Project Manager 1

Miller Zell•South Fulton, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager works closely with the Sales team and Shared Services teams to fulfill client needs and build client relationships. The role requires excellent communication, multitasking, proactivity, and organization, along with the ability to track project progress, recognize risks, and resolve issues while balancing the overall project landscape with detailed requirements. The position is office-based and only Atlanta-based candidates will be considered. Print industry experience is highly preferred. Some travel may be required depending on the client and scope of work.

Requirements

Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in purchasing, negotiating, and estimating.
Project coordination skills.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to multitask, be proactive and organized, track project progress, identify risks, and resolve issues.
Must be based in Atlanta; only Atlanta-based candidates will be considered.
Ability to lift and/or push up to 30 pounds with mechanical assistance.
Ability to perform stooping, kneeling, bending, manual dexterity, repetitive hand and arm coordination, finger dexterity, vision acuity for both far and near, and depth perception.
Able to sit 75% of the time and stand or walk 25% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.
Print industry experience, particularly in purchasing, estimating, and/or customer service, is strongly preferred.
Basic inventory control knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

Understand customer service functions and perform all Project Manager functions.
Manage small projects of varying complexity and ensure they progress on schedule and within budget.
Partner with Customer Service to release orders.
Partner with Creative on design, design intent, strategy, and presentations.
Partner with the Graphic Center to determine print substrates and production methods suited to the final use of each print project.
Partner with Design Development to determine materials and production methods suited to the design intent of fixture projects.
Partner with Procurement on purchasing outside products.
Partner with Logistics and Installation to determine timelines, shipping methods, and on-site implementation.
Seek developmental opportunities and participate in internal and professional training initiatives and seminars.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with print vendors and internal print facilities.
Attend or assist with press checks and installations.
Monitor costs and pursue cost reductions and increased profit margins.
Ensure consistency and quality control throughout the process so orders are delivered within budget and on time.
Assist with logistics issues, packaging, and shipping of products and projects at vendors and MZ warehouses.
Maintain punctuality and regular attendance.