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Project Manager I or II
Vanguard Companies
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Kansas City, MO, United States
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Posted Date
4/22/2026
Description
JOB SUMMARY
Support the company’s internal client services activities through estimation of new orders and requests for quotes.
DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Strong understanding of manufacturing equipment including limitations and production processes as they relate to estimating.
Knowledge of substrates, other packaging materials, and costing variables.
Knowledge in reading specifications and technical documents to be able to estimate in the most economical manner.
Source various materials such as corrugate sheets, labels, foam, plastic parts, films, tape, wood, etc. used in-conjunction with the corrugated package or display.
Recommending cost-cutting methods to increase profitability.
Record keeping and filing of estimates and opportunities in an orderly manner to be easily accessible in the future.
Completing estimates in a time-bound manner based on customer expectations/needs.
Create estimates and quote sheets using internal processes/documentation to fulfill customer requests
Collaborate with other departments, designers, and project managers to provide an accurate estimate.
Process all required paperwork on a timely basis.
Attendance is an essential duty of the role.
Comply with company policies and procedures.
Additional duties as assigned by management.
Ability to meet these Level 1 expectations without close supervision or training.
OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBLITIES
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Required
High school degree or equivalent or combined education and years of experience
1 year experience in related industry or function
Proven experience with math skills
Excellent communication
Excel and power point experience
Preferred
College degree, particularly in packaging or graphics.
Manufacturing, print, warehousing, distribution, fulfillment, logistics experience or relatable experience
Experience in the corrugated/packaging industry
Manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, fulfillment, or logistics experience
HRMS ERP software experience
Salesforce software experience
Intermediate Excel skills preferred.
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