Project Coordinator

Werner Electric Supply Company; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with company...

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Werner Electric Supply Company seeks a Project Orders Coordinator in Wisconsin to manage all project orders from kickoff to completion, coordinating entry, maintenance, and ongoing communication with customers and Account Managers.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and 2–4 years of related experience, with strong computer and math skills. Collaboration with multiple internal teams ensures timely, accurate delivery and exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2-4 years of related experience preferred (vendor management, customer service, logistics, purchasing).
• Basic computer and math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Enter and manage assigned jobs within Job Management, Solar, vendor portals and all applicable systems.
• Create and provide all applicable reports for assigned jobs to the appropriate Account Managers and customers.
• Review and provide weekly shipping status reports to customers and Account Managers communicating critical shipping information.
• Navigate through frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events and change approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Collaborate with Account Managers and external rep teams to meet and provide solutions to customer needs.
• Monitor and utilize systems to initiate the appropriate methods and documentation needed to launch the assigned projects by preparing and sending pre-order entry submittals.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Pricing, Quotation, Delivery and Warehousing teams to develop and maintain relationships that will allow for a better customer experience.
• Collaborate with peers and leadership to ensure best practices are being utilized to allow for the highest level of customer experience.

Skills

Vendor management

Customer service

Logistics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Be Yourself. Build Your Career. Be Exceptional Together.

At Werner, we're more than an electrical distributor - we're a community that empowers people to grow, innovate, and truly make a difference. Our culture celebrates individuality, encourages creativity, and values each person's voice; creating a space where you can be yourself, connect with others, and build a meaningful career. We believe in balance and flexibility, so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Together, we can make an impact and build something exceptional for our customers, families, communities, and each other.

Summary: Manage all project orders received for customers from start to finish. This includes the launch, entry, maintenance, and consistent communication needed for each project.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Enter and manage assigned jobs within Job Management, Solar, vendor portals and all applicable systems.
• Create and provide all applicable reports for assigned jobs to the appropriate Account Managers and customers.
• Review and provide weekly shipping status reports to customers and Account Managers communicating critical shipping information.
• Navigate through frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events and change approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Collaborate with Account Managers and external rep teams to meet and provide solutions to customer needs.
• Monitor and utilize systems to initiate the appropriate methods and documentation needed to launch the assigned projects by preparing and sending pre-order entry submittals.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Pricing, Quotation, Delivery and Warehousing teams to develop and maintain relationships that will allow for a better customer experience.
• Collaborate with peers and leadership to ensure best practices are being utilized to allow for the highest level of customer experience.

Minimum & Preferred Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2-4 years of related experience preferred (vendor management, customer service, logistics, purchasing)
• Basic computer and math skills required

Company Overview

Founded in 1948, Werner has grown from a small appliance store in downtown Neenah, WI into an award-winning employer and leading electrical distributor with 12 branch locations in Wisconsin and Upper-Michigan. Headquartered in Appleton, WI, we provide electrical, lighting, network, process, and inventory management solutions for a diverse group of industrial and construction customers. We are a growing, privately-held company with over 450 employees who uphold a family culture built around exceptional customer service. As a recent New North Workplace Excellence Award winner, we’re dedicated to the continuous improvement of our people, products, and services to ensure the long‑term success of our employees and customers.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Accident Insurance & Critical Illness Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual bonuses and merit increases based on performance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
• Career Development & Leadership Training
• Paid Parental Leave

Werner is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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