Shaw Industries ยท 7 hours ago
Sports Turf Project Coordinator
Calhoun, GA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelShaw Industries is a leader in the synthetic turf industry, seeking a Sports Turf Project Coordinator to manage project logistics and distributor accounts. The role involves executing project plans, coordinating deliveries, and maintaining communication with stakeholders to ensure project success and customer satisfaction.
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Hiring Manager
Katherine Kerby
Responsibilities
Execute and monitor project logistics according to the project plan, ensuring timelines, resources, and materials align with project goals
Resolve logistical conflicts proactively, balancing production timelines, customer expectations, and financial considerations
Make independent financial and budgetary decisions, including cost analysis and margin optimization for assigned projects
Track and communicate turf orders, placing holds as needed and coordinating deliveries of materials, tools, and rental equipment with contractors, clients, and subcontractors
Communicate with manufacturing and suppliers to determine product availability, lead times, and shipment logistics, ensuring timely and cost-effective deliveries
Maintain proactive coordination with all stakeholders, including internal teams, subcontractors, and customers, to communicate project schedules and relay changes with urgency and flexibility
Create and manage purchase orders, freight arrangements, and project change orders, ensuring thorough follow-up and proper billing
Approve change orders within predefined budget limits and implement necessary adjustments to keep projects on track
Support the Project Manager by organizing daily reports for review, monitoring installation progress, and assisting with quality issue resolution
Handle warranty-related coordination, coordinating repairs, setting up installers in our system when needed, and processing invoices
Maintain organized project documentation in software systems like Winbid and Smartsheet, ensuring accurate records for all turf projects
Train and mentor Junior Project Coordinators, providing guidance on best practices and process improvements
Independently manage assigned Distributor accounts, making strategic decisions regarding order scheduling, production prioritization, and freight logistics
Negotiate delivery schedules with Distributors to balance production capacity, project deadlines, and customer expectations
Analyze order trends and proactively adjust workflow to improve efficiency and meet customer demands
Approve and implement process improvements in order management, ensuring a seamless experience for Distributors
Act as the primary point of contact for high-priority Distributors, handling escalations and making operational decisions without direct oversight
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience working independently and in team settings
Ability to interpret project budgets and make logistical decisions accordingly
Familiarity with blueprints and project specifications
Preferred
Experience in the turf industry
Company
Shaw Industries
Shaw Industries Group, Inc.
Founded in 1967
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2001-01-08Acquired
Leadership Team
J
Jim Kirkpatrick
Executive Vice President and CFO
Recent News
2025-11-12
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