Strategic Program Management Leader- Transportation & Logistics

Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.LocationMust be local to Omaha, NE. (No relocation assistance provided)About the Role You're ConsideringLead complex transportation and logistics transformation programs spanning network operations, asset management, crew and workforce systems, freight operations, safety technology, and enterprise platform modernization.Manage program scope, budget, governance, delivery execution, risk mitigation, and stakeholder communications across multi-workstream engagements.Partner with client executives and business leaders to define transformation roadmaps, prioritize initiatives, and drive measurable value realization against agreed outcomes.Lead cross-functional teams spanning business operations, technology, data, and third-party vendor organizations, ensuring alignment across all delivery tracks.Drive initiatives involving network operations modernization, predictive maintenance and asset health platforms, intermodal and freight management systems, crew scheduling and labor optimization, supply chain visibility, and customer-facing digital capabilities.Facilitate executive steering committees, executive business reviews, program governance forums, and strategic planning sessions with C-suite and senior operational leadership.Support business development activities including proposals, solution shaping, scope definition, and client presentations in the transportation and logistics sector.Apply deep transportation domain expertise to drive throughput improvements, safety compliance, operational consistency, and cost reduction across the client's network.Lead transformation initiatives including ERP and core systems modernization, IoT and telematics integration, AI-enabled operations, digital freight platforms, and workforce technology upgrades.Oversee implementation of operations control systems, network planning tools, analytics and BI platforms, predictive asset and infrastructure solutions, and regulatory compliance programs.Apply strong financial management discipline: oversee program budgets, track benefits realization, manage vendor contracts, and provide regular cost and value reporting to executive sponsors.Use operational data, network performance analytics, and financial modeling to guide experience improvements, protect margins, and support investment decisions.Your Skills and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Business, Transportation, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field.7 to 10 or more years of Program and Project Management experience leading large-scale transformation initiatives in complex operational environments.5 or more years of direct experience within the freight transportation, rail, logistics, or supply chain industry, with a strong understanding of operations, network management, and asset-intensive business models.Proven experience leading multi-workstream programs with executive stakeholders, distributed delivery teams, and third-party technology and service vendors.Strong understanding of transportation operations, freight management processes, regulatory and safety frameworks, and the technology ecosystem supporting Class I or major freight rail enterprises.Demonstrated experience managing program governance, financial controls, risk management, and change management across programs of significant scale and complexity.Excellent executive communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and align senior client leadership.Must be permanently located in or willing to relocate independently to Omaha, NE. No relocation assistance is available for this position.Ability to travel periodically based on client program requirements.Preferred qualifications include:Consulting or systems integration background with a Tier 1 professional services or technology advisory firm, with transportation or logistics sector focus.Experience supporting major Class I railroads, freight carriers, intermodal operators, or large logistics enterprises.Knowledge of ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle), transportation management systems, network operations platforms, asset performance management, crew management systems, or supply chain visibility solutions.Familiarity with AI, machine learning, IoT, and digital twin applications in transportation and infrastructure contexts.PMP, PgMP, Agile, Scrum, or SAFe certifications preferred.Master's degree or MBA is a plus.The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $103,879 - $292,900Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick LeaveMedical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)Life and disability insuranceEmployee assistance programsOther benefits as provided by local policy and eligibilityImportant Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.DisclaimersCapgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. 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