Project Manager-Retail Displays

Seeking an experienced Project Manager within the Store Fixture/Retail Displays Industry. Purchasing experience is a PLUS

 Purpose/Summary

Has the overall responsibility for the successful execution of assigned projects. The position will typically be assigned a limited number of larger more complex customer accounts, as well as smaller customer accounts. Responsibilities include customer coordination of design definition, value engineering, prototype, manufacturing, delivery, installation, and on-going customer service. The position will provide the leadership/coordination of all activities related to assigned projects while ensuring the highest level of service which will inevitably lead to sales growth.

Essential Functions

·     Coordinate and direct all phases of the project/program, including R.F.P. , 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

·     Develop a project time line 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

·     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

·     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

·     Provide coaching and guidance to Jr. Project Managers and supervise their overall development

·     Performs other related duties as assigned

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications (Experience Level, Education, etc.)

·     Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business (or equivalent experience)

·     Minimum of five years of experience in a senior project or account manager role in the store fixture, POP, or exhibit industry

·     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

·     The ability to create and maintain computer spreadsheets is required with an understanding of MRP fundamentals preferred

·     Must be able to multi-task, able to take independent action, a problem solver, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills

·     Ability to motivate, coach, and provide guidance to Junior members of the Project Management Team