Why The Next Step (TNS):
Are you ready to take "the next step" in your career with a company that's transforming the global manufacturing landscape? At The Next Step Inc., we provide a vibrant, fast-paced environment where innovation, efficiency, and clarity are at the core of everything we do. We work closely with clients ranging from C-Suite executives to operations managers, helping them streamline processes and achieve tangible results. If you thrive in a culture that values trust, growth, and continuous improvement and are passionate about making a difference, then join us and embark on a journey where every day offers new opportunities for learning, growth, and impact.
The Opportunity:
The Project Manager role at The Next Step offers a unique opportunity to lead efficient project execution and enhance client satisfaction through strategic oversight and relationship management. This position focuses on the following:
- Leading efficient project execution: Drive project success through strategic oversight and relationship management.
- Coordinate projects (spec-schedule-cost): Ensure deliverables align with client expectations by managing project details and adhering to established deadlines.
- Proactive communication: Engage with clients to resolve questions or concerns and maintain clear communication.
- Tracking project status and addressing potential issues: Monitor progress and resolve any issues to keep projects on track – course correct to meet and exceed expectations.
- Leading client meetings: Guide discussions, foster collaboration, and identify subject matter experts (SMEs) as needed.
- Onboarding new clients: Manage the onboarding process, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed.
- Supporting financial tasks: Create estimates and invoices in QuickBooks, assisting with financial management as needed.
- Collaboration with Strategic Manager: Work on forecasting, resource prioritization, and identifying growth opportunities.
- Demonstrating a continuous improvement mindset: Drive excellence and accountability through a focus on ongoing improvement and innovation.
The Challenges:
The Project Manager role demands an individual who embraces challenges head-on. You'll face a demanding, fast-paced consulting environment where you will face the following expectations:
- Thrive in a demanding, fast-paced consulting environment with multiple clients and projects.
- Operate within a small, remote team by balancing independence with collaboration while managing multiple clients and projects.
- Work in a demanding, fast-paced environment, requiring a proactive attitude and meticulous attention to detail.
- Manage client interactions with tact and assertiveness, adapting to different personalities.
- Have a strong background in manufacturing and must have experience in new product development.
- Juggle multiple responsibilities and quickly adapt to new technologies.
- Residence in the Twin Cities metro area. Be prepared for occasional travel as required.
- Manage and oversee accounts while also working with the internal team to identify growth opportunities.
Ask Yourself:
- Are you prepared to thrive in a demanding, fast-paced consulting environment while simultaneously managing multiple clients and projects?
- Can you effectively handle diverse personalities, problem-solve effectively, and communicate assertively in a remote team setting?
- Are you prepared to maintain extreme attention to detail, multitask seamlessly, and adapt quickly to new technologies and shifting priorities?
Required Role Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, with roles in project management, product management, or new product development (NPD)
- 3+ years of experience in client-facing roles within the manufacturing industry
- Technical expertise with familiarity with project management tools (i.e., Wrike and QuickBooks)
- Residence in the Twin Cities metro area
- Ability to travel as required
Preferred Role Experience/Certifications:
- Previous experience with the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)
- PMP certification
Required Soft Skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Multitasking and focusing on execution.
- Proactive, independent, and highly organized with a focus on strategic alignment and client satisfaction
- Capable of working with minimal supervision and seeking continuous improvement opportunities
Compensation: $100k - $110k