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GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 166 countries and more than 49, 720 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group. 
This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.  

Reference

2026-18495  

Line Of Business

FREIGHT MANAGEMENT

Position description

Type of assignment

Full-time Regular

Function

Support function - Digital & Technology

Job title

IT Project Leader (ITPL) – M/F

Job description

The IT Project Leader – Customer Solutions & Projects leads the IT projects delivered to Freight Forwarding customers: customer onboarding, EDI / API integrations, visibility and customer-specific solutions. Reporting to the Manager Customer Projects, he/she owns delivery end to end, from requirement gathering with the customer and business teams to go-live and handover to IT Operations, making sure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and at the expected quality level.

Main Activities :
- Lead the planning, execution and delivery of customer IT projects, from kick-off to go-live.
- Build and maintain project plans, timelines and budgets, in line with GEODIS project methodology and standards.
- Gather and challenge requirements with the customer, Sales / BD and Operations, and translate them into clear IT specifications.
- Coordinate the project team (developers, EDI analysts, solution experts, vendors) across geographies and time zones.
- Identify project risks, define mitigation plans, solve issues and escalate to management when needed.
- Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and project specifications (test strategy, customer UAT, go / no-go).
- Prepare and present project status reports (milestones, KPIs, budget, risks) to management and stakeholders.
- Maintain complete project documentation for future reference and audit purposes.
- Secure the handover to IT Operations (Move-to-BAU) with the right level of documentation and knowledge transfer.
- Use EDI knowledge to support data exchange design (message flows, mapping) and help create and maintain data dictionaries.

Success Metrics :
- Projects delivered on time and within budget.
- Customer and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Quality of deliverables (defects at go-live, rework, incidents during hypercare).
- Smooth handover to IT Operations.

Applicant's profile

Skills
IT project management (planning, budget, risks, reporting)
Knowledge of Transport / Freight Forwarding IT applications and customer integrations (EDI, API)
Ability to translate customer requirements into IT solutions

Abilities:
• Leadership of project teams across countries and time zones
• Clear communication with customers, Sales/BD, Operations and IT
• Organisation, prioritisation, multi-project management
• Rigor, quality mindset and continuous improvement
• Fluent English (written and spoken)

Education :
Master's degree (Bac+5) in IT, Computer Science, Supply Chain or related field

Experience :
5 to 8 years' experience in IT project management, ideally on customer projects in Supply Chain / Logistics / Freight Forwarding

Plus :
EDI knowledge (EDIFACT, X12, XML / API) and data mapping; Agile / Scrum or PM certification (PMP, Prince2)

Behavioural capabilities :
- Leadership: direct and motivate project team members, often without hierarchical authority, and foster a collaborative, results-oriented environment.
- Customer orientation: build trust with customers and internal stakeholders, and keep everyone aligned through regular and clear communication.
- Ownership and proactivity: anticipate issues, take decisions and escalate at the right time.
- Rigor and quality mindset: respect standards, document, and look for continuous improvement.
- Ability to manage several projects in parallel and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptability and team spirit in an international, multicultural organisation.

Working time (%)

100

Position location

Position place

Europe, France, Île-de-France, Hauts-de-Seine

Location

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of education required

MASTER'S DEGREE

Years of experience in similar position

Confirmed (5 to 10 years of experience)

Languages

English (Fluent)