Employment Opportunity: Project Coordinator
Atlanta, GA (Remote)
COMPANY: DFMi is a premiere specialty sales and marketing company, focusing on the travel and transportation industry. DFMi provides innovative solutions to our worldwide customers, building our position as a global food and service ware company.
DFMi is seeking a Project Coordinator to support our global airline sales team. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects while coordinating between internal teams, supplier partners, and airline clients.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Project Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects to ensure smooth operations and timely completion. This position works closely with the global sales team to track project timelines, manage RFP deadlines, complete spec sheets, and maintain an up-to-date Project List. Additionally, the Project Coordinator assists in sourcing new products, collaborating with suppliers, and recommending innovative items to meet customer needs. They also provide critical support to the CEO and Key Account Managers by offering updates, responding to inquiries, and ensuring all project details are well-organized. Over time, and upon demonstrating success in the role, there is potential for growth, including the opportunity to manage smaller airline accounts that have previously been underserved. Strong attention to detail, multitasking abilities, and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this role.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
· Manage and consolidate account projects in collaboration with Key Account Managers (KAMs), ensuring all necessary details are collected for seamless execution.
· Coordinate with supplier partners to introduce new projects, gather essential project information, and facilitate smooth communication.
· Assist KAMs with Requests for Product/Pricing (RFPs) by defining requirements and obtaining necessary details for each account.
· Support the completion of airline and supplier documentation, including new account setup, product specifications, and ordering details, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
· Strong commitment to DFMi, with the ability to quickly grasp and confidently represent the company.
· 2–5 years of experience in the airline and/or catering industry, with a solid understanding of product development, food production, and airline operations (specific experience is preferred but not required).
· Expertise in product integration within a snack box, including the ability to develop cohesive and appealing menus.
· Excellent active listening skills and a strong team-oriented work ethic.
· Proficient in writing for various formats, including emails, proposals, fact sheets, and presentations.
· Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
· Strong analytical skills, with the ability to collect, synthesize, and process information quickly and accurately.
· Highly organized and detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all tasks.
· Demonstrated relationship-building skills, with a high level of professionalism, initiative, and discretion.
· Technology-savvy and data-driven approach, with experience using Microsoft Office, Adobe, and document conversion programs.
Please send resume and required salary range to kbrown@dfminc.biz
