We don’t have a factory, we have a workshop.
We don’t just use our hands, we engage our minds.
While some serve clients, we forge partnerships.
While others fill orders, we provide solutions.
Visual Elements is a value-added manufacturer of custom retail fixtures, components and visual merchandising products based in Toronto. We work closely with designers and architects to create superior quality consumer environments and develop new products and finishes meeting the demands of a globally competitive retail sector for some of the most prestigious retailers worldwide.
The Project Manager will be responsible for the overall direction, coordination and execution of people, resources, and processes to ensure all projects are delivered on time and produced to company and client standards. Duties will include:
- Lead the planning of projects consisting of setting and managing timelines and coordinating internal and external resources.
- Obtain customer approval for timelines and monitor the process through to completion.
- Track project deliverables using ERP system and internal team communication.
- Responsible for providing necessary client and vendor updates during weekly department scheduling and production meetings.
- Manage customer inventories and maintain integrity in the system.
- Participate in monthly gross profit reviews.
- Initiate and manage Kickoff meetings - ensure production & engineering teams are aligned while maintaining client and budget intent.
- Manage and review drawing submittal process for client approval.
- Ensure additional drawing sets for installation & assembly are requested and produced for shipping with product (as required).
- Monitor projects throughout the manufacturing process to ensure customer expectations are met and communicate any concerns to the team.
THE SKILLSET:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in Project Management.
- Experience within retail fixture manufacturing required.
- Solid understanding of fixture design and manufacturing principles.
- Experience using an ERP system to enter sales orders and track project status.
- Experience with reading shop drawings.
- Strong computer skills – Excel, Word, Outlook.
- Proficient communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Detail oriented.
- Sound decision making abilities.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Results driven.
- People oriented.
THE SUCCESS FACTORS:
- Effective communicator.
- Great attention to detail with high level of accuracy.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Able to meet deadlines.
- Team-oriented.
- Positive attitude.
- Ability to quickly adapt to change.
- Organized.
- Excellent work ethic.
- Self-directed.
Visual Elements respects and upholds the requirements set forth under AODA. We are committed to making our organization accessible. Please notify us should you require accommodation within the recruitment process. Visual Elements is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
Application question(s):
- Do you have retail fixture industry experience?
- Do you understand fixture design and manufacturing principles?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Project management: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
