Project Manager

Role: Associate Project Manager Department: Warehouse Equipment Project Implementation Location: Kansas City, MO Employment Type: Full-Time This entry-level role will support the sales team by helping with customer calls, preparing presentations, and creating tailored solutions based on customer needs. You'll assist with proposal development and manage smaller projects and key accounts as directed. Collaboration with Project Managers, Senior Project Managers, and Salespeople will be essential in this role. Overall Responsibilities Oversee the individual projects of the Account Manager Act as the liaison between the customer and the Account Manager Stay up to date on all products/systems/offerings within the industry Collaborate with Account Managers to evaluate customer needs, design and present the best solution to the customer Collaborate with Account Managers to visit customer sites and interface with appropriate customer contacts Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for flawless execution of projects Develop and prepare effective proposals to provide to Account/Prospect Interact with clients to identify and define project requirements Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track the progress of each open job Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs Perform risk management to minimize project risks Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation Adhere to company project management processes Analyze and review the project after completion to identify improvement opportunities Share project results and best practices within the team and company Participate in internal projects as required Manages low-complexity projects Submit engineering prelim requests Assists with verifying counts/design for upcoming projects Complete low- to moderately-complex proposals Provide day-to-day support to Project Managers and Senior Project Managers Knowledge & Skills Requirements Highly detail-oriented, ability to manage critical deadlines Ability to multitask effectively & prioritize & execute tasks Experience in working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential Ability to work through project issues with customers in a timely manner Strong written and oral communication skills: In-person meetings, email, phone calls Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies Strong technical aptitude – highly knowledgeable of industry systems including complex integrated systems and components BA/BS or equivalent experience Professional Qualities Fast-Paced Multi-Tasker Attention to Details Strong work ethic Ability to follow through with tasks given by colleagues and complete them on time Work Conditions Office & field oriented position with some overnight travel to project sites required Overtime will be required when needed Additional Benefits Competitive Salary and Bonus Structure Generous Paid Time Off Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits 401K with Company Match Company HSA Contribution Professional Growth Opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr