Project Manager

Mankiewicz; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 holidays per year

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

PTO

Overtime opportunities

On-the-job training

Safe and team-oriented environment

Employee recognition

Job summary

Mankiewicz Coatings LLC is seeking a motivated Project Manager to join our North American aviation operations. This role leads cross-functional projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer expectations.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of project management experience, excellent verbal and written communication, and familiarity with SAP and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years work experience in project management preferred.
• PMP certification is a bonus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with SAP software (preferred).
• Excellent computer proficiency (Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint).
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally.
• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage aviation-focused customer acquisition and product implementation projects.
• Act as the primary liaison between internal employees, distributors, and key aviation customers.
• Coordinate with the Sales Director and technical teams to define project scope, goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Oversee product support efforts including color-matching, supply chain coordination, and technical specifications alignment.
• Drive project timelines, monitor milestones, and ensure on-time delivery of all project phases.
• Lead project reporting, status updates, and internal communication efforts across departments.
• Facilitate and document key meetings, customer visits, technical training sessions, and trade show planning.
• Ensure accurate management of customer databases, project documentation, color samples, and marketing materials.
• Analyze and improve internal workflows related to complaint handling, order tracking, and outstanding invoices.
• Utilize SAP and other internal systems for project tracking, forecasting, and sales analytics.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal policies throughout project lifecycles.
• Identify and mitigate project risks; implement corrective actions as needed.
• Support regional sales activities and contribute to the development of business strategies.
• Ensure that all necessary information and technical details are communicated properly
• Ensure reporting processes as per defined contents and time lines
• Requires flexibility and understanding that this position may be required to perform duties outside the duties listed above in order to meet the mission and goals of Mankiewicz Coatings.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mankiewicz Coatings, LLC
1200 Charleston Regional Parkway
Charleston, SC 29492,
USA

Located directly on the ocean and with an average annual temperature of 24 degrees Celsius or 75 degrees Fahrenheit, it's no wonder that Charleston is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the U.S. East Coast. However, you won't find skyscrapers like those in so many other big cities. Instead, a glance at the skyline reveals dozens of church spires. The large number of houses of worship is said to be one of the reasons why Charleston is called "The Holy City."

Between containers and culture

Charleston is not a classic industrial city with factories and smokestacks. The city's big economic engine is its seaport, which is one of the most important on the U.S. East Coast. Even more important for the city, however, is tourism. Charleston is known for its unique culture, which blends elements from the southern states, England, France and West Africa. The absolute highlight of the calendar is the Spoleto Festival, which takes place every spring. It is considered one of the most important art festivals in the U.S. For 17 days, the city becomes a stage for artists from the fields of opera, theater, classical music and jazz. Also popular with tourists are the well-preserved historic city center and the \"Charleston Museum,\" the oldest museum in the United States.In the middle of the 18th century, the first theater in the United States was opened here.Today, you can still catch a performance at the Dock Street Theatre.

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5 years of innovation have made Mankiewicz one of the world's leading manufacturers of high-quality coating solutions for industrial series production. From small manufacturers to large global corporations, Mankiewicz is at ease in the Automotive, Aviation, Railway, Machinery, Yacht, and Wind Power industries. Countless projects and challenges have shaped the company and its product portfolio into what it is today.

Mankiewicz's paint flew to the moon on a camera lens in 1969. A Hollywood mission brought Mankiewicz to the big screen in the 1990s. In \"Golden Eye,\" the interior of James Bond's BMW Z3 was painted with Mankiewicz paint - not shaken, but well stirred by the Mankiewicz experts.

Come join one of the Best Places to Work in SC - winner in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025!

Mankiewicz Coatings LLC is looking for a motivated and reliable Project Managerto join our team. This role is a direct hire position and is responsible for leading and coordinating cross-functional projects within our North American aviation operations. This role will be responsible for managing complex customer and internal projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer expectations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage aviation-focused customer acquisition and product implementation projects.


• Act as the primary liaison between internal employees, distributors, and key aviation customers.


• Coordinate with the Sales Director and technical teams to define project scope, goals, timelines, and deliverables.


• Oversee product support efforts including color-matching, supply chain coordination, and technical specifications alignment.


• Drive project timelines, monitor milestones, and ensure on-time delivery of all project phases.


• Lead project reporting, status updates, and internal communication efforts across departments.


• Facilitate and document key meetings, customer visits, technical training sessions, and trade show planning.


• Ensure accurate management of customer databases, project documentation, color samples, and marketing materials.


• Analyze and improve internal workflows related to complaint handling, order tracking, and outstanding invoices.


• Utilize SAP and other internal systems for project tracking, forecasting, and sales analytics.


• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal policies throughout project lifecycles.


• Identify and mitigate project risks; implement corrective actions as needed.


• Support regional sales activities and contribute to the development of business strategies.


• Ensure that all necessary information and technical details are communicated properly


• Ensure reporting processes as per defined contents and time lines


• Requires flexibility and understanding that this position may be required to perform duties outside the duties listed above in order to meet the mission and goals of Mankiewicz Coatings.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred.


• Minimum of 3-5 years work experience in project management preferred.


• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a bonus.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers


• Experience with SAP software (preferred)


• Excellent computer proficiency (Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint)


• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.


• The position requires the ability to travel both domestically and internationally, including to countries and customers that may require proof of vaccination.


• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines and standard accepted practices.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.


• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.


• Requires frequent walking, standing, heavy lifting and carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling and reaching.


• Exposure to fumes and hazardous chemicals.


• This position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.


• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.


• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on the telephone

We Offer:

• 12 annual company paid holidays


• A Tuition Reimbursement Program


• A generous 401(k) employer contribution


• Paid Time Off (PTO), including vacation and sick days


• Opportunities for overtime


• On-the-job training and skill development


• Safe and team-oriented work environment


• Employee recognition program


• A generous employee referral bonus

Mankiewicz Coatings LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Aff...

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