Project Coordinator - 12 Month Undergraduate Placement Job Details | Sulzer

Sulzer; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering leader in Leeds is seeking a Project Manager for their Year in Industry Placement. The role involves managing customer interactions, overseeing order handling, and ensuring project profitability. You'll collaborate with different departments and have the chance to shadow experienced project managers. Ideal candidates should be pursuing a business-related degree, be proficient in Microsoft Office, and possess strong interpersonal skills. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a salary, pension scheme, and extensive holiday time.

Benefits

Competitive salary and company bonus scheme

33 days’ holiday

Defined contribution pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Onsite gym access

Discounts on shopping and lifestyle

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and customer-service oriented.
• Ability to act independently.
• Strong interpersonal and team working skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to address inquiries and ensure satisfaction.
• Foster positive relationships through effective communication.
• Efficiently process orders from receipt to completion.
• Collaborate with various departments for streamlined fulfillment.
• Monitor project financials to ensure profitability targets are met.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Customer service orientation

Ability to act independently

Adaptability to change

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Currently pursuing a business-related degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

About us

With two centuries of rich history, Sulzer stands as a global leader in fluid engineering and chemical processing. Today, we proudly pioneer sustainable solutions, dedicated to creating a brighter future. Join our dynamic team of over 13,000 professionals spread across 160 world‑class facilities. Boasting revenues of CHF 3.2 billion and shares actively traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange, Sulzer presents a distinctive opportunity for you to contribute to innovative projects and make a significant global impact. Your adventure in shaping the future starts right here!

Overview of the Role

Discover your potential as a Project Manager through our Year in Industry Placement at our state‑of‑the‑art facility in Leeds. Join our dynamic team where you'll be responsible for customer management, order handling, and project profitability under the guidance of an Order/Project Manager. Your role spans the entire project lifecycle, encompassing order receipt, launch, execution milestones, customer interaction, and commercial management. You will also have the opportunity to shadow experienced project managers, refining your skills and applying gained insights to your own projects.

What you’ll be doing

• Engage with customers to address inquiries and ensure satisfaction.
• Foster positive relationships through effective communication.
• Efficiently process orders from receipt to completion.
• Collaborate with various departments for streamlined fulfillment.
• Foster collaboration to optimize processes and meet project objectives.
• Monitor project financials to ensure profitability targets are met.

Experience and knowledge required

• Strong interpersonal and team working skills.
• Enthusiastic and customer‑service oriented.
• Ability to act independently.
• Adaptability to change.
• Currently pursuing a business‑related degree.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

What we offer you

We offer an opportunity to join a globally renowned company spearheading innovation and sustainability. Receive mentorship and guidance from industry professionals, nurturing your professional development. Explore diverse career paths and departments, honing your skills and expertise. Access exclusive learning pathways to broaden your knowledge base. Engage with a lively undergraduate community, fostering collaboration and prioritising learning. Embrace the chance to forge lasting connections as you embark on this exciting journey towards a sustainable future!

Benefits

• Competitive salary and company bonus scheme.
• 33 days’ holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) + service days.
• Defined contribution pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal well‑being.
• Convenient on‑site facilities: free onsite car park, discounted staff canteen, and access to a 24/7 onsite gym.
• Access to discounts on everyday shopping, entertainment, and lifestyle.

No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

At Sulzer, you are empowered to deliver superior results. As a pioneer in industry we have a proud heritage of innovation and continue to evolve for the future. Join our story and create your own impact by developing your expertise and building solutions that help make our lives safer, smarter and more sustainable.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2024 in Brazil, China, Germany, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States. Come and join our story!