Job Opportunity: Project Manager

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Compensation: $100k – $110k
Location: Remote (Residence in Twin Cities metro area REQUIRED)

Why The Next Step (TNS):

Are you ready to take “the next step” in your career with a company that’s transforming the global manufacturing landscape? At The Next Step Inc., we provide a vibrant, fast-paced environment where innovation, efficiency, and clarity are at the core of everything we do. We work closely with clients ranging from C-Suite executives to operations managers, helping them streamline processes and achieve tangible results. If you thrive in a culture that values trust, growth, and continuous improvement and are passionate about making a difference, then join us and embark on a journey where every day offers new opportunities for learning, growth, and impact.

The Opportunity:

The Project Manager role at The Next Step offers a unique opportunity to lead efficient project execution and enhance client satisfaction through strategic oversight and relationship management. This position focuses on the following:

Leading efficient project execution: Drive project success through strategic oversight and relationship management.
Coordinate projects (spec-schedule-cost): Ensure deliverables align with client expectations by managing project details and adhering to established deadlines.
Proactive communication: Engage with clients to resolve questions or concerns and maintain clear communication.
Tracking project status and addressing potential issues: Monitor progress and resolve any issues to keep projects on track – course correct to meet and exceed expectations.
Leading client meetings: Guide discussions, foster collaboration, and identify subject matter experts (SMEs) as needed.
Onboarding new clients: Manage the onboarding process, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed.
Supporting financial tasks: Create estimates and invoices in QuickBooks, assisting with financial management as needed.
Collaboration with Strategic Manager: Work on forecasting, resource prioritization, and identifying growth opportunities.
Demonstrating a continuous improvement mindset: Drive excellence and accountability through a focus on ongoing improvement and innovation.

The Challenges:

The Project Manager role demands an individual who embraces challenges head-on. You’ll face a demanding, fast-paced consulting environment where you will face the following expectations:

Thrive in a demanding, fast-paced consulting environment with multiple clients and projects.
Operate within a small, remote team by balancing independence with collaboration while managing multiple clients and projects.
Work in a demanding, fast-paced environment, requiring a proactive attitude and meticulous attention to detail.
Manage client interactions with tact and assertiveness, adapting to different personalities.
Have a strong background in manufacturing and must have experience in new product development.
Juggle multiple responsibilities and quickly adapt to new technologies.
Residence in the Twin Cities metro area. Be prepared for occasional travel as required.
Manage and oversee accounts while also working with the internal team to identify growth opportunities.

Ask Yourself:

Are you prepared to thrive in a demanding, fast-paced consulting environment while simultaneously managing multiple clients and projects?
Can you effectively handle diverse personalities, problem-solve effectively, and communicate assertively in a remote team setting?
Are you prepared to maintain extreme attention to detail, multitask seamlessly, and adapt quickly to new technologies and shifting priorities?

Required Role Qualifications:

3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, with roles in project management, product management, or new product development (NPD)
3+ years of experience in client-facing roles within the manufacturing industry
Technical expertise with familiarity with project management tools (i.e., Wrike and QuickBooks)
Residence in the Twin Cities metro area
Ability to travel as required

Preferred Role Experience/Certifications:

Previous experience with the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)
PMP certification

Required Soft Skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Multitasking and focusing on execution.
Proactive, independent, and highly organized with a focus on strategic alignment and client satisfaction
Capable of working with minimal supervision and seeking continuous improvement opportunities

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Project Manager

Compensation: $100k-$110k

Location: Remote (Residence in Twin Cities metro area REQUIRED)

Why The Next Step (TNS):

Are you ready to take “the next step” in your career journey? Welcome to The Next Step Inc., where we’re not just a company – we’re a dynamic force driving change in the global manufacturing landscape. Here, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, fast-paced environment where innovation thrives, and challenges are met head-on. Put simply, we’re a team dedicated to bringing clarity, simplicity, and efficiency to our clients’ operations. Whether it’s C-Suite executives seeking results or organizations in need of streamlined processes, we’re here to make things happen. If you’re passionate about making a difference, if you thrive in a culture that values trust, growth, and advocacy, and if you’re committed to continuous improvement, then you belong with us. Join TNS and embark on a journey where every day presents new opportunities for learning, growth, and impact.

The Opportunity:

The Project Manager presents a unique opportunity to drive efficient project execution and client satisfaction through adept relationship management and strategic project oversight. The primary focus of this role is the seamless coordination of project specifications, schedules, and costs to ensure deliverables align with client expectations. By tracking project status and obtaining necessary approvals, the Project Manager ensures transparency and accountability throughout the project lifecycle. Constant communication is vital, facilitating the resolution of questions, concerns, and updates while proactively identifying and addressing potential overage issues. This role extends beyond project management to encompass leadership in client meetings, where the Project Manager leverages their expertise to guide discussions and foster collaboration. Additionally, the Project Manager plays a pivotal role in identifying and engaging subject matter experts (SMEs) as needed. Beyond project delivery, the Project Manager actively seeks out new opportunities for growth and collaboration with clients, demonstrating a continuous improvement mindset that drives excellence.

The Challenges:

The Project Manager role demands a relentless drive for excellence while facing significant challenges. Operating within a small, remote team necessitates not only autonomy but also relentless collaboration and the capacity to manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously. Success hinges on unwavering tenacity and the ability to inspire action. A profound understanding of diverse business facets, particularly in manufacturing, is essential, with expertise in new product development being non-negotiable and product management being a plus. Maneuvering through varied personalities and uncomfortable client conversations requires a delicate balance of tactfulness and assertiveness. Additionally, navigating the complexities of a small company demands the versatility to fulfill multiple roles. Add to this the mandatory residence in the Twin Cities metro area and weekly travel commitments, and the role emerges as a crucible of challenge and high expectations.

Ask Yourself:

Are you prepared to handle the dynamic nature of project management, including multitasking, problem-solving, and adapting to shifting priorities?
Do you possess strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with diverse personalities, navigate conflicts, and build consensus across teams?
Are you committed to continuous learning and improvement, embracing challenges as opportunities for growth, and fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and accountability?

Necessary Role Qualifications:

3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, ideally in roles such as project management, product management, or new product development (NPD) (REQUIRED)
3+ years of experience in client-facing roles, preferably within the manufacturing industry (REQUIRED)
Residence in the Twin Cities metro area (REQUIRED)
Ability to travel (REQUIRED)
Previous experience with Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) (Preferred)

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