Project Manager Assistant

Position Overview: Meticulous individual with excellent interpersonal skills to manage multiple projects for a growing wholesale distributor. Assist in growing organizational sales through relationship building, vendor negotiations, collaborations with the Account Manager, and managing projects from quote to invoice.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Managing multiple projects at once.
• Develop relationships with both customers and manufacturers.
• Work to provide timely and competitive product quotes.
• Works in cooperation with internal departments to manage any cost needs or requests in a timely manner. Tracks and report on the progress of any pricing needs or requests. Keep departments and employees informed of the progress of requests.
• Develops and maintains constructive relationships with other business units and departments.
• Demonstrates professionalism when representing the company in all communications with internal and external customers and manufacturers.
• Sustains housekeeping standards in accordance with company appearance guidelines.
• Maintains facility/job site to internal safety standards and OSHA compliance.
• In addition to the essential functions and responsibilities listed above, all positions are also responsible for:
• Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that follows all company policies and procedures.
• Adhering to company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments while maintaining regular and timely attendance.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to handle multiple tasks/ priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer contact skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills & telephone etiquette.
• Demonstrates computer skills and aptitude; Microsoft Office preferred with proficiency in Excel and Teams.
• Credible, responsive team-player.
• Collaborative, consultative, “team-oriented” style with self-directed, compassionate, and independent work ethic.
• Goal-oriented and self-motivated.
• Decision-making and problem resolution skills.
• Listening effectively when others are speaking.
• Effectively sets priorities, maintains organization, and meets deadlines
• Ability to perform and retain various skill related tasks, training, and operations.
• Computer/printer/copier/scanner.
• Telephone/cell.
• All equipment related to area for job requirements.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent or 2+ years relevant work experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.