Project Manager

Responsibilities

• Organize and lead kick-off meetings for new projects (based on scope and customer need).
• Establish Project Plans (tasks & schedule) and gather related data for downstream tasks (New Item Set-up, BOM’s, Fab Cards/Work Instructions, Purchase Requisitions, and Testing, etc.).
• Work directly with outside vendors (via Sourcing Group) to source/purchase products and/or components (including packaging, clips and plastic, etc.).
• Cookinate all design & structure resources to deliver desired results.
• Coordinate/communicate on-time delivery with ship-to location and customer.
• Effective inventory planning related to new product launches.
• Review quotes and invoicing of project related purchases and assisting in the resolution of receivable and collection issues.
• Documentation of our business and operating process for that customer project and distribution of the information throughout the organization.
• Involvement in special projects as required (marketing, sales support, product development, product refresh, etc,).
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts including cost saving ideas.
• Suggestion of alternative products or services to meet customer needs or price points.
• Participate in Plant Safety Committee.
• Follow at all times GMPs (Good Manufacturing Processes).

Requirements

• 4 Year Bachelor Degree
• Desired 1-3 years’ experience in the Retail Industry or related field such as product design, printing, corrugated or advertising.
• Understands the basics of printing and converting for packaging and/or displays, as well as product sourcing and development processes.
• Strong Computer Skills (Windows, Email, Word, Excel, Team Work/Project Scheduling)
• Willingness to learn
• Overriding customer service orientation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong accuracy working with numbers
• Demonstrates leadership ability and can work in a team environment
• Can negotiate skillfully to win concessions without damaging relationships
• Martial resources (people, support) to get things done