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Program Director

Program Director

CEVA LogisticsHouston, TX, US
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Program Director

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?

As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Program Director to lead the multi-year, enterprise-wide deployment of the Manhattan Associates IT stack across our 3PL warehouse operations in the U.S. If you have deep expertise in Manhattan WMS / OMS and a passion for driving operational transformation at scale, this is your opportunity to shape the future of logistics for CEVA.

Your Role As the Program Director, you will lead the strategic planning, governance, and execution of a nationwide deployment of Manhattan WMS and Order Management Systems (OMS) across 50+ CEVA-operated warehouse sites over the next 3 to 7 years. You will be accountable for building and managing cross-functional teams, ensuring successful integration with customer IT systems, delivering site-level execution, and maintaining stakeholder engagement throughout the program lifecycle.

This high-visibility role requires strong leadership, technical fluency with Manhattan products, and deep experience in 3PL logistics and warehouse operations.

What Are You Going To Do?

Program Leadership & Governance

  • Establish and lead a centralized Program Management Team to drive project execution and standardization across deployments.
  • Develop and manage a multi-year program roadmap, delivery milestones, KPIs, and escalation protocols.
  • Align program goals with CEVA's business strategy and customer requirements.

Manhattan WMS / OMS System Deployment

  • Lead the end-to-end implementation of Manhattan WMS / OMS solutions, ensuring successful go-lives across all targeted warehouse operations.
  • Oversee system configuration, data migration, and functional integration with customer systems (ERP, TMS, EDI, etc.).
  • Partner with solution architects, developers, and integration teams to ensure scalable, repeatable deployments.
  • Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as the executive sponsor and primary escalation point for customer IT and operations leaders during each deployment.
  • Drive communication, transparency, and alignment across all internal stakeholders and external partners.
  • Conduct regular steering committee reviews, status reporting, and executive briefings.
  • Operational Excellence & Standardization

  • Ensure site readiness, SOP alignment, and staff preparedness at each warehouse location.
  • Work closely with site leaders, super users, process engineers, and training teams to develop documentation and ensure change adoption.
  • Drive continuous improvement across waves by applying lessons learned and enhancing the deployment model.
  • Financial Oversight & Resource Planning

  • Manage program budgets and staffing models.
  • Ensure financial goals are achieved without compromising quality or customer satisfaction.
  • Oversee resource allocation across functional workstreams (deployment, training, integration, support).
  • What We Are Looking For

    Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • Minimum 10+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or IT program management roles.
  • 5+ years of experience deploying Manhattan and Associates (strong preference for Manhattan Active experience) WMS, OMS, and related products (e.g., SCI, TMS, Slotting Optimization).
  • Proven track record delivering large-scale, multi-site WMS rollouts in a 3PL or contract logistics environment.
  • Skills & Competencies

  • Deep understanding of Manhattan Active and / or legacy WMS and OMS product suites.
  • Strong technical understanding of system integrations (API, EDI, middleware).
  • Exceptional project / program management skills, including waterfall and agile methodologies.
  • Ability to lead large cross-functional teams, vendors, and external consultants.
  • Strong financial acumen and experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and executive stakeholder management skills.
  • Leadership & Problem-Solving

  • Strategic thinker and hands-on problem solver with a passion for operational excellence.
  • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and managing change at scale.
  • Inspiring team leader with a collaborative, people-first approach.
  • What Do We Have To Offer

  • Competitive executive compensation and annual performance incentives
  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous paid time off and company holidays
  • Opportunities for advancement within CEVA's global network
  • Location : Remote with up to 60 - 75% travel across U.S. warehouse operations

    At CEVA Logistics, we empower leaders who think big and act boldly. If you're ready to lead one of the most ambitious WMS / OMS deployment programs in the logistics industry, we invite you to bring your expertise and energy to CEVA.

    Join CEVA for a rewarding career where your vision can shape the future of supply chain.

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