Sales Jobs in Cranford

The Perishable Merchandising Manager (Buyer) is responsible for planning, sourcing, negotiating, and managing the procurement of regionally managed products to support business goals. This role focuses on building and optimizing supplier relationships, ensuring cost-effective purchasing solutions, and maintaining a steady flow of high-quality products. The ideal candidate will excel in analyzing market trends, driving operational efficiency, and delivering results that align with the company’s strategic objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Select products based on market trends, performance, supplier reliability, and consumer demand.
• Manage the product life cycle, understanding consumer preferences and competitive dynamics.
• Provide product and pricing recommendations to regional store teams, ensuring an effective balance of volume and margin.
• Continuously assess and select vendors based on quality, reliability, cost competitiveness, and market expertise.
• Negotiate pricing, order quantities, discounts, and terms with suppliers based on demand, promotions, and market conditions.
• Foster strong vendor relationships by addressing issues related to invoicing, product quality, or delivery.
• Develop and implement ordering policies, lead-time strategies, and cost-optimization initiatives.
• Plan and process daily requisitions and purchase orders to meet store demand, expediting orders as required.
• Conduct data analysis to interpret financial performance, track category performance, and identify key business indicators.
• Implement category reviews and performance improvement plans to enhance procurement and sales effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business goals.
• Monitor market trends and consumer behavior to identify opportunities for product development and competitive advantage.
• Participate in trade shows, supplier visits, and market research to maintain a competitive edge.
• Merchandising Manager will be responsible for conducting routine visits to all stores in the East Coast region. This includes ensuring proper product placement, managing inventory levels, overseeing promotional displays, and maintaining store standards. Regular store visits will be essential to monitor compliance with merchandising strategies and resolve any operational issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
• 4 to 7 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain management, or retail merchandising is required; entry-level roles may be available for candidates with relevant education or internships.
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin is preferred.
• Familiarity with Asian grocery products, cultural preferences, and market trends is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong negotiation skills for securing optimal contracts and pricing with suppliers.
• Proficient in analyzing sales data and market trends to inform purchasing decisions and optimize inventory.
• Experienced in building and maintaining vendor relationships to ensure product quality and timely delivery.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with suppliers and internal teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely execution of purchasing and merchandising strategies.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• This job may require standing or walking for extended periods of time, lifting up to 50 pounds, and performing repetitive motions.

Position Details:

• Employment Type: Full Time
• Location: 561 U.S. Rte 1 , Edison, NJ 088178

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• 401 (k) Retirement Saving Plan with 4% Company Match.
• Long-Term Services Award.
• Employee Discount.
• Paid Time Off.

Compensation:

The pay range for this job starts at $65,000 - $75,000 per year. This is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) the responsibilities of the job, your education, skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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About the Company

Maximum Quality Foods, Inc. is an independent foodservice distributor located in Linden, NJ. Family Owned and operated for over 46 years, we are proud to service all of New York, New Jersey, and Delaware, as well as parts of Connecticut, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, and Maryland.

About the Role

The Finance Administrative Assistant will be the first point of contact for visitors, customers, and employees, providing excellent service and managing administrative tasks efficiently. You will play a key role in ensuring a smooth and welcoming environment at the reception area by performing the following duties. The position of Finance Administrative Assistant is not exempt from the overtime provisions of the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act and shall be entitled to overtime compensation for hours worked more than 40 in any one work week. The Finance Administrative Assistant shall be accountable and supervised by the Finance Manager.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors, customers, and employees with a professional, welcoming demeanor; manage sign-ins and issue badges/access credentials.
• Answer and route phone calls; provide clear information on company products, services, and policies.
• Handle customer inquiries or direct them to the appropriate department; notify staff of visitor arrivals.
• Receive and process customer payments (cash, checks, credit cards) and manage pickup order transactions.
• Record transactions accurately in accounting or order systems; reconcile daily receipts with orders and sales records.
• Prepare deposit documentation and assist with banking as needed.
• Enter and verify customer orders; generate invoices, delivery receipts, and order documentation.
• Confirm pricing, discounts, and payment terms; maintain accurate customer records.
• Coordinate with sales, warehouse, and production teams to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
• Assist with accounts receivable/payable reconciliation and month-end reporting.
• Maintain financial records and documentation; communicate with customers regarding invoices and payments.
• Manage mail, packages, and office supplies, and maintain a clean, organized reception area.
• Coordinate meetings, schedules, appointments, events, and special customer visits.
• Support internal communication across departments, including production and warehouse teams.
• Maintain organized files, reports, and digital records; perform daily document scanning.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Required Skills

• Oral and Written Communication Skills
• Telephone Etiquette
• Customer Service
• Computer literacy
• Problem solving
• Organization
• Professionalism

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience in front desk, receptionist, or customer service role, preferably within the food industry.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and office software (e.g., MS Office Suite, phone systems, NCR software).
• Knowledge of Excel is a plus.

Compensation package

Health insurance, Dental and Vision insurance, Paid Time Off, 401K, Employee discounts on products or services, Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The above job description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an employment contract or contract of any kind. Maximum Quality Foods, Inc. is an “At Will” employer. Employees can be re-assigned at any time and given other duties within the corporation. Maximum Quality Foods, Inc. has the right to change, modify, suspend, interrupt or cancel in whole or in part any job function outlined in a job description at any time and without advanced notice to the employee.

The Vendor Procurement & Carrier Strategy Manager is responsible for leading the sourcing, procurement, onboarding, performance management, and compliance oversight of third-party vendors and transportation carriers supporting Safeway Logistics and ECW operations. This role ensures the organization maintains a reliable, compliant, and cost-effective carrier and vendor network while mitigating operational, financial, legal, and regulatory risks.

The position plays a strategic role in capacity planning, carrier procurement strategy, cost management, and vendor compliance while partnering closely with Operations, Sales, Customer Solutions, Safety, Legal, and Finance teams to support scalable logistics solutions and customer growth.

Key Responsibilities

Vendor Procurement & Management

• Lead the sourcing, evaluation, and selection of transportation, warehousing, and logistics-related vendors and carriers.
• Negotiate vendor and carrier contracts including pricing structures, service level agreements (SLAs), fuel programs, accessorial schedules, and renewal terms.
• Maintain a centralized vendor and carrier database including contracts, certifications, insurance documentation, compliance records, and performance data.
• Monitor vendor and carrier performance against KPIs and SLAs, addressing deficiencies and implementing corrective actions.
• Establish vendor and carrier scorecards to evaluate cost efficiency, service reliability, safety performance, on-time delivery, and claims ratios.
• Conduct quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with key strategic vendors and carriers to drive performance improvements and operational alignment.

Carrier Procurement & Network Strategy

• Develop and execute a carrier procurement strategy to ensure sufficient transportation capacity for all customer freight, including peak season and surge volume requirements.
• Build and maintain a diverse, reliable carrier network across transportation modes including FTL, LTL, and final mile.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new carriers and brokers to support expanding customer needs while ensuring compliance and service expectations.
• Conduct market analysis on lane rates, capacity trends, and carrier performance to optimize transportation cost and service levels.
• Lead annual and quarterly RFP/RFQ bid events for major transportation lanes and customer programs.
• Develop lane pricing strategies to support competitive customer quotes while protecting company margins.
• Maintain a centralized rate repository for all contracted carriers to ensure accurate and accessible pricing for internal teams.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure all vendors and carriers comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations including DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and insurance requirements.
• Oversee vendor and carrier onboarding processes including background checks, insurance verification, licensing, and safety documentation.
• Implement a carrier risk management model to identify high-risk vendors or carriers and enforce remediation plans or removal when necessary.
• Partner with Safety and Legal teams to manage claims, incident investigations, and carrier corrective action plans.
• Support regulatory audits, inspections, and compliance reviews related to third-party vendors and carriers.

Capacity Planning & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Operations and Customer Service teams to forecast freight demand and align carrier capacity accordingly.
• Work closely with Customer Solutions and Operations to match carriers with customer requirements including special handling, temperature-controlled shipments, high-value freight, and time-sensitive deliveries.
• Support Sales teams with carrier network insights during customer onboarding, pricing development, and logistics solution design.
• Lead weekly cross-functional reviews to evaluate capacity planning, carrier performance, and cost-to-serve analysis.
• Develop and track KPIs for carrier and vendor performance including:
• On-time pickup and delivery
• Tender acceptance rates
• Claims frequency
• Safety performance
• Cost efficiency

Reporting & Technology Enablement

• Provide leadership with regular reporting on vendor compliance, carrier performance, cost trends, and risk exposure.
• Implement and leverage logistics technology tools including TMS platforms, carrier portals, and analytics dashboards to improve procurement visibility and decision-making.
• Maintain accurate reporting for leadership to support strategic planning and operational improvements.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in vendor procurement, carrier procurement, supply chain management, or logistics operations
• Strong knowledge of transportation compliance and regulatory requirements
• Proven experience managing carrier/vendor contracts, procurement processes, and risk mitigation strategies
• Experience negotiating transportation pricing, carrier agreements, and service contracts
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working cross-functionally with operations, sales, and compliance teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in 3PL, transportation management, or warehousing environments
• Familiarity with DOT, FMCSA, safety compliance, and carrier qualification programs
• Experience leading transportation procurement events (RFP/RFQ)
• Strong collaboration and cross-functional leadership capabilities
• Experience using TMS systems, logistics analytics tools, or procurement platforms

About MACKAGE

Specialists in all-season protection since 1999, Mackage merges the finest, most responsible leathers, down and wools with luxury-forward design, an approach that yields uncompromising construction, enveloping comfort and signature silhouettes.

A global outerwear leader defined by a commitment to exceptional quality, purpose, and performance with a focus on aesthetic innovation.

Mackage is committed to employment equity and invites applications from women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons and otherwise marginalized persons.

Senior Sales Associate (Key Holder)

Reporting to the Store Manager, the Senior Sales Associate with Key Holder responsibilities provides an exceptional customer service, generates sales and participates in all essential duties to ensure an effective day-to-day operation at the store, including the support of all operations, visual and brand directives.

What you’ll do:

• Meet and exceed store sales, KPIs and personal target.
• Promote and act as a brand ambassador of Mackage by providing exceptional service within a customer centric environment from product knowledge and excellent customer experience.
• Ensure proactive client engagement leveraging CRM and growing the clientele database.
• Provide timely and informative product knowledge of the brand by explaining the characteristics, the advantages and the benefits of our products to new and existing customers.
• Participate in the daily operations of the store for optimal effectiveness (merchandise reception; labelling, merchandising, POS operations, inventory management, shipping and receiving packages etc.);
• In the absence of the management team, the senior sales associate will oversee daily operations with responsibilities (and not limited) to open and close the store, update daily reports, communicate to HQ partners effectively, execute Visual Merchandising responsibilities, ensure store standards are maintained and operational duties are consistently met.
• Upkeep store standards and maintain merchandising within the sales floor in addition to the organization of back of house.
• Always demonstrate a strong presence on the floor to support the customer experience and uphold loss prevention best practices.
• Act as a strong team player and always remain respectful to your team and customers.

What you’ll need:

• 1-2 years’ experience in a store environment with key holder responsibilities
• Luxury retail experience is a plus.
• Multilingual is a plus.
• Excellent customer service, sales and communication skills set.
• Problem-solving skills related to basic customer service.
• Model a positive attitude, professional appearance, and behavior.
• Good understanding to fashion trends (an asset).
• Experience in visual merchandizing (an asset).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and POS operating systems.

We want to get to know you

About Us:

Franco Manufacturing Co., Inc. has been a leading international producer of home fashions for over 70 years. Our products include whimsical and stylish bedding, pillows, throws, towels, and accessories for popular licensed properties, including Disney, Hasbro, Nickelodeon, Warner Brothers, and many more. Franco products can be found at major mass market retailers, specialty stores, discount stores, department stores and on-line retailers.

Responsibilities:

In this highly visible position, you will manage and oversee daily order processing operations to ensure orders are entered, reviewed and released accurately and on-time. Duties include:

1. Ensure that inventory and/or product allocation issues are addressed with Planning, Sales, Production Planning, Receiving and/or Distribution management. Ensures accuracy of order confirmation and billing.
2. Manages the order pipeline updating ship windows and planned ship dates to give an accurate shipping forecast. Monitor order status, back orders, and exceptions. Proactively address delays or discrepancies.
3. Manage the on-boarding of new accounts including reviewing account requirements and sales forecast. Communicate requirements with internal teams to ensure that orders can be processed by the required date.
4. Ensures that current routing and compliance requirements are maintained for assigned customers and updates are coordinated with IT.
5. Research compliance charge backs and provide Accounts Receivable with supporting documents to handle disputes. Work with VP Operations to develop processes to avoid re-occuring chargebacks
6. Ensures that all necessary documents are provided to Order Processing to release and batch customer orders. Ensure that assigned ship dates are communicated and routing is set up.
7. Regularly communicate with Sales to ensure they are aware of account and order processing issues.
8. Coordinates with warehouse management to prepare production schedules for reworks and pallet assembly projects.
9. Oversee the flow of customer shipping orders to warehouses in accordance with customer compliance guidelines. Establishes priorities and assists in planning work center capacity and establishing receiving priorities.
10. Maintain NMFC freight class and SCAC codes in operating system.
11. Coordinates with Sales, Production, and Logistics teams and implements process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Requirements:

• Qualified candidates must have 5+ years’ experience managing a Customer Service or Order Processing team in a high-volume consumer products environment
• Previous experience working with major retail accounts including Walmart, Target, and/or Amazon
• Understanding of customer routing through major retail portals
• Experience building and calculating truck volumes and scheduling shipments
• Hands-on experience managing customer compliance and chargeback resolution
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Email) and experience with ERP and WMS systems
• Experience with the Blue Cherry ERP system is a plus

CORNBREAD is a fast-casual, fast-paced, farm-to-table, fun-to-work-at restaurant focusing on authentic soul food and the use of innovative technology to provide a unique and family-friendly dining experience. We’re proud to source all of our ingredients from local farmers and shops. Our food is always fresh because we prepare our meals around the clock with great love and care. Please visit our website at to learn more about our company values. 

Salary Range: $50,000 - $65,000

Job Summary

The General Manager builds a healthy business and protects the culture within their restaurants. In this role, they are expected to operate with a high level of responsibility, quality, ethics, and professionalism while ensuring the operational needs of the restaurant are met. They provide team leadership to all support staff, including Assistant Managers, Crew Chiefs, and restaurant team members. In this role, they ensure consistent and exceptional quality and customer service for all guests.

People & Culture

• Recruit, train, and build a diverse highly functioning team per Cornbread 101 Training Program standards
• Communicate proactively, professionally, and positively with the team and guests
• Follow up consistently to develop and maintain trust
• Demonstrate compassion and care while setting clear expectations and accountability
• Confront, diffuse, and resolve difficult situations in a proactive, fair, and solution-oriented manner
• Coach team to meet and exceed cornbread standards and treat all guests and each other with respect 
• Execute and deliver performance appraisals and merit increase processes for all applicable team members in a fair and equitable manner
• Maintain up-to-date posters, bulletins, and employee communication 
• Maintain low turnover of staff

Health, Safety, & Quality

• Ensure food standard and safety compliance including storage, food specifications, recipes, plating, and garnishes
• Ensure compliance with SOP in the areas of food specifications, recipes, plating, and garnishes
• Train Team Members on food handling techniques including hygiene following Cornbread standards
• Develop and maintain a safety program in the restaurant that incorporates a safety committee, safety meetings, and information on the use of safety tools and procedures
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Ensure food is presented well and served at appropriate temperatures, within standard ticket times
• Actively prevent workers comp and guest incidents by ensuring safety in the restaurant
• Cornbread is following all of the recommended guidelines provided by the New York & New Jersey Department of Health and the CDC
• Follow all Covid-19 protocols

Hospitality

• Create an environment that is passionate about hospitality
• Educate the team so they are familiar with the story of Cornbread
• Build relationships with guests by communicating warmly and effectively
• Seek opportunities to connect with guests on the floor
• Ensure the approved guest feedback system is in use and acted upon

Business Management & Growth

• Execute annual financial, local restaurant marketing, guest service, and human resource objectives, strategies, and tactics
• Develop and maintain a labor schedule that is efficient and cost-effective
• Build sales consistently and deliberately by implementing approved marketing and promotional items
• Purchase (POP) materials, posters, and placemats
• Oversee inventory management including PARS adherence, timely ordering, and supply chain management
• Maintain the restaurant structure including but not limited to appliances, equipment, deep cleaning, sanitation practices, indoor and exterior restaurant appearance
• Follow proper cash handling procedures
• Attend all required leadership meetings
• Provide quarterly reports on the state of the business

Qualifications

• Food Service: 4 years of food service experience.
• Years in Mgmt: 3 years min.
• People skills: Dealing with the public and team proactively, professionally, and positively.
• Ownership: Takes initiative, personally drives & takes pride in business.
• Proficiency in technology, writing, reading, and working knowledge of spreadsheets required
• Food Handlers certificate within 30 days or Serv Safe equivalent 
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs and stand for long periods
• Exhibit pride

This job description is not an exhaustive task list of every function of the role, other tasks and job responsibilities as assigned.

Cornbread is an equal-opportunity employer. Cornbread will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

About the brand:

Falconeri is an Italian fashion house championing the craft of cashmere with the finest natural fibers, timeless Italian design, and a steadfast belief in luxury that lasts. Making dressing both effortless and refined, Falconeri offers elegance of the highest quality.

Founded in 2000 and owned by the Oniverse group, the brand boasts an extensive global network with 206 brick and mortar stores in 22 countries and 25 online stores, catering to a loyal client base that has grown with the brand. Momentum behind the brand is booming in the US– in 2026, there will be five new store openings across the country, including a new New York flagship location on Madison Avenue.

Using innovative production methods and artisanal craftsmanship, Falconeri specializes in the creation of extraordinary quality cashmere knitwear for men and women at exceptional prices. From the pastures of Mongolia to global storefronts, Falconeri selects the best raw materials and removes intermediaries, caring deeply about every detail– from the people to the planet.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Be responsible for capturing customers’ information using multiple means to communicate, utilizing phone and written follow-up contact
• Client Book Management including follow up with clients regarding their shopping experience, potential inquiries such as product care instructions
• Achieve and exceed personal sales and productivity goals agreed upon with your Store Manager
• Demonstrate a full knowledge of the product including benefits to maximize the sales opportunity
• Utilize your fashion expertise to inspire others and build collaborative partnerships in a team-focused environment
• Partnering with the Manager to leverage knowledge of internal systems to conduct business analyses and keep track of both store and individual KPIs.
• Supporting managers in maintaining the visual and housekeeping standards of the store
• Able to successfully operate our POS system, send eod emails, opening and closing procedures
• Store Cleanliness: at our stores, we take great pride in providing our customers with a clean and well-maintained shopping environment. This includes the cleanliness and organization of the store: including but not limited to the sales floor, fitting rooms, cash desk area, and backroom areas. As a retail employee, you are expected to take the initiative of upkeeping the cleanliness in the store.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Eligibility to work in the US for any Employer
• High School graduate or equivalent
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in customer service and contemporary or luxury retail industry
• Excellent verbal, written communication and sales skills, with a strong customer service orientation
• Commitment, being self-motivated and goal oriented
• Impeccable presentation and the ability to thrive in a demanding environment
• Problem solving mindset
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including holidays and weekends
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds and stand for long periods of time, bend, stretch, for a short distance engage in repetitive motions, push, pull and carry items (mannequins, clothing, totes, torsos, etc.)

LANGUAGE SKILLS (Preferred, but not required):

• Proficiency in languages in addition to English is valued and may be considered as an asset for supporting our diverse customer base

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Hourly plus monthly commissions
• Health Benefits, including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401K matching
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time off and Sick Time
• Parental Leave
• Pre-Tax commuter benefits for transit and parking
• Sign on Bonus
• Referral bonus
• Employee discount
• Free Uniform

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About Diversified:

Diversified is a global leader in audio visual and media innovation, recognized for designing and building the world's most experiential environments. Our award-winning team specializes in delivering solutions for the most complex, large-scale and immersive installations. Serving a global clientele that includes major media organizations and retailers, sports and live performance venues, corporate enterprises, and government agencies, Diversified partners with clients to create spaces that bring people together and keep them coming back.

What to Expect:

At Diversified, we're on a mission to create a world without boundaries, where technology enables all people to connect and experience the moments that matter, wherever they choose to be. With clients spanning the globe and an exciting pipeline of projects across industries, Diversified offers more than just a job. We offer a career path with the flexibility to grow personally and professionally, wherever your ambitions take you.

As a Diversified associate, you'll dive headfirst into big, complex, and rewarding projects that push the boundaries of what's possible. Plus, you'll enjoy a flexible work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

IF YOU CAN DREAM IT, YOU CAN DO IT AT DIVERSIFIED.

How You'll Contribute:

A Project Manager (PM) isresponsible for the scope, schedule, cost, quality, and client satisfaction of a project throughout its entire lifecycle, from Initiating through Closing phases for media and entertainment organizations, as well as corporate entities. However, the PM depends on the help of other people to perform most of the actual activities of the project. A project manager's role is primarily focused around written and verbal communication to all project stakeholders.

The PM isresponsible for overseeing, and performing project management functions on all projects, budgets and scopes.The PM will act as the responsible person on their assigned projects and have direct control over all project activities. The Project Manager may also mentor other Project Managers with the company. The PM will generally be assigned to large, complex and sensitive projects. This position will be providing direction to a wide range of internal and external personnel.

Location: The Greater Toronto area.

What You'll Do:

Daily activities include project communications, scheduling, task lists for technicians, managing deliverables from engineering, CAD and Programming and overseeing the completion of projects. The PM isresponsible for completing systems integration projects on time, on budget and achieving high customer satisfaction from our customers.The majority of this employee's time will be spent managing projects andcommunicating with all project stakeholders.This person will be held accountable for following and helping to improve the established Diversified processes. As the primary interface to the client, the project manager develops a strong long-term relationship. Managing the client relationship, including expectations, communications and satisfaction.

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Complexity:

Every project is different, and project stakeholders are different. The SPM needs to negotiate a very complex set of variables between system design, site conditions and a widely varying set of expectations with multiple stakeholders.The skill of communicating both verbally and in writing to manage all these variables takes a very high level of awareness, emotional intelligence and people management skills.The SPM is constantly managing the forces of change in every project environment. Balancing schedules, budgets, scope, quality and client satisfaction are a very complex set of variables.

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• Takes full ownership of project
  
  
• Acts as thesingle point of responsibility and accountability for the project.
  
  
• Ensures schedule performance, quality of solution delivered to client, and client satisfaction.
  
  
• Manages and reports on the project's financials, including ensuring budget performance and profitability.Ensures timely and correct billings to client.
  
  
• Demonstrates proactivity, responsiveness, and follow through.
  
  
• Communicates decision options to stakeholders and manages those decisions.
  
  
• Manages a complex array of decisions at every point of the project but is rarely the sole decision maker.
  
  

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee.The employee may be exposed to construction site conditions on a regular basis.Employee will be responsible for their safety while on job sites and to comply with all safety regulations in place by the GC. Use of PPE is usually required on job sites.The employee can typically spend at least 40% of their time on their feet and be required to mobile around the construction site.The employee must have the ability to occasionally climb ladders, use stairs and lift and/or move materials up to 20 pounds in construction areas.The individual is regularly required to use keyboards, test equipment and controls required for SI installation projects.Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth vision.When not on construction sites, the employee will experience normal office conditions and be required to use office equipment such as computers, peripherals, etc.

Travel:

Travel by car and occasional airplane trips are required. Employee must possess a valid Ontario driver's license. Travel to job sites will make up 20-40% usually with the remaining time in an office or remote setting.

Safety:

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• Maintain and wear appropriate PPE as the job and tasks require it.
  
  
• Ensure hazards are addressed and rectified in a timely manner.
  
  
• Participate in incident investigations and reporting.
  
  
• Conduct safety walk-throughs on project sites.
  
  
• Prepare safety paperwork as needed including but not limited to JSA, and Site safety Plans.
  
  

What You'll Bring:

Education & Certifications:

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• Associates/Bachelor's degree PREFERRED or equivalent experience.
  
  
• AVIXA CTS Certification required or completed within 1 year of starting the position.
  
  
• A PMP certification from the Project Management Institute, preferred.
  
  
• Other relevant certifications may be required or preferred based on the technology focus of the position.
  
  

Required Skills/Qualifications:

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• A minimum of 2+ years of experience in systems integration is required, with 3+ years in project management.
  
  
• Deep knowledge and experience with media and entertainment or broadcast systems.
  
  
• A valid Ontario driver's license
  
  
• Knowledgeable of low voltage electrical projects.
  
  
• Strong financial background in project cost accounting.
  
  
• The Project Manager shall have the ability and skills to diagnose and resolve complex technical, political and people related problems.
  
  

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

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• 5+ years of experience in systems integration, with 5+ years in project management.
  
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  
  
• Supervisory and people skills.
  
  
• Great people leadership skills.
  
  

What We Offer:

Along with competitive compensation, you will be eligible for the following benefits:

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• Medical and dental plan options to suit your family's needs
  
  
• Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  
  
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  
  
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  
  
• Commuter Benefits
  
  
• And much more
  
  

To learn more about becoming part of the Diversified team, visit us at our career site or email us at .

Diversified is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All aspects of employment will be based on job requirements, individual qualifications, merit, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

We believe in fair and equitable hiring practices and strive to create an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact so we can assist you.

Our compensation ranges reflect the cost of labor across several geographic markets. The pay details below range from our lowest geographic market up to our highest geographic market. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience depending on the position offered, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.