Logistics Assistant Project Manager (Shakopee)

LI Group is an end-to-end solution project management firm that specializes in large-scale rollouts, new store construction, fixture installations, and remodels. We combine warehousing, logistics, white glove delivery, installation, and construction to provide a more effective and efficient solution for our clients projects. LI Group offers a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where individuals can drive processes, problem solve, and grow.

The Logistics Assistant Project Manager will work alongside the Project Manager and utilize their logistics and transportation knowledge to ensure all project deliverables and deadlines are met. The APM will handle client communication, documentation, inventory and vendor management, and transportation.

Responsibilities Include :

• Assist in projects from start to finish in planning, implementing, and managing project tasks, scope of work changes, and deliverables
• Client relationship management on a day-to-day basis
• Inventory Management : executes daily inventory analysis, identify and resolves discrepancies and problems, create inbounds & outbounds
• Vendor Management : coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and carriers to ensure timely and efficient delivery of goods to meet project deadlines and client expectations
• Manage and analyze transportation by identifying opportunities for consolidation of shipments or creative routing to reduce costs
• Negotiate with third-party logistics providers to secure competitive rates and improve service quality
• Communicate and collaborate with warehouse staff to meet shared project goals
• Maintain and manage all project documentation, organizing, and storing project reporting and documents
• Onboarding and vetting carrier partners
• Stay current on transportation knowledge, rules, and regulations
• Continuous improvement in logistics processes, cost savings, and operational efficiency
• Create and maintain reports defining project progress, problems, and solutions
• Possess financial acumen to improve project margin, create financial reports, maintain project budget, and manage project billing
• Ability to be on-call after hours and weekend when necessary
• Assist and collaborate with other departments
• Other duties as assigned

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