Project Manager - Capital Projects & Purchase Orders

SMG Hunter LLC; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Professional development

Job summary

SMG Hunter LLC in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Project Manager with 3+ years of experience to oversee projects from planning through completion, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring on-time, within-budget delivery. The role focuses on high-value purchase orders and capital expenditures, budget monitoring, vendor management, and robust reporting.

A background in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial operations and experience with ERP/MRP and Microsoft Office is preferred; PMP is a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience, preferably in manufacturing or engineering.
• Experience handling large purchase orders or capital equipment.
• Strong procurement knowledge and budget management.
• Experience with ERP/MRP and Microsoft Office.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects involving high-value purchase orders and capex.
• Review requirements, budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Coordinate with procurement, engineering, production, finance, and suppliers.
• Monitor timelines, costs, and deliverables.
• Ensure PO compliance with approvals and budgets.
• Track progress and report updates to management.
• Identify risks and implement mitigations.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract performance.
• Prepare project documentation and reports.
• Ensure safety, quality, and policy compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce costs.

Skills

Project management

Vendor management

Cross-functional leadership

Budget management

Procurement processes

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP/MRP

Microsoft Project

Job description

SMG Hunter LLC in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Project Manager with 3+ years of experience to oversee projects from planning through completion, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring on-time, within-budget delivery. The role focuses on high-value purchase orders and capital expenditures, budget monitoring, vendor management, and robust reporting.

A background in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial operations and experience with ERP/MRP and Microsoft Office is preferred; PMP is a