Project Specialist (Elkhart)

Job Summary :

Be a part of the Project Management team for FOX Factory Performance Vehicle Development (PVD), the division that specializes in custom upfit packages on Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis vehicles. Assist in the management of new program launches by facilitating communication between internal departments and with external suppliers while maintaining clear organization of data throughout the entire product development process. Examine project activities and monitor progress, timelines, and budgets.

Position Responsibilities :

• Create detailed program timelines and budgets
• Track program costs & timing and reconcile with accounting
• Flag programs to Project Manager that seem at risk for being over-budget or late
• Create ROIs as needed to help assist with scope change decisions
• Help identify patterns / trends to help increase accuracy of future budgets
• Help facilitate communication between suppliers and internal development teams
• Manage transfer & / receipt of data, documents, etc.
• Request quotes and lead times
• Arrange for samples & / or first articles parts from tool
• Follow-up to ensure supplier is on pace to meet deadlines
• Directly connect internal teams with suppliers as needed
• Create program documentation
• Draft content only BOMs
• Request Part Set-Ups
• Assist with Margin Analysis reviews
• Draft Sales Order forms
• Perform other project management activities, as applicable
• Attend company meetings and functions

Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities :

Competencies :

Position Qualifications :

Education :

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelors or Technical degree preferred

Experience :

2+ years of project management or administrative experience required

Accounting background preferred

Work Environment and Physical Requirements :

Office or production / manufacturing environment depending on assignment.

May be required to lift 20 lbs. on occasion.

May be required to walk, stand, sit, bend and / or lift for long periods of time.

Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer

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Disclaimer : This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs essential functions.

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