The Job
The Project Specialist will support Ace Project Management with planning and executing Ace retailer funded store projects. The Project Specialist will oversee the coordination and administration of all aspects involving Ace retailer capital projects. This includes planning, organizing, leading, communicating and controlling project activities. They will partner with the Ace Project Managers throughout the duration of a project to ensure the project is completed with high quality, on time, and on budget. Projects include new stores, conversions, relocations, store renovations and special projects.
What you’ll do
•   Manage project milestones and due dates to ensure lead times are met and the project stays on schedule.
•   Create, review and submit orders for store projects. This includes RSC opening stock orders, Shelf Management tags, Lozier, vendor drop shipments, décor, displays and point of purchase materials.
•   Collaborate with Ace Project Managers and Merchandising Service Organizations during project execution.
•   Central point of contact for all project stakeholders. Communicate project status updates by phone, email and in the Project Portal. Participate and occasionally lead project conference call.
•   Review and respond daily to project issues logged into Smart Sheet from the team onsite.
•   Identify trending issues and escalate to project stakeholders. Be proactive to prevent future issues. Collaborate with team members to continually evolve and improve processes.
•   Maintain relationships with up to 5 Ace Project Managers. Make decisions alongside the Ace Project Manager on the best way to support the project and Ace retailer.
•   Attend Ace Shows, Project Management team meetings and occasionally be on-site during project execution. Lead a discussion during Ace University sessions with our Merchandise Service Organizations.
•   Maintain Project Support Process Standards.
Who You Are
You are someone who wants to make an impact that matters and is far reaching in the communities our Ace retailers serve. You consistently demonstrate that you are creative, meticulous, and extremely organized. You have a knack for forming fast relationships that are strong and long-lasting. You strive to be the “go-to” resource for your project stakeholders.
Required Skills
•   Bachelor’s degree preferred or related work experience
•   Three + years of retail experience
•   Strong Customer Service experience
•   Ability to handle high stress situations
•   Ability to work in a team environment
•   Advanced computer skills (Word & Excel)
•   Excellent oral and written communication skills
•   Strong attention to detail
•   Strong interpersonal skills
Preferred Skills
SAP
Experience working with Smart Sheets
Project Management experience
PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification
Compensation Details:
$75000 – $85000 Per Year
Why should you join our team?
We live our values – W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don’t often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.
In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:
* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies.
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When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven’t, but we’d like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America’s best kept secrets.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.
Disclaimer
The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.
Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.
This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.