Senior Technical Project Manager

Optomi, in partnership with a leading entertainment corporation, is looking for a Senior Technical Project Manager to support a large-scale warehouse management system modernization initiative.

Position Summary

This role involves managing a key initiative within a multi-year warehouse management system (WMS) upgrade program. The project focuses on replacing end-of-life systems, modernizing warehouse technology, and improving operational efficiency.

What the right candidate will enjoy

Collaborating with a dynamic, cross-functional team on a high-impact enterprise technology modernization project. Leading technical project execution and contributing to the modernization of critical warehouse operations. Working in a collaborative environment that values accountability, communication, and strong team relationships.

What type of experience does the right candidate have: 7-10+ years of hands-on technical project management experience leading complex technology initiatives. Strong Scrum Master experience, including Agile ceremonies, sprint coordination, blocker resolution, and team facilitation. Experience managing project timelines, milestones, risks, dependencies, and deliverables.

Proficiency in Smartsheet, Confluence, and Microsoft collaboration tools. Strong stakeholder management, vendor coordination, and cross-functional communication skills. Ability to independently manage projects and quickly adapt to unfamiliar technical environments.

Warehouse management systems, Blue Yonder, or supply chain technology experience is highly preferred but not required. Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall project delivery methodologies.

What the responsibilities are of the right candidate

• Lead technical project management activities for the warehouse modernization initiative.
• Manage project kickoff, planning, timelines, milestones, resources, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Apply Scrum Master practices to facilitate Agile execution, remove blockers, and support effective team collaboration.
• Coordinate with product analysts, delivery managers, software engineers, vendors, and business stakeholders.
• Proactively identify project risks, track progress, and communicate status updates to leadership.
• Ensure project milestones are met and deliverables align with business objectives.
• Build strong working relationships across technical and business teams to support successful project execution.
• Quickly develop an understanding of warehouse technology and project requirements to independently drive initiatives forward.