Job Description

The Associate Project Manager Associate is responsible for executing projects with low to moderate complexity and providing planning, coordination, resource management and reporting support on projects with moderate to high complexity to achieve desired project outcomes and bring projects to successful completion. The Associate supports various Project Managers with requirements gathering, scoping, and project execution by independently identifying problems, offering best possible solutions, and deciding if problems need to be brought to the Project Manager's attention. In this capacity, the Associate also manages specific sub functions for set amount of times to assist with the day to day operations of projects, develop sustainable processes, and create reporting which supports teams, functions, and company-wide initiatives.

• Assist Senior and Lead Project Managers in planning, managing, reporting, and monitoring projects from concept through implementation and closing.

• Track costs, performance, service levels and other metrics required to ensure project goals and objectives are met.

• Prepare and implement communication plan for meetings and written reports or meeting minutes to keep stakeholders and project resources informed.

• Gather data and assist with preparing various reports covering project estimates, project status and other management reports.

• Direct small projects or sections of larger projects involving cross-functional teams, multiple internal and external constituents. This includes managing and executing the day-to-day operational aspects of all assigned projects, completing project documentation, tracking deliverables and gaining consensus from stakeholders to ensure successful implementation.

• Assist with establishing project management processes and methodologies to ensure assigned projects are delivered on time, within budget and meet high quality standards and Leadership expectations using the appropriate tools.

• Meet with internal customers of assigned projects to provide status updates, reporting, and gather project-related feedback.

• Performs other duties as requested.

• Travel Required: Yes

Environment

• Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

• Warehouse : Perishable Warehouse (28F to 60F)

Skills

• Specialized Knowledge : Knowledge of project management concepts and methodologies

• Special Skills : Exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills; Strong problem-solving and time management skills; Highly detailed-oriented and organized

• Physical abilities: :

• Other: : Ability to work effectively both independently and as a part of the team; Ability to work on tight deadlines

• Other: : Ability to travel 25% of the time

Years Of Experience

• 2-5 : Years of professional experience with project management, process improvement and training responsibilities

Qualifications

Associate Degree - General Studies, Bachelor's Degree - General Studies, Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute

Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.

Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.