Strategic Projects Manager Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

AFC Industriesis a dynamic organization dedicated to providing supply chain management solutions for fasteners and assembly components to original equipment manufacturers, assembly plants, and other users of these products.

We support a diverse industry base of manufacturers across a broad range of industries. Our experienced team has a proven track record of helping manufacturers and assemblers reduce cost, improve quality, and increase efficiency.

We are A Company Culture Devoted to Innovation & Improvement

AFC provides localized expertise to customers in particular industries and geographies. We don't have a traditional hierarchical management structure where everyone simply "reports up." Instead, our company is made up of on-the-ground experts operating in an entrepreneurial fashion with the backing and support of an enterprise-grade organization.

Sharing cultural values breeds consistency and quality throughout our organization. Collectively, we are committed to a simple management approach, which influences our company culture and our management style.

The Strategic Project Manager is responsible for leading enterprise technology, integration, and business transformation initiatives across AFC Industries. This role partners closely with executive leadership to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with organizational objectives while supporting acquisition integration, ERP implementations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Activities and responsibilities include:

• Lead enterprise-wide initiatives that support AFC's growth strategy.
• Partner with executive leadership to prioritize project scope and priorities.
• Managing and tracking multiple IT projects such as ERP System conversions, software development/deployment, and corporate business integrations to successful completion.
• Plan, execute, monitor, and close projects in alignment with organizational goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
• Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate project risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate regular status meetings, steering committee reviews, and executive briefings.
• Track project KPIs and provide transparent reporting on progress, milestones, and budget burn.
• Manage vendor and third-party relationships, contracts, and deliverable accountability.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and team collaboration.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation including project artifacts and lessons learned.
• Drive change management activities to ensure successful adoption of project outcomes.
• Develop and deploy training resources.
• Assist with managing integration efforts with acquired companies.
• Assist with project tasks as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Professional Experience Requirements:

Education:

• Degree in project management, information technologies, or equivalent work experience
• Certification or experience with PERT project management methodology
• Prefer experience within the warehouse distribution industry

Work Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience as a project manager
• Experience with managing ERP migrations is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects to successful completion.
• Preference for experience as an operator in the components distribution and warehousing functions

Professional Skills:

• Proficient in Office 365 applications.
• Demonstrated expertise in project planning, execution, risk management, and reporting.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrated skill and solid expertise in project planning, management, and reporting
• Efficient in time management and prioritizing tasks with the ability to efficiently see numerous tasks through to completion.
• Proven ability to influence and manage stakeholders across executive, operational, and technical teams.
• Ability to navigate competing priorities and drive consensus among cross-functional teams.

Salary Target- up to 130k depending on experience

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled employer.