Project Manager

About the Role

Logoplaste is seeking a Project Manager to join the team in Inwood, WV. This role involves managing project timelines, budgets, and client relationships while ensuring project deliverables meet quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.
• Track project milestones and deliverables; revise work plans as needed to meet changing requirements.
• Identify clear objectives, resources, and assign individual responsibilities.
• Manage due dates for tasks and promote action plans to keep projects on track.
• Oversee day-to-day operational aspects of projects.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Review deliverables prepared by the team before passing them to the client.
• Apply ILab methodology and enforce project standards.
• Prepare for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.
• Minimize exposure and risk on projects.
• Ensure project documents are complete, up-to-date, and stored appropriately.
• Gather information proactively to propose alternatives and make decisions, even if controversial.
• Participate in training sessions, presentations, and meetings.
• Travel as required for client meetings, plant support, or supplier visits.

Project Accounting

• Draft and submit budget proposals; review them when necessary.
• Manage project budgets.
• Determine appropriate revenue and ensure timely, accurate invoicing.
• Follow up with clients regarding unpaid invoices.
• Analyze project profitability, revenue, and margins.

Technical Competencies

• Financial Management: Understand Logoplaste’s pricing model and billing procedures; accurately forecast revenue, profitability, and margins.
• Business Development: Identify business development and sales opportunities; convey Logoplaste’s message effectively in discussions.
• Technical Understanding:
  • General understanding of rigid plastic packaging development and production.
  • Familiarity with Internet, Intranet, and ILab software.
  • Deep understanding of ILab capabilities.
  • Awareness of new and emerging technologies and their potential applications.
  • Knowledge of quality management, food contact legislation, logistics, and marketing.
• Communication:
  • Fluent in English (spoken and written).
  • Facilitate team and client meetings effectively.
  • Hold regular status meetings with the project team.
  • Keep the project team informed of organizational changes.
  • Communicate relevant project information to superiors.
  • Deliver engaging, informative, and well-organized presentations.
  • Resolve or escalate issues in a timely manner.
  • Communicate difficult or sensitive information tactfully.

Professional Qualities

• Leadership:
  • Challenge others to develop themselves.
  • Inspire coworkers to attain goals and pursue excellence.
  • Identify opportunities for improvement and suggest constructive changes.
  • Stay updated on emerging industry practices.
  • Understand team (human resources) management.
  • Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Teamwork:
  • Acknowledge and appreciate each team member’s contributions.
  • Utilize team members to their fullest potential.
  • Motivate the team to work efficiently together.
  • Track and share lessons learned with team members.
  • Mitigate team conflict and communication problems.
• Client Management:
  • Manage day-to-day client interactions.
  • Set and manage client expectations.
  • Develop lasting relationships with client personnel.
  • Communicate effectively to identify needs and evaluate business solutions.
  • Seek opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships.
  • Build a knowledge base of each client’s business, organization, and objectives.
• Organizational Responsibilities:
  • Suggest areas for improvement in internal processes and propose solutions.
  • Lead internal teams or task forces.
  • Comply with and enforce standard policies and procedures.
  • Prioritize and execute tasks effectively in a high-pressure environment.