Jr Project Manager

Jr Project Manager

Los Angeles, CA | On-site

The primary responsibilities of the position require the employee to conduct analysis of the company’s operational, business, and reporting processes.

The candidate must be technically proficient and able to learn tools like Excel and SQL quickly. The position entails a great deal of ad hoc analysis and critical thinking, problem solving ability, flexibility, and adaptability are essential. The analyst will work on high impact projects on a daily basis. The position is a great opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and develop professionally as it involves critical tasks and exposure to Westlake’s senior management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Risk Analyst will work directly with all of Westlake Flooring’s departments to control costs, forecast income, and improve key processes under the supervision of the Risk Analytics Manager. Innovation and independent thought will be highly valued.

Typical reporting duties do exist, including daily and monthly reporting management, profitability reports and other regular duties. However, the role involves a high volume of ad hoc or as needed analysis to address the concerns and needs of each department and of upper management. These range from making recommendations on process improvements, to ascertaining profitability of a potential business move, to conducting valuation analysis, among other projects. Time management, follow up, business sense, and an ability to think simultaneously about relevant conceptual and empirical factors will ensure success in this role. Skills in financial planning and analysis and data analysis are recommended.

Desired Skills and Experience

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & LICENSES:

Technically inclined

Eager to learn

Attention to detail

Excel, VBA or SQL knowledge a high desired

Knowledge of financial planning and analysis highly desired

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Finance, Economics, CS, IT, Accounting, Business Bachelor’s Degree from accredited 4-year institution.

Pay Rate:

Base salary range of $28.84 to $31.25 per hour plus a potential bonus of up to $15,000 per year depending on experience.

The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable

Full Time Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans

Flexible Spending Account

401K matching

Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $18.2 Billion Company, plus company matching

Wellness Programs

Metro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only)

Career Path Opportunities

Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions

Employee Loan Assistance

Annual Flu Shot

Paid Vacation Days

Paid Sick days

Paid holidays

HGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas,TX office)

Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program

UKG Wallet

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.