Project Manager

PD Instore•Minneapolis, MN

11d•$75,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

PD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer’s experience. 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. 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.

Requirements

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
Bachelor’s degree in communication, Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Engineering
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

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