Project Manager – Operations

RXO, Inc.

Project Manager at RXO leading key strategic operations projects and collaborating across the business. Focused on implementing solutions and monitoring the effectiveness of initiatives.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeSouthfield • Illinois, Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project and program management, with a focus on logistics, transportation, and warehousing. Proficient in developing strategic project plans, managing stakeholder relationships, and utilizing Lean or Six Sigma methodologies to drive operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementLogistics ExperienceCarrier ProcurementTransportation Management SoftwareLean or Six Sigma

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementLogisticsTransportation AnalysisLoad PlanningFreight AuditValue Stream Mapping

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationRelationship BuildingCreative Problem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeTransportation Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

WarehousingTransportationOperationsManufacturing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create and manage cohesive project programs and plans with identifiable critical paths, task dependencies, risk/issue mitigation processes and major milestones
Work with business process owners to identify and scope areas of opportunity
Creatively scope, manage and implement projects to meet business needs
Provide leadership for project execution for both internal departments and external clients
Build strong relationships and collaborations with senior leadership to support company goals
Develop customer presentations that illustrate solution components and value propositions
Support other project managers and project team members as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in an analytical field or equivalent related work or military experience
Minimum of 5 years experience in logistics, transportation and/or warehousing
1 year of experience in operations, preferably in manufacturing or logistics
Experience with Carrier Procurement, Load Planning & Execution, Freight Audit and Payment or Transportation Analysis
Project and/or Program management experience
Willingness to obtain or maintain the Project Management Professional certification (PMP)
Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Experience with or implementing Transportation Management software
Lean or Six Sigma experience or experience with Value Stream Mapping

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Life insurance, disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement program