Project Manager - Operations

Posted 21 Days Ago
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Laval, QC, CAN
In-Office
Mid level
Utilities
The Role
The Operations Project Manager will oversee operational improvement projects, manage project scope and performance, and integrate digital tools while coordinating cross-functional teams in the automotive recycling sector.
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Company Description

Kenny U-Pull is proud to give a second life to used vehicles. Our 27 auto recycling locations across Eastern Canada are supported by over 400 employees, all passionate about repurposing used cars and committed to a greener environment for future generations. Since 2008, we have recycled over one million vehicles, and we're just getting started!

At Kenny, we do things differently by offering our customers the opportunity to create their own self-service experience. Customers choose and remove the parts they need themselves for a fraction of the manufacturer's price, in a safe, clean, and environmentally responsible environment.

Our passion is at the heart of everything we do. We are a united and supportive company where your ambitions are also ours. Come aboard – we promise you a rewarding journey.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Operations Project Manager to lead key operational improvement initiatives within our car recycling business. The Project Manager will oversee projects related to process optimization, technology implementation, and cross-functional coordination. This role requires strong organizational skills, a solid understanding of business processes in automotive recycling/salvage operations, and the ability to manage stakeholders across Operations, IT, Sales, and Finance.

The ideal candidate excels at turning business needs into executable plans, tracking project performance, and delivering solutions that improve efficiency, customer experience, and data accuracy.

What you're responsible for :

  • Define and manage project scope, objectives, timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
  • Plan and deliver multiple projects end-to-end in parallel.
  • Analyze and optimize operational processes (vehicle purchasing, dismantling, warehousing, sales, logistics).
  • Lead the deployment and integration of digital tools and operational systems aligned with business needs.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams (Operations, IT, Finance, Purchasing, Inventory, Marketing) and external vendors.
  • Own change management, user adoption, training, and documentation.
  • Manage risks, testing, quality control, and go-live readiness.
  • Track KPIs, prepare status reports, and present updates to senior leadership.
  • Ensure clear communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

To join our team:

  • You have a bachelor’s degree in business, Technology, Operations, or a related field
  • You hold a PMP or an equivalent project management certification, which is considered a strong asset.
  • You have 4 –7 years of project management experience, with experience in automotive recycling, logistics, warehousing, or retail considered an advantage.
  • You have a proven track record of delivering digital and system-related projects, including software, CRM/ERP, mobile applications, and workflow automation.
  • You have a strong understanding of operational processes such as vehicle purchasing, dismantling, inventory management, and used parts sales.
  • You have excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • You are able to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • You are bilingual in English and French.

Additional Information

The advantages (!):

  • Eligible for paid vacation from the first day;
  • Comprehensive group insurance plan;
  • Telemedicine (Unlimited access to a doctor 24/7);
  • Group RRSP with employer matching contributions;
  • AIM tuition assistance grants;
  • Referral program;
  • Exclusive employee discounts on parts at any Kenny location;
  • Company-organized events throughout the year (barbecue, Christmas party, etc.).
  • Exceptional advancement opportunities.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in business, Technology, Operations, or related field
  • PMP or equivalent project management certification
  • 4-7 years of project management experience
  • Experience in automotive recycling, logistics, warehousing, or retail
  • Proven track record of delivering digital and system-related projects
  • Strong understanding of operational processes such as vehicle purchasing and dismantling
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Bilingual in English and French
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The Company
Hamilton, Ontario
950 Employees
Year Founded: 1936

What We Do

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned, Canada-based company founded in 1936. Since that day, AIM has grown to be recognized as one of the World’s most sophisticated metal recyclers, specializing in the recovery and recycling of scrap metal by-products. With the growth and support of our 4,000+ valued employees, we have evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with a global footprint and over 125 sites worldwide. The primary reason? An effective and thorough development strategy. Today, AIM’s operations are headed by its founder’s successors: Herbert, Ronald, and Ricky Black, who have vowed to uphold the company’s long-established standards for quality. From its humble Canadian origins, we have grown to become a sophisticated leader in ferrous and non-ferrous metal recycling (AIM Recycling), decommissioning & demolition (Delsan AIM), auto-parts sales & recycling (AIM Kenny U-Pull), manufacturing of solder assemblies (AIM Global Solder Solutions), construction waste recycling (AIM Eco-Centre), and production of customized industrial & mining products (AIM Minesource)

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