Job Title: Site Launch Project Manager- Grocery Fulfillment and Distribution/ Retail & Grocery Facilities

Location: 100% Remote (Must be willing to travel 80% within the U.S.)

Duration: 8-Month Contract (High possibility of extension)

Pay Rate: $55.60/hr to $60.70/hr

About the Role:

• We are seeking a seasoned Project/Program Manager (PM III) to support the launch and implementation of the client’s rapidly growing Grocery Fulfillment Program under the Sub-Same-Day (SSD) network.
• This role will directly support site launches across the U.S., managing vendor deployments, site readiness, and program execution. With up to 80% travel required, this position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, startup-like environment and can operate autonomously with minimal oversight.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Lead site deployments for new grocery fulfillment centers within SSD facilities across the U.S.
• Manage third-party vendors and contractors during equipment installation (refrigeration units, racking, signage, monitoring systems, etc.).
• Execute and track launch activities using Asana playbooks and Fieldwire to ensure milestones are completed on schedule and to client standards.
• Work closely with procurement, construction, operations, and engineering teams to align timelines, inventory, and vendor readiness.
• Conduct site visits for pre-launch setup and operational readiness audits.
• Typically on-site 4–5 weeks prior to launch (2–4 days/week), and full-time onsite 2 weeks prior to go-live.
• Support retrofit and new build projects by planning deployments, monitoring tasks, troubleshooting vendor delays, and escalating issues.
• Ensure all fulfillment areas (freezers, refrigerators, ambient zones) meet client’s operational, safety, and quality standards before handoff.
• Track and report performance metrics, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned and deliverables meet defined KPIs.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional experience in Project/Program Management.
• Proven success in vendor and contractor management, especially within large-scale construction, deployment, or retrofit environments.
• Strong organizational skills with experience in managing complex timelines and multiple workstreams.
• Comfortable working in ambiguous, startup-style environments with minimal hand-holding.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Willing and able to travel up to 80% across the U.S.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook, and project/task management tools (Asana preferred).
• Familiarity with tools such as Fieldwire or other vendor task-tracking platforms.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working at e-commerce or within e-commerce client-like operational environments.
• Experience launching new facilities, retail sites, or fulfillment centers.
• Familiarity with Grocery or Food Supply Chain environments.
• Knowledge of client Leadership Principles (Ownership, Bias for Action, Deliver Results, Frugality).

Performance Metrics:

• Timely execution of launch tasks and milestone completion.
• Effective utilization of Asana playbooks and adherence to project tracking tools.
• Quality and readiness of launch sites as assessed by audit checklists and site leaders.
• Proactive issue resolution and communication with vendors and stakeholders.
• Vendor performance and deliverables aligned with scope, budget, and schedule.

Team & Culture:

• Join a new and rapidly growing team focused on the high-visibility Grocery Implementation Program.
• Collaborative yet fast-paced environment emphasizing high standards, ownership, and accountability.
• Virtual team culture with strong communication and camaraderie.
• Opportunities to travel extensively and be part of client’s next major expansion initiative.

Interview Process:

• Two rounds focused on situational and behavioral interviews aligned with client’s Leadership Principles.
• Discussion of past project experience and delivery outcomes.

Note: This role is not suitable for junior-level PMs or those unwilling to travel. Immediate travel readiness is essential.