Logistics Project Manager I – Des Peres, MO

Lanter Delivery Systems (LDS) is currently seeking Project Manager I candidates in the St. Louis area due to growth in the company. This position will manage projects throughout the North, South and West regions and will require a great deal of travel with varying hours depending upon the assignment.

Lanter Delivery Systems (LDS) is a multi-regional logistics company and a leader in overnight, unattended delivery of auto and agricultural parts from Customer’s distribution centers to dealer locations. Our customers include most major U.S. automakers and agricultural equipment manufacturers including; GM, Ford, Chrysler, John Deere, Cummins, Case New Holland and many more. Lanter guarantees shipments that are placed in the late afternoon will be delivered next morning by 8:00AM. Come be a part of a growing team!

Job Title: Logistics Project Manager I 
Position Type: Full-time
Location: Des Peres, MO
Reports to: Coordination Manager

Job Responsibilities of the Project Manager I: 

• Execute and manage one low-level project, or one high-level sub-project with ability to make changes, as appropriate, to monitor progress and keep projects on schedule
  1. Host weekly project meetings and calls 
  2. Maintain accountability among team members
• Submit weekly reports to management outlining current project status 
• Coordinate team resources, responsibilities, and deadlines
• Proofread project plans and new business proposals 
• Identify and direct routing changes
• Travel to various regions to manage business efforts
• Train various individuals throughout the company including Terminal Managers, Dispatch, and additional staff 
• Prepare and give presentations upon request about project or industry related items using various technologies (WebEx, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Communicate daily reports of project status updates to Project Manager II or III
• Other duties as assigned

This position is a great opportunity for growth into a management position as it allows employees to gain a great deal of knowledge of our operations and become experts in our processes. 

Job Requirements of the Project Manager I: 

• One to two years’ experience in Project Management required 
• Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation experience preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in any field required 
• Must be willing and available to travel extensively – up to 80% 
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook 
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Project preferred
• Possesses high level of judgement while decision making 
• Ability to undertake greater workload responsibilities
• Deadline oriented with strong attention to detail
• Provide constant process improvement solutions 
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment 

Additional Required Skills: 

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to delegate tasks
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to negotiate with internal and external customers 
• Professional customer service skills
• Work collaboratively within a team 
• Safety focused 

LDS is financially sound and growing and offers a full benefits package after 90 days of employment. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD, LTD, and 401K with company match. Come see what a career with Lanter can do for you!

Lanter Delivery Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer