Valmont Industries, Inc. · 2 hours ago
Associate Project Administrator
Valmont Industries, Inc. is a Fortune 1000 company focused on advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure. The Associate Project Administrator acts as the main coordinator between Valmont and their OEMs/Representatives and Customers, handling requests for quotations, processing orders, and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the order management process.
Consumer Goods
Responsibilities
Provide Exceptional day to day customer support by continuously operating within our Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Continuous Improvement & Delivering Results
Process quotes and/or orders on a timely basis and monitor flow through various departments, including expediting when required
Maintain a complete understanding of the quote and order entry systems and all the process and procedure changes that occur
Ensures recommended margin levels be met on all quotations
Be helpful and provide alternatives in resolving customer issues
Be a solution provider with all who receive prices or place orders
Establish and maintain a reliable working relationship between the regional team, factory and the OEM / Representative
Evaluate and re-price quotes and orders when changes are made or negotiations take place
Expeditiously resolve problems as they occur both internally and externally
Verify orders received against quote and contract documents, enter and schedule orders and maintain open communication with OEM’s / representatives and customers as to the progress of orders
Manage and communicate specifics for all assigned quotations including the initial review and summarization through follow-up activities
Establish and maintain customer master files on all assigned accounts to provide timely information, minimize quotation and order turnaround time, and to maximize accuracy and effectiveness
Assist sales with region growth and profitability initiatives, as required
Resolve customer concerns while satisfying customer and minimizing company exposure
Implement and practice company policies on warranty, quality, and shortage items
Determine least cost approach that will satisfy customers on all field complaints. Work with the appropriate Field Service Specialist when required
Available for 5% Domestic travel
Qualification
Required
Preferred Bachelors in relevant field or Associates Degree with 3+ years of experience or 5+ years of relevant quality experience
Three years of experience in a customer service, sales, or telemarketing position
Must maintain appropriate professional competencies, certifications, licenses, etc., necessary to perform job
Demonstrated strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to use independent judgment and discretion
Demonstrated ability to keep a positive, professional attitude in a high volume, fast-paced environment subject to specific deadlines which must be met
Must possess advanced problem solving skills, with attention to detail and a number/math orientation
Ability to work in, and be an integral part of, a team environment
A working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Self-starter with excellent organizational skills in planning and organizing to handle multiple tasks concurrently
Good communication, interpersonal skills, and client focus while working with assigned accounts and a regional team
Attention to detail and knowledge of the customer's specification requirements as well as an ability to understanding of the end use of the product and the manufacturing processes used to make the product
Preferred
Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in Business, Marketing, Construction Management or related field
Knowledge of lighting, traffic, communications, or sign structure products or industries is preferred
Experience working in a manufacturing environment or with a manufacturing company in a customer service capacity is preferred
Ability to understand and analyze engineering details, project plans, and specifications
Knowledge of products offered, material requirements, and methods used to meet these requirements efficiently
Benefits
Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
401k retirement plan with company match
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Work Life Support
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Company
Valmont Industries, Inc.
For nearly 80 years, Valmont has been a global leader that provides products and solutions to support vital infrastructure and advance agricultural productivity.
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