Project Coordinator (Executive Event Planner) : 193292

THIS IS A W2 CONTRACT, NO 1099 OR CORP-TO-CORP CAN BE SUBMITTED.3. NO 3RD PARTY RECRUITED SUBMITTALS PLEASE.Seeking an Executive Level Event Planner for a Large Manufacturing Company located in the Upstate of South Carolina.The Event Planner must be able to support, lead and direct internal and external events.This person will be responsible for leading, coordinating, and executing various types of events, including but not limited to corporate and client functions, media, internal/external workshops, stakeholders dialogues, conferences, fundraisers, and more. Position Purpose/Scope:Steers and coordinates all activities within the Plant related to the implementation of product packages. ).Provides regular updates of all open issues/status to supervisor/project leader, ensuring all activities are completed on-time and within the target framework.Provides support to process partners with respect to BBM content issues/questions.Provides guidance/training to process partners on the Launch Management systems and processes.Conducts root cause analysis and implements corrective measures to improve the systems processes within the Launch and Change Management department.Has flexibility within the department regarding job assignment.Assumes responsibility for additional special projects as required.Performs other duties as assigned by management.Position Competencies:Education:AA /AS degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics or other related Degree or equivalent experience of 2 years.BA /BS degree (Engineering, Supply Chain-related preferred) or equivalent of 4 years' experience.MA /MS degree (Engineering, Supply Chain-related preferred) or equivalent of 5 years' experience.Experience:6+ years of related professional experience with AA/AS degree.4+ years of related professional experience with BA/BS degree3+ years of related professional experience with MA/MS degree.All relevant experience should contain at least 3+ years of projectmanagement/team leadership positions, preferably in Supply Chain, Logistics or Engineering-related functions.Advanced interpersonal/communication skills as proven through business application.Advanced project Management/Team Leadership experience (preferably in Supply Chain, Engineering or Logistics functions)Advanced technical/Engineering/Supply Chain experience.Advanced MS-Office computer skills (Expert preferred).Intermediate planning/Organization skills as proven through business application.Intermediate German language skills preferred (written and oral required for consideration for an international assignment).Intermediate business/technical experience with knowledge of specific functional area (preferred)Intermediate knowledge of the Group Systems such as TAIS, LTERM, SAP Logistics/Procurement (preferred).Basic knowledge of overall department and company mission (preferred).Basic knowledge of the PEP Launch Processes (preferred). HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.