Project Manager
A Project Manager supporting Global National team will maintain and cultivate existing key account relationships and to develop relationships with new and potential customers by offering superior customer service and knowledge‐based solutions. This position requires the ability to multi‐task and effectively manage tasks and follow‐up tasks in a timely and organized manner. This position requires a high volume of verbal and written communication with key account clients, internal team members and vendors. The Project Manager will serve as the lead on multiple projects and will be responsible for all aspects of the project. The position is the liaison between sales, key accounts, and production to support the best outcomes for our customers.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for overall internal management of global and national customers
Field liaison for internal sales and national/global customers
Works with all DS Smith plants on program management and expectations
Facilitates RFI process for new customer opportunities.
Assists in the coordination of RFQ’s
Responsible for onboarding and implementation of new programs in NA
Participates in customer business reviews
Monitors pricing and overall profitability of customers
Maintains national/global sales pipeline
Coordinates input from field information for NAPP Sales Trading Reviews
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree with 3-5 years project management, sales account management experience in Packaging or related industry required.
Ability to complete RFQ's, request for information process, and projects on time and in full
Experience with Excel, Microsoft Office and IT literate
Strong communication and presentation skills with ability to simplify the process or data
Education
Required
Bachelors or better
Behaviors
Preferred
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Preferred
Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business