Project Manager - Foodservice Equipment

TriMark•Bedford Park, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Project Manager, you will serve as the primary operational partner and support lead for a Contract Sales Executive responsible for developing business, managing client relationships, and driving revenue growth. This role is not limited to traditional project coordination, but it requires someone who can anticipate needs, manage moving pieces, and help execute projects and sales initiatives from initial opportunity through final delivery. This position requires flexibility, responsiveness, strong ownership mentality, and the ability to independently drive projects to completion.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent practical or military experience preferred.
2+ years of project management, operations, sales support, or related experience preferred.
Experience in foodservice, construction, contract sales, distribution, or a related industry is highly preferred.
Experience supporting sales teams, managing client relationships, or coordinating complex projects is a plus.
Experience in JDE/ JD Edwards is a plus.
Ability to successfully pass a background check post-offer acceptance.

Nice To Haves

Experience in foodservice, construction, contract sales, distribution, or a related industry is highly preferred.
Experience supporting sales teams, managing client relationships, or coordinating complex projects is a plus.
Experience in JDE/ JD Edwards is a plus.

Responsibilities

Plan, monitor, coordinate, and oversee all phases of equipment package installations and contract sales projects from procurement through completion.
Manage timelines, schedules, deliverables, installations, shipments, and communication to ensure projects move forward efficiently and successfully.
Take ownership of projects and operational tasks from start to finish with minimal supervision.
Anticipate project challenges, identify gaps before they become issues, and proactively implement solutions.
Serve as the organizational and operational backbone supporting the Contract Sales Executive in managing multiple active clients and projects simultaneously.
Work closely with internal teams including Design, Sales Operations, Distribution, Vendors, and Contractors to ensure seamless execution and customer satisfaction.
Coordinate communication between clients, contractors, subcontractors, manufacturers, and internal departments.
Review bid documents, contracts, quotes, and shop drawings to ensure alignment with customer expectations and project requirements.
Help manage priorities, schedules, follow-ups, and action items to keep projects and sales opportunities progressing.
Maintain professional and responsive communication with clients, vendors, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Support the Contract Sales Executive in building and maintaining strong customer relationships through exceptional service and responsiveness.
Ensure customer needs, questions, and concerns are addressed quickly and effectively.
Assist in creating a positive customer experience that supports long-term business growth and repeat business opportunities.
Participate in weekly meetings, project calls, and client updates while maintaining clear and organized communication across all parties.
Provide consistent status updates, track deadlines, and ensure accountability on all deliverables.
Be available and flexible as projects and customer needs require, including occasional after-hours communication or schedule adjustments.
Demonstrate strong critical thinking and decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.
Operate with urgency, accountability, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
Be comfortable working independently, making informed decisions, and stepping in wherever needed to support the success of the team and customer.
Maintain exceptional attention to detail while balancing multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.