Job DetailsJob Location: Tempo - Minneapolis, MN 55427Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 Salary/year
MISSION
PD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer’s experience.
ABOUT PD
Founded in 1938, PD is a world-renowned design-to-build partner that crafts custom, future-forward brand solutions for some of the largest brands in retail.
Summary
PD is looking for an ambitious, curious, and optimistic Project Manager — You’re someone people rely on. You take ownership, bring clarity, connect teams, and keep momentum, so nothing falls through the cracks.
The Project Manager is responsible for leading cross-functional projects from concept through delivery within a design-to-build manufacturing environment. This role serves as the central point of coordination between account directors, production, planning, purchasing, manufacturing, logistics and installation to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to quality standards.
The Project Manager applies professional project management practices to plan, execute, monitor, and adjust projects while balancing customer expectations, critical timelines and operational procedures.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Lead and manage projects from initial concept through final delivery
Function as the hub of internal communications throughout the life of a project
Collaborate with internal partners (account team, project coordinators, production planners, etc.) to create project plans and timelines; engage resources and ensure on time delivery
Monitor project milestones, identify risks, remove roadblocks and collaborate with SMEs to provide strategic solutions for our clients
Manage client, account team and internal stakeholder expectations by clearly communicating daily status updates, facilitating meetings, etc.
Track and monitor project budgets based on the client approved purchase order and reconciling at project completion
Track client change requests/requirements, ensuring the timing and financial impact is communicated to the account team and the client (if needed)
Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment
Follows all safety and workplace policies
Competencies and Skills
Highly organized with excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Ability to lead, inspire and motivate the team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Enforce deadlines with an overall strong sense of urgency, humor and empathy
Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Demonstrate strategic thinking while maintaining strong attention to detail
Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Ability to prioritize projects and tasks and then reprioritize when something changes
Proficient with Microsoft products, ERP systems and MRP systems
Ability to demonstrate and apply PD’s workplace values
Commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment where diversity is valued
Education/Certification
Bachelor’s degree in communication, Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Engineering
Experience
3-5 years of experience in Business Communication and/or Project/Account Management
Experience in material or production planning, supply chain planning, production control, inventory or warehouse management
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting may be required throughout the workday
Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
Benefits and perks we offer to full-time, regular employees
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
4% 401k Match with 5% Employee Contribution
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
8 Paid Holidays
Flex Time
STD, LTD and Group Life Insurance
FSA and HSA Options
Voluntary
Life Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Legal and Identity Theft Plans
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Advancement
Professional Development Opportunities
Employee Recognition
English as a Second Language Education
Online Training Opportunities
Qualifications