Director of Implementation, Contract Logistics
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![]() United States, Missouri, North Kansas City | |
![]() 1201 East 12th Avenue (Show on map) | |
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Wagner Logistics isn't just your average logistics company-we're a dynamic team of adventurers, weaving magic into every step of the supply chain industry. As one of the top 50 Third-party logistics companies, we specialize in distribution center management, warehousing, transportation, order fulfillment, product assembly, and packaging. With us, every day is a new quest filled with excitement and opportunity!
Why you'll love Wagner Logistics:
Summary: The Director of Implementation, Contract Logistics oversees the successful deployment of operational and management solutions for new business implementations. This role ensures that company requirements and customer expectations are met by establishing business controls, managing project timelines and budgets, and directing on-site teams. The director develops comprehensive project plans, mitigates risks, and maintains collaboration with senior leadership.
What You'll Be Doing:
What You Need:
Education:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work or military experience.
Experience: 8 years of experience in contract logistics management (3PL), managing multiple complex implementations simultaneously of varying scope and size. Knowledge/Experience/Skills: *Ability to shift priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
* Working knowledge of and experience in warehousing, distribution, inventory planning and management, network analysis, and materials management.
* Experience with financial management and business integration * Availability to work extended hours, with intermittent extensive travel. *Previous experience integrating new business and launching customer accounts. * Proven leadership and collaboration skills with experience effectively supervising, coaching, and influencing employees. Physical Demands and Work Environment: *Ability to travel extensively as required for project implementations. *Capability to work in warehouse and logistics environments, which may involve standing, walking, and moving around facilities for extended periods. *Occasional lifting of materials, documents, or equipment related to project management. *Ability to work long hours, including extended shifts and weekends, to meet implementation deadlines. *Multitasking & Problem-Solving: Ability to handle multiple complex projects simultaneously and resolve operational challenges on the spot. *Collaboration & Leadership: Managing and influencing teams across different locations without direct authority, requiring strong leadership and communication skills. Wagner is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran, or other protected status. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Protected Veterans |