Project Manager

Company: Kelly
Location: Howell
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Kelly Engineering Resources has an exciting direct-hire opportunity for a Project Manager to join a growing global automated guided vehicle manufacturer's North American team. This position has a flexible/remote home-base when traveling is not required. The Project Manager will be responsible for leading and managing orders through the process of the quotation stage up to after sales. This process includes programming, installation/coordinating, training and frequent contact with the customer on site. The Project Manager will implement each logistic automation project successfully with the customer. This role is the link between the customer and the internal organization.Primary Responsibilities:* Frequent and direct contact with the client* Main contact between the customer and the internal organization* Gathering the customer's specifications* Analyzing the customer's application in order to understand how company's products or customizations of the product will meet the customers need* Planning, executing, monitoring and closing projects* Carrying out the billing control?Minimum Qualifications:* Engineering or Technical Degree preferred* 3 +years of experience as a Project Manager in the industrial sector (background in robotics, automation, material handling or systems integration highly preferred).* PMP Certification preferred* Experience with PLC's a plus* Experience working in logistics/ automotive/AGV industry highly preferred but not required* Confident and assertive nature with the ability to work independently* Strong communication, analytical, summarizing, logistic and planning skills* High attention to detail and accuracy* Positive attitude and ability to adapt to changing circumstances* Ability to travel 50%* Primary work area is controlled office environment, requiring the ability to sit for extend periods of time* Customer facilities typically are large manufacturing or distribution plants, requiring walking for extends periods of time

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