Project Co-ordinator

Howdens Joinery are looking for a Project Co-ordinator to join our busy Product Development Team, on a 12-month contract, based at our Howden office in, East Yorkshire.As Project Co-ordinator, you will assist the PMO Lead and Project Managers in the co-ordination,management, and delivery of projects in the business, including assisting in the initiation, planning and execution of new products in (NPI), meeting arrangements, systems administration and the wider administration needs of the Product Development Team.

As a strong communicator, you will build and maintain relationships across the Commercial Division, escalating any issues or risks that will impact timings and supporting the project team to find suitable solutions.We are looking for an organised individualthat is results driven who can succeed in a fast-paced environment where priorities can quickly change.

**What will I be doing?**
- Undertake all administrative duties for the department, including capturing PO’s, following up on PO queries, organising vans to collect samples, organising DHL deliveries and any other general administrative activities
- Capture and manage the departmental leave schedule, liaising with Payroll on any leave queries
- Capture weekly timesheets for the team
- Provide assistance to the PMO Team in the full project management process, including the update of the PMO Portal
- Checking projects are up to date and aligned to logs
- Checking key milestone dates on the calendar
- Checking risks logged and ensure actions are being followed up
- Support the PMO Team with collation of data to enable reporting on project metrics and timelines
- Develop a good understanding of the products offered in each category
- Develop a good understanding of the 5D process
- Assist the PMO Team with scheduling meetings
- Work closely with all teams, building relationships and a network to improve communication

**What we are looking for**:

- Project Co-ordination experience within a fast-moving industry preferred, but not essential
- Strong administration skills with a good knowledge of MS Office
- Understanding of business processes
- Use effective communication to ensure the project team are aligned and on schedule
- Assist with planning and co-ordinating project activities
- Takes time to plan objectives on a regular basis and prioritises work according to the organisations needs
- A solution focused outlook
- Ability to respond to changing demands and priorities
- Considers challenges as an opportunity to consider and suggest alternatives
- Shares knowledge and information with the project team

**What we can offer you**:

- Competitive salary and quarterly bonus scheme
- Competitive Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Free onsite car parking
- Free lunch at our onsite canteen
- Staff Discount
- Exceptional Reward and Recognition events.

**About Howdens**:
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware.We have over 800 depots throughout the UK and Europe and employ more than 11,000 staff.Last year our sales reached over£2bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.

Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. As a British manufacturer, we were founded on the principle that the business should be worthwhile for all concerned. That includes our customers, the homeowners they serve, thelocal communities we operate in, local and national charities, our large network of suppliers, our investors, and of course our people.

As well as the opportunity to develop within a high-profile company, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the **_Best Big Companies to Work For_.**

**How to apply**

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