Project Manager Assistant

The Project Manager Assistant is a meticulous individual with excellent interpersonal skills who supports the management of multiple customer projects for a growing wholesale distributor. This position assists in growing organizational sales through relationship building, vendor coordination, collaboration with the Texas Project Manager, and managing projects from quote to invoice. Duties & Responsibilities Assist in managing multiple projects at once. Develop relationships with both customers and manufacturers. Work to provide timely and competitive product quotes. Work in cooperation with internal departments to manage cost needs or requests in a timely manner; track and report on the progress of pricing needs or requests. Develop and maintain constructive relationships with other business units and departments. Demonstrate professionalism when representing the company in all communications with internal and external customers and manufacturers. Sustain housekeeping standards in accordance with company appearance guidelines. Maintain facility/job site adherence to internal safety standards and OSHA compliance. Meet company standards for quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis. Adhere to company policies, procedures, and directives regarding workplace behavior while maintaining regular and timely attendance. Accurately pick, stage, prepare, verify, and load customer orders, transfers, delivery shipments, and will-call orders. Receive, inspect, unload, verify, label, and stock inbound materials accurately and efficiently. Maintain accurate inventory handling practices through proper product placement and staging procedures. Identify and communicate inventory discrepancies, damaged materials, shipping errors, and safety issues to warehouse leadership. Support inventory accuracy by participating in cycle counts, inventory verification, and discrepancy resolution activities. Assist with material movement, staging, loading, unloading, pipe handling, and warehouse organization activities as assigned. Safely operate or become certified to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and warehouse material handling equipment. Maintain warehouse organization, housekeeping, aisle cleanliness, and staging area standards. Greet and assist customers, drivers, vendors, and fellow employees in a professional, respectful, and customer-focused manner. Follow all Company policies, OSHA requirements, and warehouse operational procedures at all times. Required Skills & Abilities Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities. Excellent interpersonal and customer contact skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and telephone etiquette. Computer skills and aptitude; Microsoft Office preferred with proficiency in Excel and Teams. Credible, responsive team player with a collaborative, consultative style. Goal-oriented and self-motivated with strong decision-making and problem-resolution skills. Effectively sets priorities, maintains organization, and meets deadlines. Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States. Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain operational accuracy in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Ability to work independently and as part of a team while maintaining productivity and professionalism. Ability to identify and communicate operational concerns, inventory discrepancies, and safety issues in a timely manner. Ability to safely operate or become certified to operate forklifts and pallet jacks. Dependable attendance, punctuality, reliability, and consistent work performance required. Experience with plumbing, PVF, industrial, warehouse, or distribution products preferred but not required. Must be insurable by Company Vehicle Insurance. Education & Experience High school diploma or equivalent, or two or more years of relevant work experience required. Previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, inventory, logistics, or material handling experience preferred. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, climb, and move throughout warehouse facilities for extended periods of time. Must be able to occasionally lift and carry up to 70 pounds or more safely. Must be able to safely operate warehouse equipment and navigate warehouse aisles, storage racks, loading docks, and staging areas. Must be able to work in seasonally hot or cold warehouse and outdoor conditions. Ability to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities. Must be able to obtain and retain DOT Medical Certification to drive company vehicles. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wayne Pipe & Supply, Inc.