Our client is one of the fastest-growing on-the-go drinkware companies in America.
They’ve got a reputation for doing great things. Their vision is simple - bring delight to eating and drinking. Whether it’s the perfect cup of coffee or a water bottle that helps you crush your workout! Its mission is to make it look great, function perfectly, and cost less than you’d expect.
They’re looking for a self-motivated, energetic leader who thrives when presented with a challenge. The ideal candidate has a robust knowledge of global manufacturing, logistics, and fulfillment and will drive results. They seek to rapidly build their production capabilities.
The role will be focused on project management and improving operational efficiencies. A “can-do” attitude along with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and cross-functional collaboration are essential for success in this position. The Project Manager will interface daily with supply chain, operations, marketing, sales, finance, and demand planning. Reports to the Senior Project Manager.
Responsibilities:
Manage the execution of approved projects according to established target dates and budgets in an organized and detailed manner
Provide cross-functional coordination and communication across multiple New Product Development and Renovation projects
Develop and maintain all project-related documentation which includes project timelines, milestones, checklists & internal meetings
Set and manage project timelines in a timely manner
Report project progress to stakeholders and leadership using various communication mediums including presentations, digital dashboards, email, and verbal communications
Build constructive business relationships with all stakeholders, especially factory partners
Actively participate in S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process by providing project status and escalating known development issues
Proactively schedule and facilitate meetings necessary to coordinate and manage projects
Identify and communicate forward-looking constraints and supplier issues that impact timelines and budgets
Motivate project team members and contractors to have them be accountable for their assigned work
Effectively interact with Design, Brand Marketing, R&D, and other functions
Recognize, celebrate and reward successes of individuals and of teams
Hold regular reviews with managers to ensure program and project plans are aligned with identified PMO work streams
Cultivate effective communication among team members
Recommend improvements in project deliverables and overall process improvements
Develop and implement documents such as checklists and templates for production plans
Partner with the core PMO team to implement project/portfolio process improvements
Implement standardized guidelines and templates to ensure robust project plans
Assist in post-launch audit evaluations to recommend ideas for continuous improvement
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Operations Management, Engineering, Math, Finance, or related analytical discipline
Experience leading projects and programs with mid-high complexity
Experience in deploying project best practices, policies, procedures, and processes
Logical and creative problem-solving and analytical skills
Able to influence team members and all stakeholders
Able to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
High level of effective organizational and planning skills
Able to work with cross-functional teams
Able to be the “squeaky wheel” and hold cross-functional team members accountable for meeting deadlines
Team player that appreciates working in an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Authorized to work in the U.S. for a minimum of the next two years
Able to travel internationally up to 20%
Able to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination
Preferred Qualifications:
PMP Certification
Consumer products industry experience
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