Project Solutions Specialist (Minneapolis, MN, US, 55413)

There’s a Place for You at Viking Electric.

A career at Viking Electric is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Viking Electric https://www.vikingelectric.com/about offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate throughout the Midwest and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. At Viking Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

 

Project Solutions Specialist 

 

Location: Any Viking Electric Location

Job type: Full time

Schedule: Standard Daytime hours, Monday-Friday

Base Annual Salary: $75,000 - $110,000

*Compensation for this position includes base salary, 10% short-term incentive bonus, and full benefits package offerings. The exact amount of base salary may vary based on experience and skills brought to the role as well as the geographic location of the role.

 

What You’ll Do

Act as the connective tissue between operations, sales support, and logistics - leading initiatives, building reporting tools, implementing value‑add services, and influencing performance across teams, all without direct supervisory authority.

 

You will…

• Partner across functions to define and implement new or enhanced value‑added services and equipment strategies.
• Develop reporting systems to track PLS assets and ensure timely jobsite retrieval.
• Build and maintain tools and dashboards to monitor PLS capacity, capabilities, and intake/approval workflows.
• Define and implement KPIs, quality standards, and performance metrics to ensure consistent, high-quality service across the PLS network.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance profitability, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

 

What You Bring

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 2+ years of experience in operations, logistics, or distribution.
• 2+ years of experience in sales support or customer-facing roles.
• Working knowledge of modern warehouse processes, equipment, and machinery.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to build reports, tools, and performance metrics.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct supervisory authority.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle with the ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without VISA sponsorship now or in the future.

 

What We Offer You

 

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

Healthcare plans Dental & vision Paid time off Paid parental leave 401(k) retirement savings with company match Professional and personal development programs Tuition Reimbursement

Opportunity to become a shareholder Employer-paid short- and long-term disability Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents Robust wellness program Gym reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

 

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

 

Learn More About Us 

 

Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we’re “Powering Progress for Future Generations.”

Check out the Viking Electric company page on LinkedIn and follow us for updates.
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Learn more at https://www.vikingelectric.com/about.
Viking Electric is part of the Sonepar family of brands: https://www.soneparusa.com/us-en/about-us

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 

 

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

 

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email recruiting@sonepar-us.com.

 

EEO is the Law 

Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. To learn more, Click here. 
 
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision 

Sonepar follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. To learn more, Click here. 

 

Sonepar distributes electrical equipment. The Company supplies installation materials, cables, cable trays, lighting, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, renewable energies, building management, and specialty products. Sonepar serves customers worldwide.