R&D Development Project Manager

Job Details Job Location Research and Development - Minneapolis, MN Salary Range $70000.00 - $90000.00 Salary Description MISSION PD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer s experience. ABOUT PD Founded in 1938, PD is a world-renowned design-to-build partner that crafts custom, future-forward brand solutions for some of the largest brands in retail. Summary The R&D Project Manager is responsible for managing new projects relating to our R&D Division. The project manager communicates and coordinates the details of the design concept through installation. They will manage the account team s expectations and the production/manufacturing team s timing and quality of the product being produced. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Communicates with the account team to develop, create timelines, coordinate, schedule and execute production of retail store fixture fabrication Completes the project timeline (Gantt Chart) outlining the project milestones and expected due dates Works with Scheduling Coordinator to asses plant capacity data to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and human resource requirements Works directly with purchasing to complete the search for available materials, and incorporates material lead times into final production schedule Prepares proper internal/external paperwork and distributes the paperwork appropriately Plans sequence of fabrication, assembly, installation, and other operations for guidance of production workers Confers with Production Coordinators to determine status of assigned projects Interacts with shop floor management and vendors to resolve issues Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions Prepares production reports tracking all active projects Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment Follows all safety and workplace policies Education/Certification Bachelor s degree in Communication, Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Engineering Experience 3-5 years of experience in Business Communication and/or Project/Account Management Experience in material or production planning, supply chain planning, production control, inventory or warehouse management Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting may be required throughout the workday Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations