Project Manager at WebstaurantStore

Job Description

Compensation: Starting at $60,000-$65,000

As a Project Manager on the Outbound Transportation Team, you will lead and support key initiatives and projects centered around improving shipping costs, shipping speed, and the delivery experience. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are thoroughly organized, stay on track, and that every detail is researched, addressed, and effectively implemented. Additionally, all decisions should be data-driven when possible, utilizing insights to guide actions and optimize outcomes.

Responsibilities

As a Project Manager, your responsibilities will include:

Project Planning & Execution: Develop project plans that define the scope and timeline. Set up digital tracking systems (e.g., Asana, OneDrive, OneNote) to monitor progress and document information gathered and decisions made. Take responsibility for making decisions and ensuring their execution.
Timeline Management: Establish clear goals and milestones for each project, closely monitoring progress and adjusting plans as necessary to address delays or changing requirements. Ensure the project maintains momentum with a sense of urgency, while staying on track to meet its deadlines.
Master the Material: Develop a deep knowledge of the project’s content and related systems, including how work impacts both upstream and downstream stakeholders. Be prepared to clearly articulate broad concepts and details with confidence and expertise.
Work with Data: Dive into the relevant data associated with the project, including interpreting key metrics, analyzing trends, and using insights to drive informed decision-making. When applicable, use available tools to manipulate data to answer questions.
Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders involved in the project. Maintain regular communication to provide updates, manage expectations, and address concerns.
Team Management: Coordinate project team members to ensure effective collaboration, timely delivery, and high-quality, accurate outcomes.
Reporting & Documentation: Provide regular project status reports to Leadership. Maintain detailed records of all project-related activities and decisions.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed while sitting/standing and interfacing with a personal computer.
Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
Requires occasional bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
Requires the ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs.

Remote Work Qualifications

Access to a reliable and secure high-speed internet connection. Cable or fiber internet connections (at least 75mbps download/10mbps upload) are preferred, as satellite connections often cannot support the technologies used to perform day-to-day tasks.
Access to a home router and modem.
A dedicated home office space that is noise- and distraction-free. The space should have strong wireless connection or a wired Ethernet connection (wired connection is preferred, if possible).
A valid, physical address (apartment, suite, etc.). PO Boxes are not supported, as a physical address is required for you to receive your computer equipment.
The desire and ability to work and communicate with other team members via chat, webcam, etc.
Legal residents of one of the following states: (AK, AL, AR, AZ, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, or WY). H-1B Visa Sponsorship Not Available, W2 only.

Experience

Experience in Project Management required.

Education

This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else.

Desired Traits & Skills

We are looking for driven, motivated candidates who:

Has excellent analytical skills
Adept at communicating effectively to a variety of audiences
Able to prioritize and balance multiple responsibilities
Willing to take initiative and ownership of problems to find solutions
Leverages data to support proposed solutions
Able to balance desired business and customer outcomes
A team player who wants to contribute to a thriving culture
Able to flourish in a fast-paced, changing environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerBI, and/or Project Management Software a plus

Company Overview

The foodservice professional’s premier source for restaurant equipment, supplies, and knowledge online. Our purpose is to empower and equip people to run their businesses more profitably and efficiently.

Benefits

Medical
Vision
Dental
PTO
Paid Maternity Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Disability
Dependent Care FSA
401(k) matching
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Incentives
Company Discounts
AT&T & Verizon Discount
Bonus Opportunities
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Adoption Assistance

Available at HQ Locations Only

On-Site Fitness Centers
Dog-friendly Offices

Benefits found in job post

Paid maternity leave
401(k)