Project Manager - National Accounts

For 90 years, Boelter has been helping our customers create unforgettable experiences.  Our focus is to provide unparalleled service and high-quality products.  Boelter takes your best and makes it even better.
 

Boelter participates in every aspect of the restaurant supply, hospitality, and beverage industries.  From designing commercial kitchens to delivering barware supplies, from installing food service equipment to staging the perfect tabletop - with our full spectrum of services and products - we bring inspiration to the table.

Candidates must be located in or be willing to relocate to Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX, Milwaukee, WI, Pewaukee, WI, Minneapolis, MN, Chicago, IL or St. Louis, MI. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Boelter Companies, a national supplier of commercial kitchen equipment is seeking to fill a full time National Account Project Manager position managing multi-unit national chain accounts across the country. Candidate must have experience managing the full project lifecycle to include reading plans, plan development, equipment selection, quoting in AutoQuotes, vendor selection, manufacturer pricing negotiations, rollouts, logistics, GC coordination, installation management and post warranty service.  Experience in the foodservice industry managing national accounts is a must.  
 

The associate will embody and execute our company core values within all day-to-day duties and responsibilities:  

We work as a team, leveraging our collective strengths

We are passionate, bringing resiliency, creativity, and grit

We do what’s right with honesty, respect, and accountability

We are reliable, through innovative and streamlined processes

We have fun, celebrating successes and learning from failures

We build relationships, helping our colleagues and customers thrive

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Full lifecycle project management of National Accounts.
• Experience with equipment selection, layout and design.
• Preparation of project quotes in AQ.
• Delegation of critical tasks to Project Coordinator and oversite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Works well under pressure.
• Ability to work on multiple projects at one time. 
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Office and AutoQuotes.
• Candidate must have exceptional follow up skills.
• Must be able to travel, when required.
   

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and COMPETENCIES:

• Must have Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in the foodservice industry managing national accounts is a must.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have a high level of interpersonal skills and continually demonstrate poise, tact and diplomacy.
• Must work well under pressure and be able to meet tight deadlines.
• Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must have general computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Must be able to work with AutoQuotes and SAP (prior experience with SAP is a plus, but not required).
• Commitment: Makes a commitment to learn new skills and processes. Assumes responsibility in the normal course of his/her daily work and shares with others to improve the skills of the entire group.
• Entrepreneurship: Performs work with a constant awareness of improving processes necessary for growth. Uses knowledge and skills to take calculated risks and does so confidently and successfully.
• Innovation: Develops innovative ideas and works with others to incorporate them effectively into work processes.
• Judgment: Is looked upon by others as someone with sound judgment and is a resource for them. Makes excellent decisions that result in improved production and workflow.
• Perseverance: Can complete tasks on time or ahead of schedule while improving techniques and performance. Willing to go the extra mile to complete projects on schedule. Does not give up on tasks until completed in a quality manner.
• Professionalism:  Acts in a businesslike and professional manner. Takes extra efforts to improve knowledge and skills to be the best in the profession. Adheres to the highest level of professionalism by demonstrating honesty, integrity and maturity.
• Rigor/Self-Discipline: Communicates clearly and effectively with others the steps involved and the importance of following the process. Can identify multiple projects and prioritize them to meet required deadlines.
• Teamwork: Contributes knowledge and information to assist the team, especially in the problem-solving process. Resolves any interpersonal issues that arise that may jeopardize the team’s successes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves standing/sitting.
• Some light lifting, bending, and reaching required.

At Boelter, we care about our associates. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive suite of benefits that are designed to promote and support total well-being for you and your family.  

Associates working a minimum of 30 hours per week are eligible to enroll in our benefit programs. Coverage begins the first of the month following hire date for those that enroll in:
 

•Medical & Prescription Drug
•Dental
•Vision
•Flexible Spending
•Health Savings Accounts
•Long-Term Disability
•Basic Life/AD&D
•Supplemental Life/AD&D

Short-Term Disability coverage is provided via salary continuation at a rate of 60% of your base salary. You are eligible for this coverage after one year of employment.

401(k) contributions can start as soon as the first payroll of employment and include a company match.

You can also take advantage of Associate Perks immediately such as Paid Time Off and associate discounts at our stores.

We are proud to offer On Demand pay to their associates. Work today and get paid tomorrow! 
Boelter is committed to offering a robust benefits package and exciting work culture that makes it a great place to work!  Wont you come join us?