Senior Director, HR Project Management (Finance)

Logistics at full potential.

At GXO, we're constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you'll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

This is a hybrid role, and candidate should reside in drivable distance from our GXO facility in High Point NC to work onsite two days a week.

The Sr Director, HR Project Management, is a new role that will lead transformational initiatives shaping the future of work in GXO's AMAPAC region. They will drive integration efforts, overseeing planning, execution, and success monitoring of key programs. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, they will foster an inclusive, productive environment while developing and executing strategic management plans/playbooks that reinforce the organization's values and ethical decision-making. This position will be responsible for upholding HR project management standards and processes, embodying the project management excellence. Position requires 25%-50% travel nationally and internationally.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Lead and support our HR Target Operating Model using various methods, including serving as an expert professional resource providing guidance, and recommendations to effectively manage projects' terms to drive financials and resource management
• Lead teams with creating and enhancing playbooks and standards for regional and select global functional projects
• Direct cross-functional projects, with a key focus on due diligence processes to consistently ensure project success
• Help prioritize concurrent initiatives and workstreams through to successful completion.
• Assess GXO's culture and readiness for change, delivering often sensitive insights to Leadership in a way that builds confidence and spurs action
• Develop communication strategies and simultaneously execute a variety of tactics to reach all relevant stakeholders with timely and consistent information related to project updates, key announcements, policy and process changes, organizational changes and be able to organize - and often visualize - strategies in a variety of formats to ensure understanding of responsibilities and adherence to timelines
• Establish a community of practice that connects Project Managers, fosters knowledge sharing, facilitates communication and collaboration, and strengthens the expertise and capabilities of the community
• Serve as a subject matter expert on HR's project management processes, tools, and expectations for delivery, regulatory compliance and implementation
• Communicate with program managers to train, exchange ideas, address project challenges and discuss best practices
• Identify factors that could jeopardize critical paths of projects. Develop and execute risk mitigation plans.
• Partner with business and HR leaders to drive and deliver on the people journey map
• Oversee day-to-day operations of all HR projects related to the HR Journey map applying structured methodology to lead culture transformation/change management activities
• Frequently interact with senior leaders, executives and other stakeholders to represent HR regional transformation initiatives on broader cross-functional projects involving other parts of the business as needed
• Develop key performance indicators; analyze and interpret overall performance and track key business development objectives and strategic initiative

What you need to succeed at GXO:

At a minimum, you'll need

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work experience
• 10 years relevant experience driving organizational transformation through global initiatives
• Min of 3 years of PMO experience with a PMP Certification
• Prior experience successfully organizing and leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects to foster strong collaboration and teamwork in demanding environments
• Experience organizing, planning, and managing high-priority projects from concept through implementation
• Ability to lead, inspire and advise a diverse group of professionals regionally
• Proficiency with various project management tools (e.g. Smartsheet, MS Project, Basecamp, Newforma)
• Data Analytics and corresponding systems development
• Ability to problem solve, manage conflict, and build relationships with people at all levels of the organization
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, analytics and project managment capabilities

It'd be great if you also have:

• Proven track record of developing and implementing action-oriented innovative project management discipline to strengthen organizations and workplace processes
• Demonstrated ability to track, manage and multiple projects with adjacent initiatives with keen attention to detail
• Stronger consideration will be given to candidates with experience on large complex global projects
• Willingness to join an ambitious team of professionals within a large, structured matrix organization and contribute to a strong employee-owned culture
• Prior experience successfully organizing and leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects to foster strong collaboration and teamwork in demanding environments
• 15 years relevant experience driving organizational transformation through global initiatives

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

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