Project Planning Analyst
Exciting opportunity to grow your career with a large, industry-leading organization recognized globally for innovation and operational excellence. We’re seeking a detail-oriented, driven professional to join a collaborative team supporting new company-wide initiatives currently being rolled out across multiple business areas.
This role involves coordinating and supporting a variety of implementation projects, blending data management, scheduling, research, inventory coordination, data analysis, and continuous process improvement.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review product layouts and confirm data accuracy before implementation.
- Research and identify potential impacts from overlapping programs.
- Schedule projects, coordinate materials, and manage delivery timelines.
- Communicate layout discrepancies and support quick issue resolution.
- Track upcoming rollouts and ensure timely bulk material orders.
- Maintain project data in internal systems and master tracking files.
- Partner with field and cross-functional teams to meet key milestones.
- Conduct project audits to confirm readiness and quality.
- Source materials and labor quotes, place orders, and manage logistics.
- Provide scheduling and operational support to field teams.
This is a 24 month contract opportunity in the Atlanta area for you to gain exposure to the retail world by joining this upbeat, collaborative group! Enjoy a casual dress code, dynamic and high-energy team members, and the ability to learn and execute business skills. This role is working in the office.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- 2-4 years of professional work experience as a Project Analyst or Project Coordinator or Project Manager
- 1 year of retail experience
- Experience executing a Project - understand scope and how you run a project from start to finish
- Intermediate Excel skills - ability to do VLOOKUPS, Pivot tables, SUMIF - using weekly in current role
- Process Improvement
- Detail oriented
- Excellent communication skills
- Bachelor's Degree (Business, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics Operations, or similar field)
Must be authorized to work in the US. Sponsorships are not available.
- no remote options