14360581
Located in Minnetonka, MN
Pay: $70,000
Job Full Description
Direct Hire Promotional Products Project Manager
Minnetonka
$70,000 Range
Position Summary
The Promotional Products Project Manager is responsible for estimating, planning, coordinating, and executing projects involving branded merchandise and promotional products. This role involves managing client relationships, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality promotional items that align with brand guidelines and campaign objectives. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, skilled in project management, and experienced in the promotional products industry.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning and Coordination:
- Collaborate with clients and internal teams to determine project requirements, goals, and timelines.
- Develop project plans, including budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
- Ensure promotional product choices align with branding and campaign objectives.
Vendor and Supplier Management:
- Source and negotiate with suppliers to secure high-quality promotional items within budget.
- Manage relationships with vendors to ensure timely production and delivery.
- Oversee quality assurance processes for all branded merchandise.
Client Relationship Management:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provide regular updates and address client concerns promptly.
- Present promotional product ideas and solutions tailored to client needs.
Execution and Delivery:
- Coordinate with creative teams for design approvals and production specifications.
- Monitor project progress to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met.
- Oversee logistics, including shipping, inventory management, and distribution.
Budget Management:
- Track expenses to ensure projects remain within budget.
- Provide accurate cost estimates and manage financial reporting for projects.
Website Management:
- Maintain and update the ordering website with new material.
- Help maintain product inventory levels.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in project management, preferably within the promotional products or marketing industry.
- Strong knowledge of branded merchandise production processes, materials, and trends.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage client relationships effectively.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills
- Experience working with suppliers and manufacturers in the promotional products industry.
- Familiarity with branding and design principles.
- Experience with computer programs such as Excel.
Work Environment
- This role may require travel to client sites, events, or vendor facilities.
WAYS TO APPLY: (choose one)
• In person: Express Employment Professionals, 33 10th Avenue South, #130, Hopkins, MN 55343 between 9AM and 3PM, Monday thru Friday
• Email resume: andrea.blumberg@expresspros.com
• Via our website: expresspros.com/hopkinsmn. You must submit your application to the Hopkins, MN office.
• Via our job app, #ExpressJobs
• By telephone: (952) 933-1116
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Hopkins (Minneapolis/St. Paul), MN
2445
33 10th Avenue South
Suites 130
Hopkins, MN 55343
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