Project Manager - Minneapolis

Sonepar USA Inc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Dental & vision

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement savings with company

Professional and personal development

Tuition Reimbursement

Shareholder opportunity

Disability (short & long-term)

Life insurance for dependents

Wellness program

Gym reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Viking Electric, part of the Sonepar group, is seeking a Project Manager in Minneapolis to lead project initiatives, coordinate vendors, and ensure delivery within scope and budget. This full-time role offers standard daytime hours and a comprehensive benefits package.

The ideal candidate has proven project management experience, strong organizational and negotiation skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with customers and associates.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Proven experience in project management with advanced skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to negotiate and problem-solve under pressure.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and managing project timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders.
• Conduct critical conversations and negotiations effectively.
• Identify and resolve conflicts and challenges that arise during projects.
• Utilize MS Office Suite for documentation, reporting, and communication.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and project requirements.

Skills

Project management experience

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Negotiation

Work authorization in US

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

There\'s a Place for You at Viking Electric.

A career at Viking Electric is more than a job. You\'re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Viking Electric https://www.vikingelectric.com/about offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building - you can find it here. We operate throughout the Midwest and are part of the Sonepar group, the world\'s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being "Powered by Difference" means we respect and value diverse perspectives. At Viking Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

Project Manager

Location: Minneapolis

Job type: Full time

Schedule: Standard Daytime hours, Monday-Friday, occasionally evening/weekend hours

Base Salary: $59,000 - $85,000

*Total Compensation for this position includes base salary, commissions (can vary between $0-$50,000 annually), and full benefits package offerings. The exact amount of base salary may vary based on experience and skills brought to the role as well as the geographic location of the role.

What You\'ll Do

We are seeking a dedicated Project Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess advanced project management skills and demonstrate exceptional organizational abilities. You will play a key role in supporting our project initiatives, collaborating with vendors, customers, and associates to ensure seamless execution and delivery.

You will...

• Assist in planning and managing project timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders.
• Conduct critical conversations and negotiations effectively.
• Identify and resolve conflicts and challenges that arise during projects.
• Utilize MS Office Suite for documentation, reporting, and communication.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and project requirements.

What You Bring

Requirements:

• Minimum education: High School Diploma/GED.
• Proven experience in project management with advanced skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Communication skills: ability to build relationships and conduct critical conversations with vendors, customers and associates (virtually/in-person)
• Ability to negotiate and problem-solve in high-pressure situations.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without VISA sponsorship now or in the future.

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

• Healthcare plans
• Dental & vision
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We\'re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Learn More About Us

Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we\'re "Powering Progress for Future Generations".

Check out the Viking Electric company page on LinkedIn and follow us for updates.
Check out our YouTube Careers Playlist to see Viking Electric associates in action.
Learn more at https://www.vikingelectric.com/about.
Viking Electric is part of the Sonepar family of brands: https://www.soneparusa.com/us-en/about-us

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Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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