Global Systems Project Management Senior Specialist (OPTYMEE)

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

YOUR ROLE

The purpose of this role is to support the successful execution of the transition of NEXTGEN program for Contract Logistics by leading the implementation, adoption and change management of OPTYMEE in all regions as primary system, as a core digital capability for operational performance management, while providing secondary governance and rollout support for Dock & Appointment Systems (DAS) for Europe and NORTAM regions.

The role ensures scalable deployment, business value realization and sustainable adoption of system solutions across regions by governing implementations and engaging user communities. Aligning OPTYMEE initiatives with Contract Logistics programs and the One Data / Cloud Data Platform (CDP) to anchor the program in CEVA Logistics culture and to enable consistent, data‑driven decision‑making. 

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO ?

1. OPTYMEE Implementation Governance & Scale‑Up (Primary Scope) – Govern and steer the global rollout of OPTYMEE across Contract Logistics sites, ensuring sponsorship, structured planning, project management routines, controlled deployment, readiness and operational stability during and after go‑live.

2. Adoption & Change Management – Drive user adoption of OPTYMEE by leading change management activities, including communication, training alignment, onboarding of new sites and reinforcement of standard usage practices. Support change and adoption activities related to DAS where applicable.

3. Global Super‑User & Ambassador Community – Build and animate global and regional super‑user and ambassador networks for OPTYMEE and DAS, supporting knowledge sharing, best practices, structured feedback and local change enablement.

4. Business Value Tracking & Benefits Realization – Support regions and sites in defining, capturing and validating operational and efficiency benefits enabled by OPTYMEE and DAS, ensuring transparent tracking and alignment with Contract Logistics performance objectives.

5. OPTYMEE & DAS Governance, Risk & Compliance – Ensure OPTYMEE and DAS deployments comply with governance frameworks covering data usage, ethics, privacy and security requirements, coordinating with compliance, data governance and IT stakeholders.

6. Cross‑System & Program Integration – Anchor OPTYMEE and DAS within the wider Contract Logistics ecosystem as defined in CEVA Strategy, ensuring alignment with related initiatives such as Solution Design benchmarking, Zero Defect Start‑Up, Business Process Excellence, Kaizen and data & analytics programs

7. Stakeholder Coordination & Reporting – Provide structured communication and reporting to regional leadership, global stakeholders and program forums on rollout status, adoption levels, risks and value realization for OPTYMEE and DAS.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Education & Qualifications - Bachelor degree, preferably in the area of (Supply Chain) Management and/or Information Technology
• Experience - Good knowledge of supply chain solution and Contract logistics business model
• Minimum 3 years operational experience, preferably Warehousing or Production environment
• Experience in working in an international business environment - Experience working within large‑scale transformation or transition programs
• Experience with IT systems applied to Contract Logistics
• Experience with operational performance tools, workforce analytics or dock/yard solutions
• Specialist Knowledge & Skills - Good skills in Microsoft suite of applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Good understanding of 6 sigma/Lean tools
• Ability to translate operational needs into structured governance and delivery frameworks - Knowledge of Blue Yonder WMS Dispatcher
• Governance of complex, multi‑country system or digital programs

Desirable

• Experience working within large‑scale transformation or transition programs
• Experience with IT systems applied to Contract Logistics
• Experience with operational performance tools, workforce analytics or dock/yard solutions
• Knowledge of Blue Yonder WMS Dispatcher
• Governance of complex, multi‑country system or digital programs

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then please do get in touch to find your next role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.

As a global organization, and as part of the CMA CGM Group, diversity is critical to our business success; only when we can reflect the cultures, languages, behaviors and local knowledge of our customers, we can succeed. By employing people with different experiences and abilities, we expand our knowledge and increase our creativity and innovation. 

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