KGPCo is the go-to partner to Communications Service Providers. Our customers rely on our extensive range of network solutions and services to help them build, maintain, and transform networks that connect the world.

The communications industry is evolving every day and we are at the frontline of these innovations. From ground to cloud, the work we do is transforming networks and impacting communities nationwide. It's work that happens because of our motivated teams of doers and problem solvers.

Our Core Values define how we do business:
* The Customer is Everything.
* Relationships Matter. All of Them.
* Question Things. Take Action.
* Work Hard. Work Smart. Enjoy the Experience.
* Growth Mindset.

It's not just a job - it's a step in your career!

SUMMARY:

The wide variety of tasks a Program Manager may fulfill include, but are not limited to, account management and program development; project management and coordination with external partners; team coordination and execution of sales and program initiatives including lead generation and business development; planning and oversight to customer forecasts and project requirements; influencing successful achievement of sales targets and strategic goals; and tracking program success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performing key Project Management roles to ensure successful execution and create bandwidth for Sales Team to forward sell
• Manage a Lead Generation Program in coordination with External Partners and Internal Sales Team, driving activity into a focused, joint Sales Pipeline for Opportunity and Business Development
• Building and leading cross-functional internal and external development teams using resources from all functional areas of each partner company, primarily interfacing with Product Management and Procurement and Inventory Management
• Developing comprehensive program development plans that align with departmental strategies and appropriately balance organizational capability with business requirements
• Communicating all aspects of program status and risks including identification and resolution/escalation of issues threatening program success
• Ensuring quality of execution of all aspects across development programs
• Utilities knowledge, specifically of Broadband or Communications networks with Electric Cooperatives or Investor Owned Utilities, is ideal
• General experience with Broadband or Communications based Products and Professional Services in Central Office or OSP environments preferred
• This position either reports to the AVP of Customer Care or Utilities Sales

Safety Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adhere to, promote, and accept responsibility for compliance to Federal and Local Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, Industry Consensus Standards, and KGP Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual.
• Participate in job site safety/hazard analysis.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from a two or four-year college or university; and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write simple correspondence; ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the Company.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to add and subtract 10-digit numbers, to multiply and divide with tens and hundreds; ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.

REASONING ABILITY:

• No major critical thinking required. Work follows established job aids and business rules. Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form; ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms.

Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with Company match
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick/safe time
• Pet insurance for our non-human family members

KGPCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity