A successful person in this role is a people-oriented problem solver who makes sound decisions, demonstrates persistence, and overcomes obstacles.
Software Program: Project, Project Online, and Synergis Adept
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
* Organize the entire project from order placement by customer through the installation and implementation phase: Schedule sub-contractors, work with material-handling equipment manufacturers and freight companies.
* On occasion solicit and receive bids from designated vendors; on occasion select vendors based on company criteria.
* Establish and manage relationships with customers and suppliers.
* Obtain customer approval for project plans
* Should be proficient with project management software
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
* Interact with sales personnel, engineers and customers as required to ensure necessary coordination and good communications.
* Process approved project change orders.
* Make periodic site visits to review project progress and report to management as necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience
3-5 years experience as a Project Manager for material handling system provider, or closely related field
General
* Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
* Excellent time-management and phone skills
* Problem solving
* Quality focus
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Strong and ethical performance history
* Ability to earn client trust with outgoing personality and strong interpersonal skills
* Desire and dedication for a long-term professional career
* Willingness to travel nationwide (possibly international) up to 75%
Language & Communication Skills
* Ability to read and interpret customer communications, spec reports, and common documents.
* Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, or members of the business community.
* Ability to develop and make presentations virtually or in person that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to customers, top management and peers.
Physical Requirements
* Ability to drive an automobile and travel using public transportation including airlines.
* Occasional bending and stooping.
* While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and hear.
* The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
* The associate is required to use hands to type, handle, or feel objects, tools and computer controls.
* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
