Project Coordinator

Sonepar • Akron, OH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Echo Electric, a brand owned by Sonepar, is seeking a solution-driven Project Coordinator to join their growing team. The Project Coordinator will be responsible for managing projects from the receipt of a purchase order to successful customer delivery. This role serves as the liaison between Echo Electric and the customer, handling all internal project coordination and external customer communication. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and possess strong problem-solving and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate
• 1+ years of administrative experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Teamwork attitude and willingness to learn and jump in wherever needed to keep projects moving.
• Growth-oriented approach—someone eager to learn, meet customer needs, and contribute to team success.
• Ability to prioritize and adapt in a fast-paced environment without losing focus on quality.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and solve problems before they escalate.
• Attention to detail and skill to track progress.
• Proven ability to manage timelines, resources and deliverables across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Problem-solving skills
• Computer skills

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects from receipt of purchase order to successful delivery to the customer.
• Act as the liaison between Echo Electric and the customer.
• Manage all internal project coordination and external communication with the customer.
• Communicate the scope of the project and outline project timelines.
• Support cross-functional teams such as quotations and outside sales by providing resourceful problem-solving.
• Provide project status reports to customers.
• Work with reps and manufacturers to ensure that deliveries are maintained.
• Manage change orders and communicate all project changes to the team.
• Maintain project files and ensure all key information is maintained and accessible.
• Identify potential roadblocks and proactively develop solutions to keep projects on track and expectations aligned.
• Confirm that all invoicing and receiving are complete prior to project close out.
• Occasionally meet with customers to establish expectations, timelines, and other necessary project updates.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid short term and long-term disability and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401K match
• Profit Sharing
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee development
• Annual Safety Shoe Reimbursement
• Employee Discount on products
• Access to a variety of trainings for personal development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED