology, creative thinking, and hands-on delivery to drive measurable outcomes. 

We operate at the intersection of technology, operations, and people, helping businesses execute with clarity and impact. Join us for a workplace where innovation, autonomy, and a strong team culture are part of everyday work. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for passionate professionals ready to make their mark. 

We’re seeking a Project Manager who thrives in a client-facing consulting environment, and takes full ownership of project execution, stakeholder alignment, and delivery success across Warehouse Management System (WMS) implementations. The ideal candidate is highly accountable, relationship driven and comfortable collaborating with global teams and stakeholders, adapting to diverse perspectives and time zones to deliver successful outcomes. We are seeking someone who can independently manage project scope, drive execution across cross-functional teams, and build trusted partnerships with clients and internal stakeholders. 

The successful candidate brings a strong balance of delivery discipline, consulting presence, adaptability, and cultural alignment with a collaborative, fast-paced, and ownership-oriented environment.

Role Overview

The Project Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of WMS implementation projects, partnering closely with system analysts, technical architects, and client stakeholders. This role focuses on planning, execution, governance, and stakeholder management to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with client objectives. 

The ideal candidate brings strong consulting presence, structured delivery discipline, and the ability to manage complex, cross-functional implementations across global teams and time zones. 

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end project delivery accountability for WMS implementations, from initiation through go-live and post-go-live stabilization 
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, resource plans and allocations, budgets, and delivery milestones 
• Serve as the primary client contact for project execution, ensuring clear communication, alignment, and expectation management throughout the lifecycle 
• Proactively manage project scope, dependencies, risks, and change requests to ensure successful outcomes 
• Lead project governance, including status reporting, risk and issue management, escalation management and executive-level communications 
• Drive execution momentum and accountability across all stakeholders to ensure commitments are met and deliverables are completed on time and within scope 
• Facilitate requirements workshops, design discussion sessions, implementation planning sessions, and milestone reviews in collaboration technical and functional teams 
• Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks, dependencies, and scope changes through structured change management processes 
• Ensure adherence to delivery standards, methodologies, implementation standards, and quality expectations across all project phases 
• Support go-live planning and execution, including cutover coordination and hypercare oversight 
• Drive accountability across all stakeholders to ensure commitments are met and outcomes achieved 
• Travel as required to client sites for key project phases, workshops, and go-live activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, information technology, or a related field 
• 5–10 years of experience in project management, preferably in supply chain or enterprise software implementations 
• Experience delivering WMS implementations (Blue Yonder / JDA / RedPrairie, Manhattan, or equivalent) strongly preferred
• Proven experience managing full project lifecycles in a client-facing consulting environment 
• Strong understanding of system implementation methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches)
• Experience managing cross-functional teams including technical and functional resources 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with project management tools is a plus 
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including executive-level engagement
• Ability and willingness to travel to client sites as needed 
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment 

Communication Language 

• English (required) 
• French or Spanish is an asset 

Key Attributes for Success 

• Strong consulting presence with high client-facing confidence 
• Comfortable making decisions, managing ambiguity, and navigating evolving project dynamics 
• Strong sense of ownership with accountability for project success, client satisfaction, and delivery outcomes Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills under pressure 
• Highly organized with attention to detail and delivery quality 
• Effective communicator who can simplify complex topics for technical and non-technical audiences 
• Proactive and accountable, with a focus on outcomes and client success 
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and managing evolving project scopes 
• Collaborative leader who fosters alignment across global teams 

Why Join Us 

At SLMCON, you’ll have the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact supply chain and warehouse transformation initiatives alongside a team of experienced practitioners who understand both technology and operations. 

We are a growing global consultancy where your ideas, expertise, and contributions directly influence client outcomes and the evolution of our business. Our environment is collaborative, entrepreneurial, and built for professionals who thrive on solving challenging problems and delivering meaningful results. 

What Sets Us Apart

• Impact-Driven Work – Work on large-scale warehouse, automation, and supply chain transformation projects that create measurable operational value for clients. 
• Practitioner-Led Culture – Collaborate with experienced industry experts who bring deep real-world implementation knowledge and a hands-on approach to delivery. 
• Autonomy and Trust – We value ownership, initiative, and independent thinking. Team members are empowered to lead, innovate, and make decisions. 
• Global Collaboration – Partner with colleagues and clients across North America and international markets in a highly collaborative environment. 
• Growth and Exposure – Gain exposure to complex enterprise environments, modern supply chain technologies, and strategic client engagements. 
• Innovation-Focused – We embrace modern tools, evolving technologies, and continuous improvement in how we solve problems and deliver value. 
• Flexible Work Environment – Hybrid and remote flexibility designed to support both collaboration and work-life balance. 

At SLMCON, you won’t just support implementations; rather, you’ll help shape the future of supply chain operations and technology for global organizations.