Engineering, Project Coordinator

Macy's • Secaucus, NJ

14d

About The Position

As the Engineering Project Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for tracking
Supply Chain network capital and expense projects, and systemically managing all
projects and commitments (Contracts, PO’s and Change Orders) for the Engineering
team. You’ll ensure proper accounting practices are followed and work closely
with corporate Capital Planning and Capital Control teams to ensure quality and
accuracy. Additionally, you’ll analyze and report out on key department metrics
across Capital, Maintenance and Engineering and key operational reports.

Requirements

• Financial aptitude and basic understanding of tax accounting.
• Ability to read and understand and determine action based on contractual terms and conditions.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational and follow up skills.
• Good judgment and problem-solving skills.
• General understanding of supply chain operations and material handling systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to travel nationally 5% of the time.
• Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply.
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands/fingers to touch, handle, and feel. Occasionally required to move about the workplace and reach with hands and arms. Requires close vision.
• Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the capital project approval process and function as lead for communicating project specifics to Capital Planning. Develop and communicate project specific financial information, operational benefits, scope and business case.
• Manage the formal vendor contracting and commitment process for Supply Chain capital projects. Ensure all Capital Control accounting practices and procedures are maintained throughout the process.
• Function as the subject matter expert for application of taxes for all states, counties and local municipalities where Supply Chain DC’s reside.
• Communicate professionally with supplier partners to solve and resolve issues with proposals and invoices.
• Advise and guide Project Managers in meeting Capital Control process and accounting requirements. Ensure all necessary documents for contracting are complete and accurate.
• Develop and maintain capital project tracking tools that include high level financials: planned, approved, committed and invoiced dollars.
• Evaluate vendor proposal language for legal issues and other exception requirements. Own the “Exception to Contract Terms” document and procedures.
• Own the department financial results and report all project capital and non-op expenses to Finance.
• Lead the process of creating future year project non-op plan schedules.
• Manage and execute Maintenance and Engineering network material handling annual service and peak support contracts.  Work with Procurement to negotiate out-year pricing.
• Evaluate and report on key department priorities: Maintenance (Limble) performance, peak equipment utilization, and packaging quality.
• Other Engineering functions deemed necessary by management.
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.
• In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• Merchandise discounts
• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level