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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Project Manager manages key client projects. Project management responsibilities include the coordination and completion of projects on time within budget and within scope. Oversee all aspects of projects. Set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor and summarize progress of project. Prepare reports for upper management regarding status of project. Will work directly with clients to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget. He or she will coordinate with other departments to ensure all aspects of each project are compatible.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and direct all phases of the project/program, including RFP, order confirmations, sales orders, detailing, purchasing, production, delivery and installation.

• Procure complete definition for each project and clearly define the customers' expectations to the support team at the division.

• Review strategic Value Engineering opportunities with customer(s) for mutually beneficial cost savings.

• Ensure products are engineered to customer specification.

• Demonstrate technical manufacturing knowledge, which is considered a valuable asset for project execution and strategic planning.

• Develop a project timeline for every project.

• Coordinate with Production Scheduler to develop project launch cycle and monitor progress and develop corrective actions where needed.

• Coordinate with Purchasing Department to ensure on time/on budget material procurement.

• Participate in prototype development and review process.

• Possess advanced proficiency in Excel, including the ability to create and manipulate pivot tables and perform V-lookup functions, to analyze data effectively and support decision-making processes.

• Monitor production of product through both physical review of work in process and through review of labor and costing report data.

• Aid in development of corrective actions where needed.

• Manage project margins effectively using specialized tools to ensure projects remain profitable and adhere to budget constraints.

• Provide shipping instructions including verification of site off load conditions where applicable.

• Facilitate and assist in the completion of customer inventory reports and their review.

• As production capacity requires, facilitate outsourcing of production and services where applicable.

• Provide technical back up to Sales and Estimating as required.

• Visit manufacturing locations to review new products before primary manufacturing and shipments begin.

• Performs other related duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position does not have direct reports.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience with Epicor ERP software preferred or relative ERP/MRP software experience managing inventory.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced expertise in Excel, including functions such as pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis.

• Ability to manage for highest-quality client experience and results by monitoring all project processes and operations for time and resource efficiency, cost management, and process improvement opportunities

• Self-directed and motivated, with the ability to efficiently and effectively operate independently

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent presentation skills - capable of presenting solutions in a clear, logical manner

• Demonstrated interpersonal, collaborative, and relationship-building skills

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field preferred; combination of education and experience will be considered

• 2+ years of experience in account or project management

• Extensive experience supporting customer initiatives with a proven track record of attaining a high level of customer satisfaction

• High-level technical expertise including the ability to support and enhance new design and value engineering efforts

• A demonstrated understanding of store fixture manufacturing processes

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to travel regionally up to 25% of the time or as required

• Varying work schedules based on business need are sometimes required

• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear

• Must have a valid driver's license

• Ability to operate a computer keyboard

• Ability to read a variety of materials

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time

• Ability to carry and lift materials up to 25 lbs.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.