We are hiring a creative Project Coordinator to join our cohesive team at Benjamin West in Des Plaines, IL.
Growing your career as a Full-Time Project Coordinator is an amazing opportunity to develop useful skills.
If you are strong in people management, communication and have the right enthusiasm for the job, then apply for the position of Project Coordinator at Benjamin West today!
Position Overview:
Entry level position providing support to internal and external parties on the various components related to product procurement for hospitality projects.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Create and assemble request for quotes and purchase orders
- Compile project budgets for internal review
- Assist on bid analysis
- Track vendor status updates
- Coordination with vendors, freight managers, clients, and warehouses
- Assist with project close-out
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- A professional, results-oriented person with creative problem-solving skills, and the ability to multi-task, and have great attention to detail
- Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to represent the company and project team in a professional manner
- Proficient typing skills required
- Proficient computer skills, with knowledge of Microsoft products; must have experience with Excel spreadsheets
- Able to effectively coordinate a number of projects simultaneously
- Ability to work as a team member
- Previous experience in purchasing or hotel/restaurant operations role is a plus, but not required
- Previous work directly related to the hospitality industry is a plus, but not required
Reporting:
Benjamin West is structured into teams. The team may include Project Directors, Managers, and Coordinators
Benefits Offered
- Full-time position
- Comprehensive benefits package, includes health insurance and 401K
- PTO (paid time off)
- On-going training and growth opportunities
Benefits of working as a Project Coordinator in Des Plaines, IL:
● Company offers great benefits
● Opportunities to grow
● Generous Compensation