Director of Project Management

Key Responsibilities

• Manage active power equipment projects, ensuring on-time delivery and smooth execution.
• Act as the primary liaison between vendors, customers, and internal teams, ensuring alignment on project milestones.
• Oversee procurement and purchase orders related to transformers, switchgear, and key power equipment.
• Ensure all project activities are executed in compliance with contract terms, technical requirements, and customer expectations.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships, optimizing supply chain efficiency and negotiating terms when needed.
• Work closely with sales and engineering teams to ensure smooth transitions from sales to execution.
• Serve as the point of contact for customer project status updates, managing expectations and resolving concerns.
• Monitor project budgets, payment terms, and milestone-based invoicing for large equipment orders.
• Mitigate risks associated with long lead times, logistics, and procurement challenges.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or delivery commitments.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for project execution, improving internal workflows.
• Implement project tracking tools to enhance visibility into orders, deliveries, and key milestones.
• Identify opportunities for vendor and product expansion, supporting the business in growing its power equipment offerings.
• Provide training and mentorship to project managers and coordinators.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration between Sales, Logistics, and Procurement teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management, procurement, or supply chain management in the power equipment industry.
• Strong knowledge of power equipment and procurement is preferred but not required.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, sales, and operations teams.
• Experience negotiating with vendors and ensuring contract compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Project Management Software (ex: smart sheets).

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and quarterly bonus programs.
• Full menu of benefits, including 401(k) (matched), health, dental, vision, life insurance, pre- and post-tax savings options, and paid time off.
• A safe, secure workspace focused on achieving maximum productivity.
• Opportunities for innovation and suggestion.