Director of Project Management

American Wire Group (AWG) is the leading material supplier and manufacturer of wire and cable, hardware, power equipment, and accessory solutions. The Director of Project Management will oversee the full project lifecycle of power equipment projects, focusing on execution, milestone tracking, and supplier and customer communication.

Responsibilities:

• Manage active power equipment projects, ensuring on-time delivery and smooth execution
• Act as the primary liaison between vendors, customers, and internal teams, ensuring alignment on project milestones
• Oversee procurement and purchase orders related to transformers, switchgear, and key power equipment
• Ensure all project activities are executed in compliance with contract terms, technical requirements, and customer expectations
• Monitor supply chain risks and address issues proactively, ensuring business continuity
• Maintain strong vendor relationships, optimizing supply chain efficiency and negotiating terms when needed
• Work closely with sales and engineering teams to ensure smooth transitions from sales to execution
• Serve as the point of contact for customer project status updates, managing expectations and resolving concerns
• Monitor project budgets, payment terms, and milestone-based invoicing for large equipment orders
• Mitigate risks associated with long lead times, logistics, and procurement challenges
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or delivery commitments
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for project execution, improving internal workflows
• Implement project tracking tools to enhance visibility into orders, deliveries, and key milestones
• Identify opportunities for vendor and product expansion, supporting the business in growing its power equipment offerings
• Provide training and mentorship to project managers and coordinators
• Foster cross-functional collaboration between Sales, Logistics, and Procurement teams

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in project management, procurement, or supply chain management in the power equipment industry
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, sales, and operations teams
• Experience negotiating with vendors and ensuring contract compliance
• Strong knowledge Project Management Software (ex: smart sheets)
• Strong knowledge of power equipment and procurement is preferred but not required