Project Manager
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Summary
Project Manager in Kem Krest's PMO leading medium- to high-complexity customer-facing and internal projects end to end — planning, budgets, timelines, vendor coordination, and stakeholder communication. Hybrid role requiring residence near Brighton, MI or Elkhart, IN; PMP certification and 7+ years of PM experience required.
Company:
At Kem Krest, we are more than a supply chain solutions provider—we are a trusted partner to some of the world’s leading automotive, heavy-duty, and powersports OEMs. As a certified minority-owned business, we deliver customized services in packaging, logistics, and compliance with a focus on innovation, quality, and customer success.
With a global network, high-touch service, and a relentless commitment to quality, Kem Krest is the go-to partner for companies seeking to streamline operations, reduce costs, and accelerate growth. Join us and be part of a team that’s passionate about making supply chains smarter, and partnerships stronger.
Opportunity:
Kem Krest is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead medium- to high-complexity projects across our organization, including customer-focused solutions and strategic internal initiatives. In this role, you will drive project execution from planning through completion while partnering with cross-functional teams, third-party vendors, and key stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes.
As a member of the PMO, you will play a critical role in advancing business objectives by managing timelines, budgets, project governance, and stakeholder communication. This position requires a collaborative leader who can influence decision-making, resolve challenges, and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
Location: This is a hybrid position requiring candidates to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of either Brighton, MI or Elkhart, IN. Regular travel between both locations is required, and flexibility to work on-site at each location as business needs dictate is essential.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the execution of medium- to high-complexity projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer expectations.
- Develop and manage project plans, timelines, milestones, budgets, and resource requirements.
- Coordinate project activities between internal teams and third-party vendors to drive successful implementation.
- Track project progress, identify risks, and drive timely resolution of issues impacting scope, schedule, or budget.
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement, securing alignment and buy-in across functional and leadership teams.
- Communicate project status through executive summaries, presentations, meeting agendas, action items, and progress reports.
- Resolve project conflicts and escalations to maintain momentum and achieve desired outcomes.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced project managers within the PMO.
- Support continuous improvement of project management tools, processes, and governance practices.
- Ensure compliance with quality, safety, regulatory, and customer-specific requirements.
Your Contributions:
- Bachelor’s degree required; equivalent experience considered with 9+ years of relevant project management experience.
- Minimum of 7 years of project management experience leading complex business or customer-focused initiatives.
- PMP Certification required and 1-2 years of experience post PMP Certification
- Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, budgets, timelines, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations.
- Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating external vendors to achieve project goals.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, including root cause analysis and issue resolution.
- Financial acumen with experience monitoring project budgets and tracking actual performance against assumptions.
- Knowledge of project management methodologies, governance practices, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Experience with AI
Why Kem Krest?
- Competitive Salary
- Annual Bonus Program
- Immediate Health Benefits
- Free On-site Clinics & Prescriptions
- 401K Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Generous PTO & Holiday
- Parental Leave
- Supplier Discounts