Associate Project Manager Ops

SUMMARY Overview of the positionThe Associate Project Manager is an entry‐level role that supports day‐to‐day project activities within a production environment. This position collaborates with internal teams and external vendors to ensure project requirements, quality standards, and timelines are met. Supporting Upper Deck's Trading Card business units, the Associate Project Managers independently managing smaller projects and while developing the foundational skills needed to lead more complex initiatives.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.Support communication with print manufacturers and finishing partners to meet or exceed production schedules, pack-out timelines, and product release datesCreate, maintain, and take ownership of manufacturing documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely updates for assigned projectsMaster all production-related processes to support the individual productParticipate in post-production meetings to evaluate outcomes, identify improvements, and ensure project expectations are metAttend case checks with a focus on correct pack placement and adherence product standardsSubmit Requests for Quote (RFQs) to outside print vendors in a timely manner to obtain preliminary pricingApply strong organizational, editing, and proofreading skills to manage multiple high-priority projects with close attention to detailINTERACTIONThis position will interact closely with the Project Manager, Project Management Manager, Sports/Entertainment Brand, Purchasing, Project Managers in California, and Logistics Coordinators.EDUCATION/YEARS EXPERIENCE* Bachelor's degree in business, Sports Management, Operations, or a related field preferred* 1+ year of experience in project coordination, production support, or a related roleREQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESProficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with additional project or production systems is a plusFamiliarity with project management concepts, tools, and workflowsStrong written communication skillsDemonstrated interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilitiesExcellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentProfessional demeanor with a collaborative, team-oriented approachAbility to work with minimal supervision while exercising sound judgment and discretionHands-on, energetic, and motivated self-starter, with flexibility to work additional hours as required