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JOB FILLED - Project Manager

Job Description: 

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to coordinate and manage cross-functional resources for process improvement, new product development and strategic projects across the organization. The Project Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of projects from concept to delivery.  Projects will vary in scope and will touch all aspects of the organization, which will require working cross-functionally with all departments within the company.

Compensation/Salary: 
DOE
Responsibilities & Duties: 
  • Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring feasibility and resources necessary for success; manage conflicting priorities and objectives among stakeholders
  • Coordinate and lead resources (internal and third party) in the execution of cross-functional initiatives including Research & Development, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing, and Sales
  • Track progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, or other performance indicators, and communicate project status updates, key findings and benefits of projects to appropriate stakeholders
  • Manage and escalate constraints and delays to those involved as needed
  • Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time and within scope and budget
  • Develop and manage projects using a proven methodology to identify improvement opportunities and design, deliver and sustain solutions
  • Own and manage project plans that hold stakeholders accountable to timelines and key milestones
  • Balance competing project constraints and resources for successful completion of projects
  • Develop a plan to identify, assess and mitigate risk issues that arise during a project
  • Develop change management plans to ensure stakeholder engagement, readiness and adoption of plan
  •  Manage project performance using key reporting metrics
Ideal Candidate: 

The ideal candidate will enjoy being a part of a fast-growing and innovative company and is passionate about working cross-functionally to drive strategic projects across the organization. This person must be organized, have great communication and time management skills, and possess strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. A genuine interest in the natural foods industry is a must.

Qualifications: 
  • Bachelor's Degree in related field required
  • 3 - 5 years of project management experience preferred
  • Experience in the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) industry is highly desirable; experience with fresh produce is a plus!
  • Demonstrated success working and managing in a cross-functional environment with all levels of an organization
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
  • Successful at working independently and as part of a team
  • Strong analytical, business process and research capabilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must have a positive attitude and be able to build strong working relationships
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google Suite