Project Manager I

KGPCo is the go-to partner to Communications Service Providers. Our customers rely on our extensive range of network solutions and services to help them build, maintain, and transform networks that connect the world.

The communications industry is evolving every day and we are at the frontline of these innovations. From ground to cloud, the work we do is transforming networks and impacting communities nationwide. It’s work that happens because of our motivated teams of doers and problem solvers.

Our Core Values define how we do business:
• The Customer is Everything.
• Relationships Matter. All of Them.
• Question Things. Take Action.
• Work Hard. Work Smart. Enjoy the Experience.
• Growth Mindset.

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SUMMARY:
The Project Manager will manage the flow of materials, from supplier through production to meet customer availability requirements and maximize customer service, while minimizing transportation costs, and supporting efficient Distribution/MFG Center operations. This position works closely with the Supply planning & purchasing, Product Management, DC/MFG Operations, Transportation, and Sourcing Teams to develop and execute solutions that provide outstanding customer service and communication, reduced supply chain costs, and improved supplier performance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Monitor finished goods inventory, on-order and receipt schedules to ensure achievement of customers’ availability requirements
• Manage scheduling and expedite material flow to ensure achievement of customers’ availability requirements while minimizing premium freight costs.
• Manages logistics for both inbound and outbound freight scheduling, cost reduction/avoidance, etc.
• Identify, develop and communicate corrective actions for performance shortfalls.
• Proactively work with customers to resolve issues related to availability, material and shipments.
• Provide functional MRP and WMS systems and material flow expertise.
• Collaborate with other internal and customer teams to improve forecast, purchasing, transportation, receiving, and delivering of products to meet customer requirements
• Facilitate supplier discussions to support material flow, projects, and escalations.
• Identify and propose alternate sources and substitute products
• Perform analysis, make recommendations, and facilitate the resolution of issues
• Develop, document and implement best-in-class processes and improvements
• Engage IT in automation.

SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Adhere to, promote, and accept responsibility for compliance to Federal and Local Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, Industry Consensus Standards, and KGP Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual.
• Participate in job site safety/hazard analysis.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Statistics, or 5+ years equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of Project Management experience.
• Wireless industry knowledge and experience desirable.
• Certification such as CPIM or CSCP desirable.
• Strong proficiency with computer skills especially with ERP and WMS systems.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Intermediate-level user of Microsoft Excel.
• Track record of successful project management.
• Must be willing to travel domestically 5-10% of the time.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write simple correspondence; ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the Company.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
• Ability to add and subtract 10-digit numbers, to multiply and divide with tens and hundreds; ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.

REASONING ABILITY:
• No major critical thinking required. Work follows established job aids and business rules. Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form; ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

BENEFITS:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with Company match
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick/safe time
• Pet insurance for our non-human family members

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law