Staff Program Manager, Strategic Initiatives (Automation)
Core
Architect and hands-on builder of Flexport's Fulfillment network, deploying automation, designing processes, and building decision tools to scale global commerce operations.
Role type
Staff Program Manager, Strategic Initiatives (Automation)
Builds
Fulfillment network automation infrastructure (ASRS, robotics, goods-to-person) and operational decision tools.
Domain
Global logistics, supply chain fulfillment, warehouse automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
End-to-end program ownership, financial modeling (ROI), automation system design, SQL, Python, stakeholder influence, technical trade-off analysis
Preferred skills
Experience with ASRS/robotics implementation, advanced Excel/BI tools, software engineering partnership
Technologies
SQL, Python, ASRS, AMRs, conveyor systems, goods-to-person, Looker, Tableau, PowerBI
Responsibilities
Lead initiatives from whiteboard to go-live with full accountability for business case and ROI; Build and own ROI models for automation and capital projects; Evaluate, select, and implement warehouse automation solutions; Develop tooling, dashboards, and models directly using SQL and Python; Establish SOPs, KPIs, and reporting cadences for fulfillment execution; Develop and execute multi-year automation and network buildout roadmaps
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with strategic ownership
