Implementation Project Manager

The Project Manager, 3PL Implementation leads the end-to-end onboarding and transition of third-party logistics (3PL) partners. Serving as the primary implementation lead, this role is accountable for planning, coordinating, and executing 3PL launches—including warehouse onboarding, IT/system integrations, operational readiness, and regulatory compliance.

The Project Manager partners cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Quality, IT, Finance, Customer Service, and external 3PL providers to deliver projects on time, within scope, and in full compliance with GDP/GxP requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Implementation & Transition Management

• Lead end-to-end 3PL launches, site onboarding, transitions, expansions, and divestitures.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, scope, milestones, dependencies, and risks.
• Coordinate all phases: design, build, testing, validation, cutover, and post-go-live stabilization.
• Serve as the primary interface between internal business units and external 3PL teams.

2. Cross-Functional Coordination & IT Integration

• Drive alignment across Supply Chain, Quality, IT, Finance, Customer Service, and Regulatory Affairs.
• Coordinate IT activities, including EDI, WMS, ERP (SAP) master data setup, and integration testing.
• Facilitate project governance meetings, status tracking, and executive briefings.

3. Compliance, Risk & Operational Readiness

• Ensure all implementations comply with GDP, cGMP, and internal QMS guidelines.
• Support change controls, risk assessments, SOP development, and validation/qualification activities.
• Manage operational readiness: training, inventory transfers, hypercare support, and SLA alignment.
• Capture lessons learned to build standardized, scalable implementation frameworks.

Qualifications Required

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 5–8+ years in logistics, supply chain, or distribution project management.
• Niche Expertise: Direct experience implementing or transitioning 3PL warehouse operations.
• Industry: Strong understanding of regulated distribution environments (pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare preferred).

Preferred

• Experience within GDP/GxP environments and quality management systems.
• Familiarity with SAP, WMS, EDI integrations, and ERP implementations.
• PMP, Lean, or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience supporting multi-site or international 3PL networks (e.g., Canada, cold chain).

Key Competencies

• End-to-end project planning & execution
• Vendor & cross-functional stakeholder management
• Risk mitigation & supply continuity planning
• Executive-level communication
• Regulatory compliance awareness (GDP/GxP)