Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Advantus Corp. is seeking a Project Manager to oversee assigned projects from product development through delivery. The role manages product design, sourcing, factory communications, project timelines, quality control, creative presentations, and customer-facing sales support.
Responsibilities
- Oversees product design and development activities through item setup
- Manages product and material sourcing, specs, prepares quotes, and ensures competitive costs
- Manages factory base, directs communications with factories, and new product sourcing
- Initiates and manages project planning, executing, monitoring, to ensure execution on all development activities
- Collaborates with the creative team to mockup products for sales presentations and sample submission and ensures samples are submitted on time
- Manages project timelines, QC, and product rework to ensure all products ship on time and of high quality to the end customer
- Manages the creation of sales presentations and participates in sales calls as needed
Skills
- Bachelor's degree and 6+ years in a leadership role
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
- Superior knowledge of product development processes and employee management
- Proven ability to plan and manage projects for maximum efficiency and productivity
- Ability to streamline or implement process improvements, structure, and role designation that boost speed and efficiency while supporting rapidly shifting business demands
- Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects at one time
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