Purchasing Project Manager Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Description
MISSION- PD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer's experience. ABOUT PD- Founded in 1938, PD is a world-renowned design-to-build partner that crafts custom, future-forward brand solutions for some of the largest brands in retail.PD is looking for an ambitious, curious, and optimistic Project Manager - You're someone people rely on. You take ownership, bring clarity, connect teams, and keep momentum, so nothing falls through the cracks. The Project Manager is responsible for leading cross-functional projects from concept through delivery within a design-to-build manufacturing environment. This role serves as the central point of coordination between account directors, production, planning, purchasing, manufacturing, logistics and installation to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to quality standards. The Project Manager applies professional project management practices to plan, execute, monitor, and adjust projects while balancing customer expectations, critical timelines and operational procedures.
Skills
Project management
Top Skills Details
Project management
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Competencies and Skills
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lead, inspire and motivate the team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Enforce deadlines with an overall strong sense of urgency, humor and empathy
• Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate strategic thinking while maintaining strong attention to detail
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to prioritize projects and tasks and then reprioritize when something changes
• Proficient with Microsoft products, ERP systems and MRP systems
• Ability to demonstrate and apply PD's workplace values
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment where diversity is valued
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.