Actalent is hiring: Design Coordinator in Chicago

An acoustic solutions designer and distributor is looking to add a Design Coordinator/Account Manager to their team!Job Description:The Design Coordinator/Account Manager is a liaison between regional representatives and internal teams and delivers an exceptional customer experience from project conception through post-installation.Project Tracking / Facilitation / Project Management:Fields inquiries relating to the physical and technical aspects of productsCoordinates with internal teams to find solutions for unique products or installationsReceives, processes, and manages multiple incoming orders with unique requirements and timelinesCreates and maintains strong relationships with customers, sales reps, and designersCreates, runs, and analyzes sales and pipeline reportsControls project flow from project start through shipping phase by providing administrative direction for customers and various internal departments to ensure project is completed on schedule and within budgetAnalyzes initial project requirementsUpdates internal databases as project status changesCoordination with Internal Teams:Continues to communicate directly with designers and engineers after project handoffFollows up on status of samples and drawings completed during quotation phaseWorks with Architectural Project Managers to establish large project timelines and phasingAttends weekly meetings with Production and Engineering to review time sensitive projectsCommunications with Clients and Representatives:Leads project intake meetings and communicates next steps and timelines with clientsProvides subject matter expertise on product designs, as neededUpdates customers on shop drawing status and requests additional information, as neededCommunicates tracking information to customersProvides support to assigned repsSends bi-monthly project reports to repsSales Support:Participate in showroom tours and events as neededQualifications:Bachelor's Degree within Design or ArchitectureMinimum 2+ years of workAbility to coordinate projects between multiple departmentsAble to work in a fast-paced environmentKnowledge of the design processExcellent communication, customer service, and multi-tasking abilitiesAbout ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:Hiring diverse talentMaintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflectionBuilding a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomesEnsuring growth opportunities for our peopleThe company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.