Project Manager

Taylor; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental & Vision

Wellness programs

Life and disability coverage

401(k) with company match

PTO and 64 hours of annual holiday pay

Job summary

Taylor Corporation is seeking an entry-level Project Manager to join the Taylor On Demand team to help manage incoming partnership onboarding projects.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in project management, with strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills. Work location includes North Mankato or Eden Prairie, MN offices, with a salary range of $60,000–$64,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 2+ years in project management or related field.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with a results-driven mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including executive-level summaries.
• Ability to lead discussions, influence outcomes, and communicate professionally at all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with clear prioritization.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation of complex information.
• Willingness to learn and effectively use AI-enabled productivity tools like Microsoft Copilot.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio.
• Experience with modern project/work management platforms such as Asana.

Responsibilities

• Own project outcomes end-to-end, managing scope, schedule, risks and dependencies.
• Lead project planning, execution, monitoring and close-out activities.
• Facilitate and lead project meetings including kick-offs, status reviews, and retrospectives.
• Develop and maintain core project artifacts: plans, timelines, risk/issue logs, exec summaries.
• Create project kick-off materials and presentations; conduct retrospectives and post-mortems.
• Identify risks and dependencies; drive mitigation and escalation as needed.
• Communicate status, decisions, risks and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership.
• Work independently and with cross-functional teams to drive accountability.
• Manage multiple projects by prioritizing time and resources.
• Provide leadership with insights and continuous improvement recommendations.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Visio

Asana

Microsoft Copilot

Job description

North Mankato, MN - Navitor, Inc.

Eden Prairie, MN - Taylor Corporation

Full time

R30037

Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future ― and your career. We power our employees’ potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. If you’re ready for something bigger ― more challenge, more variety, more pathways for professional growth ― we should talk. We’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re looking for people like you.

Ready to reach your potential? It’s time to look at Taylor.

Your Opportunity: Taylor Corporation is looking for an entry level Project Manager to join our Taylor On Demand team to help manage our incoming partnership onboarding projects!

Work Authorization: To be considered for the Taylor opportunities, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Work Location:

• We would love to have a team member join us in either our North Mankato , MN or Eden Prairie, MN office locations.

Your Responsibilities:

• Own project outcomes end‑to‑end, ensuring scope, schedule, risks, and dependencies are actively managed and communicated

• Lead project planning, execution, monitoring, and close‑out activities in alignment with agreed objectives

• Facilitate and lead project meetings and discussions, including kick‑offs, status reviews, risk/issue reviews, and retrospectives

• Develop, maintain, and manage core project artifacts, including:

• Project plans and timelines

• Risk registers, issue logs, and decision logs

• Executive summaries and status reports

• Project kick - off materials and presentations

• Project retrospectives and post - mortems

• Proactively identify risks, issues, and dependencies; drive mitigation plans and escalation as needed

• Communicate project status, key decisions, risks, and recommendations clearly to stakeholders and leadership

• Work both independently and as part of a cross‑functional team to drive accountability and progress

• Effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing work, time, and resources

• Provide leadership with meaningful insights, lessons learned, and continuous improvement recommendations

• Participate in departmental planning activities based on project experience and organisational needs

• Leverage project management tools and emerging technologies to improve project delivery, visibility, and team effectiveness

You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience in project management or a related field

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills with a results‑oriented mindset

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing executive‑level summaries

• Ability to lead discussions, influence outcomes, and communicate professionally with all levels of the organization and external partners

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize and clearly document complex information

• Ability to quickly learn and effectively utilize new systems, tools, and technologies, including AI‑enabled productivity tools (such as Microsoft Copilot)

• Comfortable working in a technology‑forward environment and adapting to evolving tools and processes

• Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio

• Experience using modern project/work management platforms such as Asana

We Would Also Prefer:

• 2+ years of experience in the print industry

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $60,000 - $64,000. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The range listed is just one component of Taylor Corporation’s total compensation and benefits package for employee.

About Taylor Corporation

One of the largest print and communications firms in North America, Taylor’s family of companies provides a diverse set of products, services and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the world’s most recognizable brands.

With more than 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees spanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries, Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future – and your career. Join more than a company – become part of a family.

Imagine a company whose core purpose is to create opportunity and security for its employees. That’s us, that’s Taylor.

If you’re ready for something bigger – more challenge, more variety, more pathways for professional growth – we should talk. We’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re looking for people like you.