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CEEUS is a member-owned cooperative wholesale distributor serving the electric-utility marketplace. From operations in West Columbia, South Carolina, and Glen Allen, Virginia, we coordinate the flow of materials and equipment from manufacturers to electric cooperatives, municipal utilities, and investor-owned utilities. Our goal is not growth for its own sake. We work to become a better company by creating more value for the utilities and communities we serve.
CEEUS is a member-owned cooperative wholesale distributor serving the electric-utility marketplace. From operations in West Columbia, South Carolina, and Glen Allen, Virginia, we coordinate the flow of materials and equipment from manufacturers to electric cooperatives, municipal utilities, and investor-owned utilities. Our goal is not growth for its own sake. We work to become a better company by creating more value for the utilities and communities we serve.
Department | Sales & Supplier Relations Direct Lead | Director of Supplier Relations
The Program Manager – Engineered Projects is a procurement and project manager for complex, large-scale engineered projects for electric transmission and distribution (T&D) customers – including electric utilities, engineering firms, EPCs, and electrical contractors. The position coordinates all phases of project execution to ensure successful delivery on time, within budget, and to customer specifications. Serving as an account manager, technical and commercial liaison between customers, engineering partners, suppliers, and manufacturer representatives, this role ensures the seamless execution of tailored product solutions from concept through project completion.
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This role operates at the intersection of sales, engineering, and project management. The Program Manager collaborates with internal sales staff and external stakeholders, including engineers, consultants, OEMs, contractors, suppliers, and agents – to review specifications, coordinate complex quotes, and execute high-value projects. The position requires strong technical aptitude in power delivery systems, robust program and project management capability, and a proactive customer-focused mindset. Projects may include substation packages, control houses, metering, protection and control systems, and related T&D equipment.
Team-Oriented Leader: Supports, coaches and motivates team members through clear communication and accountability.
Customer-Focused: Driven to exceed expectations across a diverse customer base—from utility owners to EPCs and field contractors—through responsive communication and dependable execution.
Organized and Efficient: Exceptional at managing multiple complex project schedules, submittals, documentation, and competing deadlines without dropping details.
Proactive Problem Solver: Thrives in a fast-paced distributor environment while balancing changing job-site schedules, utility outage windows, and factory lead times and implements proactive solutions before issues impact project timelines.
Strong Communicator: Clear, articulate, and effective in conveying technical and commercial details to internal teams, factory reps, contractors, consulting engineers, and utility leaders.
Collaborative Partner: Works seamlessly across internal sales teams, outside reps, factory partners, and project managers to present unified solutions.
Ability to sit or stand at a workstation for up to six hours at a time.
Must possess fine motor skills and finger dexterity necessary for precise and efficient use of a keyboard, mouse, and trackpad in performing job-related tasks for extended periods.
Ability to communicate frequently and clearly in both verbal and written formats.
Must have the ability to see and interpret detailed information, including small text and images, on screens, paper, or other materials, with or without corrective lenses.
Must be able to process complex information, evaluate multiple variables, and apply logical reasoning to solve problems and make informed decisions.
Education, Knowledge, and Experience
Bachelor’s degree
Bachelor’s degree
Business, Project Management, or Engineering
5+ years in technical sales, project coordination, or engineered product support.
Project management, sales, or customer service experience within the electrical and/or power distribution industry
Must demonstrate excellent communication skills, coaching, and leadership abilities.
Must be highly organized with strong follow-through and attention to detail.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
Must have the ability to solve problems and lead a team in a fast-paced environment.
PMP
Member-owned electrical wholesaler serving electric cooperatives, municipalities, utilities, and contractors with supplies, PPE testing, and tool repair.
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