FORTNA partners with the world’s leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. Known world-wide for enabling companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives, we design and deliver solutions, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost-effective order fulfillment and last mile delivery. Our people, innovative approach and proprietary algorithms and tools ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow. We deliver exceptional value every day to our customers with comprehensive services and products including network strategy, distribution center operational design and implementation, material handling automated equipment, robotics and a comprehensive suite of lifecycle services.
At FORTNA, we believe in fostering a workplace that isn't just a job but a movement – a collective effort to redefine success and transform challenges into opportunities. "Join the Movement" encapsulates our commitment to a workplace culture that thrives on collaboration, celebrates diversity, and empowers every individual to contribute to something greater than themselves. Our Team. Our Passion. Our Approach.
Responsibilities:
- Project Coordination: Support the project management team by ensuring projects are executed efficiently and in accordance with deadlines.
- Task Management: Track project progress, monitor deadlines, and ensure tasks are completed on time and within scope.
- Documentation and Reporting: Assist with the preparation and maintenance of project-related documentation, reports, and records.
- Communication: Act as a liaison between cross-functional teams to facilitate clear and effective communication, ensuring everyone is aligned on project goals and timelines.
- Compliance and Quality Control: Ensure all projects comply with company processes, policies, and quality standards.
- Problem-Solving: Address potential challenges or roadblocks and work with the project management team to find solutions that keep projects on track.
- Support Project Managers: Provide administrative and logistical support to project managers, ensuring all aspects of the project are organized and monitored efficiently.
Education and Experience:
- Associate’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Project Management, or similar
- 3+ years of experience in a similar or related field is acceptable in exchange for educational requirements
- Ability to travel when required, both office and site environments
Other Qualifications Desired:
- Proven experience as a Project Coordinator, Project Assistant, or in a similar role.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills with keen attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
- Microsoft applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Projects, etc.)
- Experience working with CMMS, CRMs, and ERPs is a plus.
- Knowledge of project management processes and methodologies is a plus.
- Problem-solving mindset with a focus on delivering results.
- Ability to work remotely and as part of a team.
The base salary range for this role is $76,100 to $114,200. This base salary range represents the low and high end of the base salary range for this position. Actual base salary offered will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and performance.
This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.
It is the policy of FORTNA and its affiliated companies to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, FORTNA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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